Stronger water regulation needed to tackle climate and infrastructure pressures

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo has called for stronger and more responsive regulation across Africa, warning that mounting environmental and economic pressures are straining the continent’s water systems.

Mahlobo was speaking at the 4th Africa Water Supply and Sanitation Regulators’...

National Orders recipients honoured for shaping democratic South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed the recipients of the 2026 National Orders as men and women whose contributions have helped shape a democratic South Africa founded on equality, justice and dignity for all.

Jubilation, applause and a celebratory atmosphere marked the occasion at the Sefako Makgatho...

Protecting initiates’ lives and restoring the dignity of customary initiation

By Legadima Leso, Head of Communications, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs 

Each year, as the winter and summer initiation seasons approach across South Africa, thousands of young people prepare for one of the most significant moments of their lives: customary initiation. For generations,...

PSC welcomes sharpened legislation

By Sihle Manda 

The Public Service Commission Amendment Bill is poised to become one of the most consequential reforms in South Africa’s public administration landscape. 

Should it see light of day, the legislation will significantly expand the authority of the Public Service Commission (PSC), strengthening oversight across national, provincial...

Restoring dignity through opportunity and protection

By Nomakhosazana Meth, Minister of Employment and Labour

May Day is a profound reminder of the hard-fought battles for labour rights, and the collective power of social dialogue. From the factory floors and deep-level mines to the bustling tech hubs and vast agricultural lands, the hands of our workers continue to build the...

Mantashe tables department’s budget

Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe has tabled the department’s R2.86 billion budget in Parliament today.

Operational allocations include: 

R70.46 million for the South African Diamond and Precious Metals Regulator. R94.98 million for the Petroleum Agency South Africa (PASA). R666.9 million for the Council for...

SA, Botswana eye stronger regional trade ties at BNC

South Africa and Botswana are set to use the 6th Session of the Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Gaborone this week to accelerate efforts aimed at deepening regional trade, improving market access and strengthening cross-border investment in Southern Africa.

The high-level commission, taking place on 21 May 2026, comes at a time...

Msunduzi Indaba commits to urban renewal and investment drive

The two-day Pietermaritzburg Urban Development Indaba has concluded with a series of commitments aimed at reversing urban decay, improving municipal efficiency, and restoring investor confidence in the city.

Hosted by the Msunduzi Municipality in partnership with Invest PMB and supported by the KwaZulu-Natal Department of...

Gauteng MEC inspects key road projects

Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport Kedibone Diale-Tlabela conducted oversight inspections at the Tsamaya Road (K54) and Garsfontein Road (K50) projects in the City of Tshwane on Monday as part of efforts to monitor progress on major road infrastructure developments in the province.

According to the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport,...

Public consultations on eviction law amendments head to Mpumalanga, Limpopo

The Department of Human Settlements will this week host public information sessions in Mpumalanga and Limpopo on the proposed amendments to the Prevention of Illegal Eviction and Unlawful Occupation of Land (PIE) Amendment Bill.

The sessions are scheduled to take place from Tuesday, 19 May to Thursday, 21...

Government mourns the passing of former North West Premier

The South African government has expressed its condolences following the passing of former North West Premier Bushy Maape, describing him as a dedicated public servant and respected leader who made a lasting contribution to the province.

In a statement issued by the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) on...

Western Cape agriculture sector assesses damage after severe weather

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) is assessing the impact of severe weather conditions that struck the province between 10 and 13 May 2026.

A series of intense cold fronts resulted in widespread flooding, infrastructure damage, and disruptions to farming communities across key agricultural...

GCIS takes Budget Vote outreach programme to the Western Cape

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has launched a series of community outreach activities across the Western Cape as part of its 2026/27 Budget Vote programme.

The activities are aimed at strengthening direct engagement between government and citizens.

The programme, taking place from 18 to 21 May,...