KZN Transport releases April weekend operating schedule for licensing centres

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport has published the weekend operating schedule for selected Driver Licence Testing Centres (DLTCs) and Motor Licensing Offices across the province for April 2026.

The department urged members of the public to note the distinction between services offered at the two...

Youth challenged to shape global AI governance

Minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga has challenged young people to take the lead in setting global standards for artificial intelligence (AI) governance to ensure the technology advances equity, rather than deepens global inequality. 

Delivering the keynote address at the 4th BRICS Youth Innovation...

Government moves to strengthen whistleblower protection with new Bill

Government has unveiled sweeping reforms aimed at strengthening protection for whistleblowers, acknowledging that fear of retaliation, financial ruin and even death has deterred many from exposing corruption. 

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamaloko Kubayi, on Thursday released the Protected...

Government moves to reduce red tape for investors

The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, will on Monday officiate the launch of Invest South Africa’s One Stop Shop (OSS) in the Northern Cape.

The OSS initiative is aimed at providing investors with services that fast-track projects and reduce government red tape when establishing businesses. 

“The InvestSA One...

Northern Cape jobs, investment conference less than a week away

The Northern Cape Provincial Government is expected to hold the provincial Investment and Jobs Conference in Kimberley next week.

The conference will be held under the theme: “Unlocking Investment for Jobs through Industrialisation”.

“[The] conference will focus on unlocking investment opportunities, strengthening...

Partnerships key in driving reindustrialisation: Deputy President

With government pursuing a reindustrialisation agenda, Deputy President Paul Mashatile has underscored to investors the importance of strong partnerships between government and business to drive economic growth, job creation, and increased manufacturing and industrial activity. 

Delivering a keynote address at the...

SIU crackdown: Rubicon Communications CC and its CEO to pay back the money

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured an Acknowledgement of Debt from Rubicon Communications CC and its Chief Executive Officer, Hangwani Mudangawe Nengovhela, after the company was awarded nearly R2.7 million for a youth leadership and skills development programme that never happened.

The company...

Call for nominations of candidates for Agricultural Produce Agents Council

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has issued a call for nominations of suitable people to be considered for appointment as members of the Agricultural Produce Agents Council (APAC).

Suitably qualified nominated members will replace all current council members, whose terms have and will expire in 2026, in...

Government backs Gledhow Mill revitalisation

Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi has visited sugar mills in KwaZulu-Natal ahead of the reopening of the Sugarcane Crushing Season in May, as government moves to support the recovery and sustainability of South Africa’s sugar industry.

During Wednesday’s visit, Godlimpi toured facilities including...

President Ramaphosa to visit Kusile Power Station

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Friday visit Eskom’s Kusile Power Station in Nkangala District Municipality, Mpumalanga.

Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, as well as Eskom management, will accompany the President during the visit.

“This visit allows the President to witness progress made in restoring...

Condolences for family of WC High Court Judge Taswell Papier

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi has extended condolences to the family and friends of Judge Taswell Papier of the Western Cape Division of the High Court.

Papier died on Tuesday at the age of 64.

Kubayi said: “His work, both during and after apartheid, leaves a lasting legacy in...