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Seven houses officially handed over to military veterans
Seven houses officially handed over to military veterans
The Department of Human Settlements, in partnership with the City of Matlosana, hosted a housing hand over ceremony for military veterans on Friday.
The programme began with a briefing session at the City Council Committee Room.
The Executive Mayor of the City of Matlosana, Fikile Mahlophe, officially opened the session,...
Small business summit adopts declaration on MSME growth
Small business summit adopts declaration on MSME growth
The government, together with key small business ecosystem stakeholders, has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating inclusive, sustainable, and enterprise-led local economic development following the conclusion of the National Local Economic Development (LED) Summit 2026.
This commitment has been expressed in the LED Summit...
KZN woman handed life sentence for raping 8-year-old brother
She was sentenced to an additional five years for showing pornographic material to the child.
Forensic lab to strengthen fight against crime
Forensic lab to strengthen fight against crime
The handover of a forensic laboratory is set to strengthen in KwaZulu-Natal’s efforts to fight crime.“The facility will support investigative forensic work of the South African Police Service [SAPS] in KwaZulu-Natal. “It brings together specialised forensic services into a single, secure and fit-for purpose environment,...
Government calls on private sector to drive skills revolution through partnerships
Government calls on private sector to drive skills revolution through partnerships
Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela has called on business, labour, civil society and government to work together to transform the country’s skills base, create jobs, drive economic transformation, and build a capable state that can meet the demands of a changing workforce.
He...
Eskom signs 3-year wage deal with 2 unions, Numsa rejects deal
Eskom concludes a 3-year wage agreement with NUM and Solidarity, while Numsa rejects offer.
President Ramaphosa champions trade, democracy and fair multilateralism at Spain–SA Business Forum
President Ramaphosa champions trade, democracy and fair multilateralism at Spain–SA Business Forum
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for deeper trade ties, strengthened democratic partnerships and a more equitable multilateral system at the Spain–South Africa Business Forum during his working visit to the Kingdom of Spain.
Addressing delegates at the Business Forum on Friday,...
Government to evict illegal occupants from 40+ state properties
Government plans to evict illegal occupants from more than 40 state properties in the North West.
Case against AKA murder suspects transferred to Durban High Court
The case against Ndimande brothers has been formally transferred to the Durban High Court.
Six suspects arrested after evading police in KZN
Six suspects wanted for serious crimes, including murder and robbery, arrested in Umhlali.
Bellarmine Mugabe and co-accused plead guilty in shooting case
The pair is appearing in the Alexandra Regional Court north of Johannesburg.
eThekwini strengthens crime-fighting capacity with expanded K9 Unit
eThekwini strengthens crime-fighting capacity with expanded K9 Unit
The eThekwini Municipality has expanded its Durban Metro Police K9 Unit, as part of ongoing efforts to strenghten safety, combat crime and restore public confidence.
A total of 13 newly trained K9 handlers were officially introduced during a passing-out parade this week near the Moses Mabhida Stadium. The teams...
Eskom concludes wage agreement with employees
Eskom concludes wage agreement with employees
Eskom has concluded a three-year wage agreement following a Central Bargaining Forum (CBF) process which entails a 7% annual salary increase for workers.
The signatory unions represent more than 75% of the employees in the CBF. The agreement is binding on all employees within the bargaining unit, including those affiliated with the...
Collision on the M4 Northern Freeway in KZN claims 1 life
Female driver, believed to be in her 20s, killed in a head-on collision on the M4 Northern Freeway
Progress in national FMD vaccination drive
Progress in national FMD vaccination drive
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen says early data indicates that South Africa’s mass vaccination strategy against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is yielding positive results, with no new infections reported in already vaccinated herds.
Steenhuisen highlighted that since February 2026 to 26 March 2026, provinces have vaccinated a total of...
SIU freezes director’s assets in UIF TERS fraud case
SIU freezes director’s assets in UIF TERS fraud case
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has obtained an order from the Special Tribunal freezing assets belonging to Nhlakanipho Mngomezulu after an investigation into the unlawful receipt of Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS) funds.
According to the SIU, Lubelo Hlomuka Holdings, trading as SA Scrum Assembly, of which...
Night-sky guides graduate to boost Astro tourism sector
Western Cape government says astro tourism is driving job creation, particularly in rural areas
MEC Gaoage Molapisi delivers houses and hosts district imbizo for Military Veterans
MEC Gaoage Molapisi delivers houses and hosts district imbizo for Military Veterans
North West MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Gaoage Oageng Molapisi, will today hand over seven houses to military veterans in Jouberton, in the City of Matlosana Local Municipality.
According to the department, the housing project is implemented in...
Deputy Minister leads ID and voter registration drive
Deputy Minister leads ID and voter registration drive
Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Njabulo Nzuza will today lead an ID Campaign and high impact outreach programme in Escourt, in KwaZulu-Natal, aimed at bringing key government services closer to communities.
The initiative is focused on ensuring that all qualifying residents have access to important civic documents, particularly...
Basic Education leads inter-departmental career choices Expo Day in Mpumalanga
Basic Education leads inter-departmental career choices Expo Day in Mpumalanga
Basic Education Deputy Minister Dr Reginah Mhaule is today leading a government and stakeholder-wide Career Expo Day to commemorate Freedom Month and Schools Democracy Month.
The inaugural Career Expo Day is taking place at the Spamplek Sports Ground in Daggakraal in the Gert Sibande District in...