SAWS confirms Tropical cyclone Gezani poses no threat

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has confirmed that Tropical Cyclone Gezani, currently located in the Mozambique Channel, poses no direct threat to South Africa.

“Latest satellite imagery shows Tropical Cyclone Gezani situated over the Mozambique Channel. The system remains well-defined, with organised convective cloud...

Reflections on South Africa’s Constitution 

Thirty years ago, South Africa adopted its Constitution, a historic milestone that entrenched democracy, equality and human rights, including landmark rulings on the abolition of the death penalty.As the country prepares to commemorate three decades of constitutional democracy, government says the anniversary will serve not only as a...

Gauteng assures parents of transport availability amid protest

Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport Kedibone Diale-Tlabela has assured parents, guardians and residents that learners will not be disrupted by the scholar transport protest taking place on Friday.

Working closely with the Gauteng taxi industry and law enforcement agencies, the MEC has put contingency measures in place to...

Gauteng welcomes deployment of SANDF to province 

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has welcomed the deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers to the province to support police in the fight against criminality, especially illegal mining.The intervention was announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa during the State of the Nation Address (SONA) held in Cape...

SANDF ready for deployment to tackle gang violence, illegal mining

Deputy Defence Minister, General Bantu Holomisa, says the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is ready to deploy troops in support of the South African Police Service (SAPS), following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s directive to strengthen the fight against gang violence and illegal mining in Gauteng and the...

Cattle at a dairy farm near Hartenbos on the Garden Route have tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease.

Ntshavheni welcomes key government interventions

Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has welcomed the interventions announced in the State of the Nation Address (SONA) to deal with critical challenges facing South Africans – key of which include economic growth, job creation, water security and support for small businesses.Ntshavheni said government’s renewed focus...

Government united behind 2026 SONA priorities

Members of Parliament have welcomed the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA), expressing unified support for government’s commitment to tackling critical challenges affecting the country, including crime, foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), transport bottlenecks and water infrastructure constraints.

President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday...

Measures to protect SA’s borders

Government has announced additional measures to strengthen South Africa’s borders to curb illegal immigration and to protect the country’s security, stability and economic progress. “Funding to strengthen border security will be prioritised, covering infrastructure, technology and people. Key border posts will be redeveloped through...

President Ramaphosa to Chair National Water Crisis Committee

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the establishment of a National Water Crisis Committee, which he will personally chair.

This as government intensifies efforts to confront South Africa’s deepening water challenges.

Delivering the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday, the President elevated water to one of...

South Africa charts path of unity, growth and reform

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to draw on the country’s deepest values and collective strength as it confronts challenges including crime and a worsening water crisis, declaring that the nation will stand firm both at home and on the global stage.

“To navigate this new world, we must draw on our strength...

President eyes end of load reduction in 2027

Government is working to see the eradication of load reduction by next year.

This according to President Cyril Ramaphosa, who delivered the State of the Nation Address on Thursday evening.

Load reduction is implemented by Eskom in specific areas where electricity supply is available, however, a transformer is at risk due to overloading,...

FMD vaccination drive targets 14 million cattle

Government is set to vaccinate the national herd of at least 14 million cattle, as South Africa grapples with one of the worst outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) the country has experienced.According to President Cyril Ramaphosa, the vaccination drive requires 28 million vaccines over the next 12 months.“This disease is...

Government takes steps to make high-speed rail a reality

Government is pressing ahead with plans to introduce high-speed rail in South Africa, with proposed routes including Johannesburg to Musina and eThekwini to Johannesburg. 

“We are preparing to send out a request for proposals, which will introduce a new era of long-distance rail travel in South Africa,” President Cyril...

Cabinet approves plan to drive growth and inclusion

President Cyril Ramaphosa in his State of the Nation Address (SONA) has announced that Cabinet has approved a comprehensive implementation plan to drive growth and inclusion in the country. 

“All our actions now are driven by the need for rapid and inclusive economic growth to create more jobs and better quality jobs,”...

Government invests in healthcare infrastructure 

Government will undertake a further step in preparation of the implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI) by undertaking critical investment in health infrastructure.

This is according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who delivered the State of the Nation Address (SONA) at the Cape Town City Hall on Thursday evening.

The NHI is...

Government to push for stronger alcohol legislation

Government will move to strengthen regulatory controls of alcohol in South Africa in a bid to reduce road accidents, crime and other social ills.

This was announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa during his delivery of the State of the Nation Address in Cape Town.

Last month, the Transport Department revealed that while crashes and...

Green economy, critical mineral endowments South Africa’s key to prosperity

In a bid to accelerate economic growth and employment, government has its eyes firmly set on the green economy.

This according to President Cyril Ramphosa, who delivered the State of the Nation Address (SONA) at the Cape Town City Hall on Thursday evening.

“The biggest opportunity of all lies in green...

Justice system reform on the cards 

A new hard hitting criminal justice system reform initiative that will crackdown on organised crime and corruption is on the cards for South Africa.In his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday night, President Cyril Ramaphosa said the reform initiative will also crackdown on the illicit firearms trade using a dedicated team in the...

Overhauling local government for better services

Government is proposing fundamental reforms to address the root causes of dysfunction in many municipalities and to improve the efficiency of service delivery.

These changes are expected to be implemented in the coming months through the finalisation of the White Paper on Local Government.

“This will provide solutions for the...