eThekwini Municipality commits to address Public Protector concerns 

The eThekwini Municipality Executive Committee (EXCO) has affirmed its commitment to address concerns raised by Public Protector, Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka, following a special meeting held at Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, on Monday.

The engagement formed part of the Public...

In her mission to eradicate plastic waste from Mogale City and Orange Farm, fashion designer Phumudzo Muthanyi has upcycled more than 100 000 tonnes of single-use plastics from the area to create eco-friendly leather bags, accessories and furniture.

North West traditional horse racing gives the economy a leg up

The inaugural Lobelo la Dipitsi Traditional Horse Racing event, held at Bloomtech Lodge in Vryburg at the weekend, celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the North West province while also stimulating local economic growth.According to the North West Provincial Government (NWPG), Lobelo la Dipitsi represents a...

A 58-year-old teacher is expected to appear in the Mankweng Magistrate’s Court in Limpopo on Wednesday after he was arrested for the rape of a 13-year-old girl.

Conference places the spotlight on ocean sustainability 

As the current holder of the G20 Presidency, South Africa is leading global efforts for ocean sustainability, particularly focusing on advancing sustainable ocean initiatives in Africa.The country is hosting the 14th International Conference on Southern Hemisphere Meteorology and Oceanography (ICSHMO), which is currently...

Minister Meth hands over R514m contract to 15 LAP partners

Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth, has officially handed over R514 million in contracts to 15 Labour Activation Programme (LAP) partner companies in Mpumalanga, aimed at stimulating job creation in the province. 

The 15 LAP partner companies are expected to provide training to over 9 600 job seekers after...

After years of cars crashing into their Weltevreden Park home in Johannesburg, Jennifer van der Westhuizen and her family are finally getting relief in the form of interventions by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department and City officials.

For a decade, Khayelitsha-based travel agency ABCD Concepts has provided local and international visitors with immersive township experiences.

An Eastern Cape independent school, whose pupil was allegedly raped on the grounds last year, is taking legal action against the provincial department of education’s decision to deregister it.

Morning fog is expected in parts of Mpumalanga, Free State, and KwaZulu-Natal, according to the South African Weather Service.

The City of Johannesburg disconnected the services of three buildings on Monday, including student accommodation in Lillian Ngoyi Street, which owed the City about R12 million for water and electricity.

It is “very, very doubtful” the African Union is up to the task to ensure Africa takes its rightful place in an emerging multipolar world, says former president Thabo Mbeki.

Human rights ought to be upheld every day 

By Neo Semono

Human Rights Month may have drawn to a close, but the significance of human rights extends further than a mere month. Human Rights are not just ideals enshrined in our Constitution – they are the foundation of dignity, justice, and freedom that shape our everyday lives.South Africa’s Bill of Rights safeguards fundamental...

Law enforcement is attending to Eastern Cape rape cases

The Ministry of Police has assured members of the public that law enforcement is actively investigating two incidences involving the rape of minors in the Eastern Cape.This comes after the Ministry has taken note of calls on various social media platforms regarding the tragic violation of the two minors in two separate...

Stakeholders commit to improved water services for all 

Stakeholders in the water sector have committed to collaborative efforts to implement tangible plans and reforms outlined at the recent Water and Sanitation Indaba aimed at improving water security and services for all citizens.This pledge was made on the final day of the two-day Water and Sanitation Indaba, held at the...

Investigations into the attempted murder of influencer and former Muvhango actress Tebogo Thobejane are nearly wrapped up.

Government allocates R1.44 billion for natural disaster recovery efforts – Hlabisa

Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has announced a significant financial commitment of R1.44 billion from the R11 billion requested to assist municipalities impacted by recent natural disasters.

The funds, dispersed between February and March 2025,...

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has defended MEC Ivan Meyer’s recent visit to Taiwan, which subsequently led to him being barred from visiting China, Hong Kong and Macao.

Digital platform to support spaza shops goes live

The Department of Small Business Development has unveiled a digital platform to support spaza shops and other food-handling facilities as well as combat illegal businesses.

The new digital platforms went live on Friday, 28 March 2025, following the announcement by Small Business Development Minister, Stella Ndabeni.

DSBD Connect is a...

Endangered animal populations face a risk beyond habitat loss, researchers have found, with roadkill harming threatened populations, especially in rural and mountainous areas. In just one year, there were more than 1 500 incidents of wildlife roadkill.

Call for localised gender-responsive value chains

Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has underscored the need to localise gender-responsive value chains and ensure the full and equal participation of women in the economy.“Localising gender-responsive value chains require a clearly articulated infant industry...