Killer vigilantes sentenced to life imprisonment

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has welcomed the sentences imposed by the Bhisho High Court in a matter relating to the vigilante killing of four people at Debenek in the Eastern Cape.

At least 16 people were each convicted and sentenced in the court for:

Four counts of murder: life imprisonment.Four counts of kidnapping:...

Departments unite to enhance maths and science education

The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, has announced that his department will strengthen its long-term partnership with the Department of Basic Education, with the aim of improving pass rates in mathematics and science.

According to the Minister, the collaboration will also enhance the...

Seven people, including a police officer, have died in shootings in Cape Town in 24 hours.

Collective action needed to curb school violence, says Minister Gwarube

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has called on parents, communities and government to work together to curb violence in schools, stressing that learner safety is fundamental to quality education.

“Both parents and the community need to work together in curbing violence. This can only be achieved as a...

Labour dept speeds up claims processing for deceased Pinetown worker

The Department of Employment and Labour has confirmed that the benefits of the widow of a deceased Pinetown worker are being processed and will be paid in less than a month.

This after Minister Nomakhosazana Meth learnt of the tragic passing of 59-year old Phila Mntambo, who was an employee at Steelbank Merchants...

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President Ramaphosa assesses flood damage, calls for stronger disaster response

President Cyril Ramaphosa says leadership must be visible and present when communities are in distress, as government intensifies its response to devastating floods that have led to loss of life, destroyed infrastructure, displaced families and disrupted schooling across several provinces.

The President...

DHET shifts to Central Application Service for 2026 academic year

The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has announced that the Central Application Clearing House (CACH) will not be implemented for the 2026 academic year for the Class of 2025 and beyond.

In a statement issued on Monday, the department said the decision forms part of a broader reform of the...

Basic Education Minister saddened by fatal scholar transport accident

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has expressed deep sadness following a tragic motor vehicle accident that occurred on Monday morning, involving a vehicle transporting learners to school, in which several learners lost their lives.

The Minister extended her heartfelt condolences to the families, friends,...

President Ramaphosa visits flood-stricken areas in Mpumalanga

President Cyril Ramaphosa is this afternoon visiting Nkomazi Local Municipality in Mpumalanga to assess the extent of the  damage caused by the floods and the response of government. 

The President will commence the visit in Mjejana, Nkomazi Local Municipality, after 14h00 this afternoon. 

The National Disaster Management...

Central Application Service Guide: Helping prospective students to access higher education

Prospective students, who need guidance in accessing the Post-School Education and Training (PSET) system, are encouraged to make use of the Central Application Service (CAS). 

Here is a comprehensive guide on how the CAS works:...

MEC Chiloane devastated after scholar transport incident claims 13

Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane has expressed his deep devastation, following a tragic scholar transport accident in Vanderbijlpark on Monday morning, which claimed the lives of 13 learners. 

Preliminary reports indicate that the incident occurred at approximately 7am when a private scholar transport vehicle...

President mourns deaths in Cape flats violence and scholar transport crash

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the loss of life resulting from violent incidents on the Cape Flats over the weekend and in a tragic collision involving a scholar transport vehicle, near Vanderbijlpark, on Monday morning. 

At least 26 people were killed in incidents of violence on...

Government intervenes over sewer crisis in JB Marks Municipality

Poorly functioning wastewater treatment plants and ongoing sewerage spillages continue to contribute significantly to water pollution in JB Marks Local Municipality in North West, prompting intervention by the national Department of Water and Sanitation. 

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo on Friday,...

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Inmates in matric record 94.4% 2025 pass rate

The Department of Correctional Services has recorded a 94.4% pass rate for the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams.

This was revealed by Minister Pieter Groenewald, who released the results at the Goodwood Correctional Facility, in the Western Cape, on Monday.

Some 180 learners from 18 correctional services schools sat for the...

SANDF deploys rescue team to assist in flood-stricken areas

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has announced that it continues to support various flood-stricken communities by conducting rescue operations to evacuate people stranded in the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces. 

These areas have been severely affected by flooding and rising water levels due to heavy rains...

Media urged to submit entries for SADC media awards

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has called on South African journalists and media to submit their entries for the 2026 Southern African Development Community (SADC) Media Awards competition. 

The SADC Media Awards competition is open to journalists from the SADC member states in four categories: Photo...

SAWS warns of disruptive rainfall in Limpopo

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of disruptive rainfall that could cause flooding in Limpopo.

“A medium likelihood of significant impacts are expected over the Lowveld of Limpopo, as well as the eastern parts of the Limpopo Valley, due to persistent overnight rainfall with 30 to 60mm more expected during the course of...

Emergency housing team dispatched to flood hit Limpopo, Mpumalanga

Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane has dispatched the Emergency Housing Unit of the National Department of Human Settlements to disaster-affected areas in Limpopo and Mpumalanga, following recent heavy rainfall. 

In a statement, the department said the national team, working together with provincial...

Kruger National Park applies quota system for visitors

The Kruger National Park (KNP) has implemented a gate quota system with immediate effect in the interest of visitor safety and effective traffic management, after heavy rains.

Last week’s persistent heavy rainfall across Limpopo and Mpumalanga caused river levels to rise significantly, with overflows reported in the Crocodile,...