SATURDAY, 21 MARCH 2026, 08:53
Hlabisa calls for stronger partnerships to revive metros
A call for the urgent strengthening of intergovernmental relations and strategic partnerships to revitalise governance and service delivery in South Africa’s metropolitan municipalities has been made.Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, made the call at an engagement session...
Mkhwanazi’s testimony was scheduled to resume before the Commission on Monday.
The text message was sent three days after DJ Sumbody was gunned down in a hail of bullets
Government and industry reassures public of fuel supply
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources and the Fuels Industry Association has moved to assure South Africans of a stable fuel supply, with no need for consumers to panic buy.“The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has noted with concern the circulation of statements and messages by certain...
17 000 hectares of land were handed back to communities in Umzimkhulu in the southern part of KZN
SAWS warns of severe thunderstorms in Gauteng, Mpumalanga
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning for severe thunderstorms in the escarpment and Highveld of Mpumalanga, and the northern parts of Gauteng, for Friday.“A high likelihood of minor impacts due to severe thunderstorms is expected over the central interior of Mpumalanga as well as the northern parts...
Ocean Innovation Africa Summit positions Durban as a key hub
Durban is reinforcing its status as a leading centre for ocean economy dialogue and innovation, as it prepares to host the Ocean Innovation Africa Summit from 23 – 25 March 2026.The summit, organised by Ocean Innovation Africa, in partnership with the eThekwini Municipality, will take place at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli...
Services SETA moves to restore justice for whistleblowers
The Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) has committed to restoring justice for employees dismissed after raising concerns about alleged irregularities, signalling a shift toward stronger protection for whistleblowers.Speaking at a media briefing on Friday, Services SETA Administrator Lehlogonolo...
Mankweng twins doing well
Following the successful separation of conjoined twins in a groundbreaking operation at Mankweng Hospital recently, the babies are doing well, Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba said on Friday.The twins, who were born on 28 January 2026, underwent a complex surgical procedure that marked a historic milestone for South Africa’s public healthcare...
SA engages South Sudan on the latest political developments
President Cyril Ramaphosa has held a bilateral engagement with the President of the Republic of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit, at his official residence in Pretoria, Mahlamba Ndlopfu, on the occasion of a Working Visit to South Africa.
“The Working Visit provides an opportune moment for the two Heads of State to...
Marakele Park says increased ranger visibility and tighter access control measures across the park.
Long-awaited justice brings joy as uMzimkhulu communities reclaim land
Communities in uMzimkhulu have welcomed what they described as a long-awaited moment of justice and restoration, as President Cyril Ramaphosa officially handed over title deeds to land claim beneficiaries on Friday.
The handover, which forms part of government’s Land Restitution Programme under the Restitution...
Learners say government must prioritise service delivery amid Human Rights Day commemoration
Deidre Uren has been acting SABC News and Current Affairs Group Executive since January 1, 2026.
Mashatile joins growing Alex 10k race
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Saturday participate in the Alex 10K race in Alexandra township, Gauteng.
The Alex 10K race entered its second year in 2025, following Adreach Group’s three-year partnership with Run Alex Athletics Club. This collaboration is aimed not only to revive road running events in Alexandra but to promote local...
Foot rot affects livestock and is caused by a bacterium which thrives in wet conditions
TNPA appoints FFS Tank Terminals to refurbish Port of Cape Town
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has appointed FFS Tank Terminals as the preferred bidder to refurbish and operate a liquid bulk terminal for a 25-year concession period at the Port of Cape Town.The terminal, specialising in edible oils and compatible cargo, is a brownfield development covering approximately...
Administrator of the Services Sector Education and Training Authority briefs the media.
The murder trial of former Orlando Pirates captain Senzo Meyiwa continues in Pretoria High Court
SA transitions from exporting raw materials to building industries
The government has introduced measures aimed at shifting decisively from the export of raw minerals towards the development of competitive local industries.“Government remains committed to ensuring that South Africa builds diversified mineral value chains that create sustainable jobs, expand industrial capacity...
Human Rights Month: South Africa honours its legacy of courage
South Africans at large will commemorate Human Rights Day on Saturday, 21 March, under the theme: ‘A Legacy of Courage: Protecting Rights, Preserving Humanity’.
Observed annually on 21 March since the advent of democracy, Human Rights Day marks South Africa’s progressive trajectory toward an equal, free, and open...