Cape Town commuters to benefit from Chris Hani to Cape Town line 

The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has officially re-opened the Chris Hani to Cape Town leg of the Central Line to commuters, bringing this very important rail artery to near-total recovery.“The Central Line is Cape Town’s most important rail corridor. It connects the communities of Khayelitsha and...

Land degradation neutrality- a pathway to sustainable futures for vulnerable communities 

By Bernice SwartsAs the world battles escalating environmental challenges, from climate change to biodiversity loss, one crisis continues to be overshadowed – that is land degradation. Every year, over 100 million hectares of productive land are lost or degraded, affecting the lives of more...

Government welcomes sentencing in Joshlin Smith case

Government has welcomed the life sentences handed down by the Western Cape High Court to Racquel Smith, Jacquen Appollis, and Steveno van Rhyn who have been convicted of human trafficking and kidnapping in connection with the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith. In addition to life imprisonment, the trio each received a...

Biodiversity offsetting is key to South Africa’s sustainable future

By Nomfundo Tshabalala

On 22 May 2025, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) and the South African National Parks (SANParks) gathered in Midrand at the...

President mourns passing of Rev Dr Tshenuwani Simon Farisani

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the passing of theologian, former Member of Parliament and former Speaker of the Limpopo Provincial Legislature, Dr Tshenuwani Simon Farisani.

Farisani passed away at the age of 76. In a statement on Friday, President Ramaphosa offered his condolences to the...

The main suspect linked to the killing of Olorato Mongale had allegedly confessed to the murder and wanted to die by suicide before he was gunned down in a shootout with the KwaZulu-Natal police.

A missing teenager has been found dead inside her stepfather’s locked home in Mpumalanga.

Allegations are just that, allegations, said Deputy President Paul Mashatile as the MKP tried to advance their narrative that corruption prosecutions are politically motivated, and an EFF MP said she can’t wait for his name to be cleared.

Department gains momentum in tackling Foot and Mouth Disease 

Intensified efforts to control and eradicate foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) are paying off, said Agriculture Minister, John Steenhuisen.In a statement on Wednesday, the Minister said the process of procuring vaccines through Onderstepoort Biological Products (OBP) has started, and the next batch of vaccines are expected to...

Government outlines anti-poverty strategies to combat unemployment

To address the urgent issues of poverty and unemployment, Deputy President Paul Mashatile has announced that government has implemented a series of comprehensive strategies, aimed at uplifting vulnerable communities nationwide.

The initiatives come in response to growing concerns about the socio-economic challenges...

President establishes commission of inquiry into delay in TRC cases

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation for the establishment of a judicial commission of inquiry to determine whether attempts were made to prevent the investigation and prosecution of apartheid-era crimes.

In a statement on Thursday, The Presidency said the commission will be chaired by retired...

Cabinet approves National Labour Migration Policy 2025 White Paper

Cabinet has approved the National Labour Migration Policy (NLMP) White Paper 2025 for implementation, marking a significant step in regulating the movement and employment of foreign nationals in South Africa.

Speaking during a post-Cabinet media briefing on Thursday, Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni...

Reserve Bank cuts repo rate by 25 basis points

The South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points, with effect from 30 May.

This reduces the prime lending rate from banks to 10.75 %. 

Five members favoured this action, while one preferred a cut of 50 basis points.

“Looking forward, we have revised down...

Employment Services Amendment Bill approved for submission to Parliament

Cabinet has approved the Employment Services Amendment Bill for submission to Parliament, at its meeting held in Cape Town on Wednesday.

The Bill provides a policy framework and the legal basis to regulate the employment of foreign nationals in businesses while promoting national security and national...

Deputy President calls for national dialogue to address SA’s challenges

South Africa is encountering significant challenges that demand an immediate national dialogue. 

This is according to the Deputy President Paul Mashatile, who responded to oral questions from Members of Parliament in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) in Cape Town, on Thursday afternoon. 

The Deputy...

Cabinet affirms its support for the 2025 National Budget

Cabinet has affirmed its support for the 2025 National Budget tabled by the Minister of Finance on Wednesday, 21 May 2025, which details key spending priorities over the next three years within the country’s fiscal envelope.

Speaking during a post-cabinet briefing on Thursday, Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni...

Cabinet welcomes progress at sustainable infrastructure development symposium

Cabinet has welcomed the successful conclusion of the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) 2025, held in Cape Town, from 26 to 27 May 2025. 

The two-day symposium brought together government leaders, infrastructure funding representatives, construction sector...

Cabinet welcomes reset of SA-US Relations

Cabinet has welcomed the reset of strategic relationships between South Africa (SA) and the United States (US) during President Cyril Ramaphosa’s working visit to the United States of America.

Speaking during a post-Cabinet briefing in Cape Town on Thursday, Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said the SA and US teams will...

Cabinet welcomes the launch of Operation New Broom

Cabinet has welcomed the launch of Operation New Broom, the latest technology-driven initiative by the Department of Home Affairs to combat illegal immigration.

Home Affairs Minister, Dr Leon Schreiber, launched the initiative last week.

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Addressing the...

SA marks one year of GNU

Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, announced that South Africa is commemorating one year since the National and Provincial Elections in 2024, which resulted in no political party winning an outright majority.

“The period created much uncertainty for South Africa and her people. Today, as the Government of National Unity (GNU), we are proud...

The ANC has noted Communications and Technology Minister Solly Malatsi’s recently published policy directive, which could allow Starlink to operate in South Africa.