THURSDAY, 12 MARCH 2026, 03:41
SA calls for ceasefire, dialogue amid Middle East tensions
South Africa continues to call for an urgent ceasefire and dialogue as tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East, warning that the conflict threatens global stability and humanitarian conditions.
Speaking during a media briefing in Pretoria on Wednesday, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO)...
There have been a number of other fires in the region.
US Ambassador apologises for remarks following meeting with DIRCO
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has confirmed that the United States Ambassador to South Africa Brent Bozell has apologised and expressed regret over remarks that were viewed as undiplomatic following a meeting with government officials.
Speaking during a media briefing in Pretoria...
Police have arrested the manager of the warehouse.
The teacher has been suspended pending an investigation.
SA, Germany sign agreement to strengthen cooperation on FMD control
South African Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen and Germany’s Federal Minister of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity, Alois Rainer, have signed a Joint Declaration of Intent on Agricultural Development aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation on the control of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and trade in...
Over 94 000 cattle vaccinated against FMD in Eastern Cape
Over 94 000 cattle in the Eastern Cape have been vaccinated against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), as part of the ongoing efforts to control and prevent the spread of the disease in affected and surrounding areas in the province.
According to the provincial Department of Agriculture, a total of 94 000 cattle were vaccinated...
Ramathuba was speaking at a media briefing on water provision in Polokwane.
Statistics Amendment Act ushers new era for data collection
The implementation of the Statistics Amendment Act by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) has opened a new era of data collection and strengthened the overall integrity of the national data ecosystem since it came into effect last October.
This is according to Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli, who led the...
A sixth farm in the Mossel Bay area has now tested positive for Foot and Mouth Disease.
The SANDF deployment is expected to last until 31 March next year.
In deep rural KwaZulu-Natal, a physiotherapist and a paraplegic peer supporter travel dusty roads to repair wheelchairs, counsel families and restore dignity to people with disabilities – one home visit at a time.
General Shibiri is currently facing cross-examination at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College.
Government reviews appeals for offshore oil, gas exploration projects
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, is proceeding with the determination of appeals lodged against several environmental authorisations granted for offshore oil and gas exploration projects.
“This decision is intended to avoid any further ‘decision paralysis’. We have a...
Johannesburg residents have been complaining on social media about a persistent, foul smell.
KZN Finance MEC tables R168.2bn provincial budget
KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers has tabled a R168.2 billion provincial budget for the 2026/27 financial year, emphasising fiscal discipline, improved governance, and the protection of frontline services.
Presenting the budget at the Provincial Legislature in Pietermaritzburg on Tuesday, Rodgers said the budget aims to...
Shibiri is facing cross-examination at the Commission in Pretoria.
Three senior Health Department officials suspended over fraud allegations
Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, has placed the department’s Director-General, Dr Sandile Buthelezi, on precautionary suspension.
Buthelezi – along with Deputy Director General of Tertiary Health and Hospital Services, Dr Malixole Percival Mahlati and Chief Financial Officer Phineas Phaswa Mamogale –...
Bellarmine Mugabe and Tobias Matonhdze are accused of shooting a 23-year-old gardener.
Public warned of fake messages of NPA head Adv Andy Mothibi
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has warned the public not to engage with fake social media accounts linked to the prosecutorial body’s head, Advocate Andy Mothibi.
“The [NPA] has noted with serious concern the re-emergence of incidents in which individuals are impersonating…Advocate Andy Mothibi, using...
Kenya, South Africa relations ‘forged in the fires of history’
The bonds of solidarity created during the liberation struggle that united South Africa and Kenya against apartheid now fuel an economic and diplomatic partnership “forged in the fires of history”.
This is according to Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong who delivered remarks at the Global South Africans...