TUESDAY, 31 MARCH 2026, 09:27
Majodina to release Green Drop Report
Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina will on Tuesday release the Green Drop Report, alongside progress reports on the Blue Drop and No Drop programmes, providing a comprehensive update on South Africa’s drinking water quality, service provision, and wastewater management.
The Green, Blue and No Drop Certification programmes are...
Thunderstorms expected in northern KwaZulu-Natal
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning for severe thunderstorms in several areas in northern KwaZulu-Natal.
The service warned of localised damage to infrastructure and settlements, localised flooding of roads and bridges and possible minor motor vehicle accidents due to slippery roads and poor visibility.
The...
One person has been killed and another injured in a horrific accident on the M7 in Durban, KZN.
A protest is under way against an unauthorised coronation of the Nigerian Igbo King in KuGompo.
SAPS hosts 3-day leadership camp for children of members who died in the line of duty
NSFAS directed to activate forensic unit to work with SIU
Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has directed the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Board to activate its forensic unit immediately to work with the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) on cases already under investigation, and refer identified instances of fraud and misrepresentation to the...
President Ramaphosa states SA investment case ahead of SAIC
The South African government will pursue its commitment to fiscal discipline and reform implementation as the upcoming South African Investment Conference (SAIC) provides a pivotal moment to translate recent economic gains into tangible investment outcomes.
This according President Cyril Ramaposa’s weekly newsletter,...
The suspects were apprehended in Cape Town, Matatiele and Mbombela.
Hlabisa gazetted the fees payable to initiation schools in all nine provinces.
Eskom lifts 210 000 out of peak period load reduction
Eskom’s efforts to eliminate load reduction are gathering pace with more than 210 000 customers no longer affected during peak periods.Load reduction is implemented by the power utility to protect infrastructure from overloading and destruction where there are illegal connections.As a result of the power utility’s...
North West police make progress in fighting crime
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Bojanala District continues to record successes, following recent coordinated crime-fighting operations int the North West.Conducted between 22 and 29 March, in Rustenburg, Koster, Boitekong, Phokeng, Tlhabane, Dwarsberg and the Swartruggens policing areas, the operations resulted in...
Investing for a better SA
South Africa is choosing momentum over hesitation. At a time when global markets are marked by volatility and investor caution, the country is pressing ahead with its sixth Investment Conference – a signal that it intends not to retreat, but to compete.On Tuesday, 31 March 2026, President Cyril Ramaphosa will convene the latest gathering in Johannesburg,...
SA women arrested for possession of drugs
The South African Police Service (SAPS), working closely with Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), has arrested five South African female drug mules at OR Tambo International Airport with drugs worth more than R5 million concealed on their bodies.
According to the police, a preliminary report suggests that the suspects were en route to...
This as major church groups will be using the bus service for their bulk transport needs.
The breach affected a human resources database used for job applications.
The group says Masemola summons is dirty IDAC bid to capture the police and justice system.
Police say the suspects were found with drugs worth more than R5 million.
The N3TC says traffic on the route was also heavier than usual this past weekend
SAIIA Senior Researcher Steven Gruzd disappeared on Thursday and was found dead on Saturday.
The R-45 has been temporarily closed to traffic near the Elandsfontein Mine.
Fannie Masemola says he followed proper processes and denies wrongdoing in R360m contract case