THURSDAY, 30 APRIL 2026, 15:58
Deadline looms for eThekwini SMMEs eyeing Lions’ Den opportunity
Small, medium and micro-sized enterprises (SMMEs) in the eThekwini Municipality have only a few hours remaining to submit applications for the 2026 Lions’ Den Business Plan Competition, with the deadline set for 30 April.
The eThekwini Municipality has opened entries for the annual programme, which aims to support...
Acting Police Commissioner Puleng Dimpane addressed Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Police.
The M7 Durban Bound was closed for hours whilst emergency personnel worked on the scene.
March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma says the campaign seeks the return of undocumented migrants
Accused two in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, Bongani Ntanzi, has concluded his testimony.
Accused number four in the Lusikisiki trial admits that he wasn’t assaulted during questioning
Government working to restore order at borders and workplaces
Government says it has noted ongoing public discourse on immigration, particularly on issues related to illegal immigration.
On Wednesday, government reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding South Africa’s sovereignty, security and the rule of law, while upholding the country’s constitutional values and respect for...
The change does not affect social grants beneficiaries of SASSA.
Minister Solly Malatsi says there will be internal accountability regarding Draft AI Policy.
UCT Libraries’ Ujala Satgoor says the fire created an opportunity to rethink libraries and archives
Mugabe handed another 18 months imprisonment or a R200 000 fine for being in the country illegally.
South Africa strengthens FMD response with Argentina partnership
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has concluded a high-level working visit to Argentina, securing key agreements aimed at strengthening South Africa’s response to Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and safeguarding the future of the livestock sector.At the centre of the visit was a Ministerial engagement with...
A newly-identified species has been named ‘Richtersveldiella sanparkensis’
Acting Police Minister Professor Firoz Cachalia is briefing Parliament’s Portfolio Committee.
This week, the National Treasury announced an extension of the general fuel levy relief in May.
Call for soccer fans to enter competition to watch 2026 FIFA World Cup live
South African soccer fans have been handed a golden opportunity to turn their passion into a passport, with a new competition offering a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Through this competition, 20 passionate South African supporters will be selected to travel to either the United States...
Cosatu is finalising preparations for its 140th anniversary of International Workers’ Day rally.
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality unveils R16m safety fleet
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has unveiled a new safety and security fleet valued at R16.1 million, aimed at strengthening crime prevention, emergency response, and disaster management across the metro.
The launch, led by Executive Mayor Babalwa Lobishe and Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Safety and Security...
President Ramaphosa convenes extended PCC to tackle water crisis
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday convene an Extended Presidential Coordinating Council (PCC) meeting in Boksburg, Gauteng, with a sharp focus on addressing South Africa’s ongoing water crisis.
The high-level meeting, scheduled to take place at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre, will bring...
SA tourism surges past 3 million travellers in March as holidaymakers drive growth
South Africa’s tourism sector continues to gather momentum, with more than three million travellers moving through the country in March 2026, as holiday travel remained the dominant reason for visits.
New figures released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) show that 3 037 756 travellers —...
Postbank shifts services from Post Office branches to new banking channels
Postbank has announced that from 1 May 2026, customers will no longer be able to access cash deposit, withdrawal and related services at the South African Post Office (SAPO) branches, as these services move to alternative banking channels.
The transition means customers who previously relied on Post Office...