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Botswana State Visit a “coming together of brethren” – President Ramaphosa
Botswana State Visit a “coming together of brethren” – President Ramaphosa
The State Visit to Botswana is not merely a diplomatic formality, but a “coming together of brethren from the same family”.This is according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who delivered remarks at a State Banquet hosted by Botswana President Duma Boko on the first day of the two-day visit to the...
Government intensifies preparations for Local Government Elections
Government intensifies preparations for Local Government Elections
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa, says government has intensified preparations for the 2026 Local Government Elections scheduled for 4 November 2026.Delivering the 2026/27 Budget Vote for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in Parliament on Wednesday, Hlabisa said...
TMPD impounds illegal public transport vehicles
The TMPD operation, which was conducted in Pretoria West, included business inspections
NGO urges child support grant increase amid rising inflation
NGO says the government should increase the child support grant as rising inflation continues…
Home Affairs Committee monitors protests against undocumented immigrants
March and March is marching against undocumented foreign nationals in the country.
Sotheni’s bail application in ‘Witness D’ murder case resumes
The state has argued that Matipandile Sotheni, who faces 16 charges, should remain behind bars.
Sewage spill forces Durban South Beach closure
A suspected pump station failure has caused raw sewage to flow into Durban’s South Beach area…
Government outlines measures to combat fake news and AI-driven misinformation
Government outlines measures to combat fake news and AI-driven misinformation
Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has outlined the government’s plans to combat misinformation, disinformation and malinformation, including proposals for a public fact-checking platform, restrictions on fake news broadcasts, and mandatory disclosure of AI-generated content on digital...
Mpumalanga Education to address concerns at Tiga Primary School
The Mpumalanga Department of Education calls for teaching and learning to continue uninterrupted.
Documented foreign nationals who claim harassment must open criminal cases: March and March
Dozens of immigrants remain camped outside the Diakonia Centre in the Durban CBD.
Repositioning government communication to better serve citizens
Repositioning government communication to better serve citizens
In a move aimed at improving public access to reliable information, the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) is repositioning itself as a central hub for credible government content, enhanced media monitoring and faster responses to citizens’ concerns.
“This is part of evolving GCIS from being just...
IEC warns against misinformation ahead of local elections
IEC is concerned about sustained misinformation about the commission’s management of elections.
Forensic probe links Limpopo funeral deaths to food contamination
Limpopo Premier Phophi Ramathuba visited the Mmotong-wa-Bogobe village on Wednesday.
Rosemary Ndlovu, co-accused convicted of incitement to commit murder
Rosemary Ndlovu and Nomsa Mudau have been convicted for incitement to commit murder.
Lesufi hails progress in George Goch Hostel revamp project
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has visited the George Goch Hostel.
Joburg investing in water infrastructure: Morero
Morero also acknowledged ongoing challenges relating to water restoration delays.
Government sets aside R423bn to strengthen municipalities and traditional governance
Government sets aside R423bn to strengthen municipalities and traditional governance
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has tabled a combined R423.4 billion budget for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs for the 2026/27 financial year, with government placing renewed focus on fixing dysfunctional municipalities, improving...
Defence budget prioritises border security, military readiness and crime-fighting support
Defence budget prioritises border security, military readiness and crime-fighting support
Government has allocated R57.6 billion to the Department of Defence for the 2026/27 financial year, with a strong focus on border safeguarding, internal security support and rebuilding South Africa’s defence capabilities amid mounting regional and domestic security pressures.
Tabling Budget...
Social grants remain central as Social Development tables R302bn budget
Social grants remain central as Social Development tables R302bn budget
The Department of Social Development has tabled a R302 billion Budget Vote for the 2026/27 financial year, with government reaffirming its commitment to strengthening South Africa’s social protection system amid rising global economic pressures and persistent inequality.
Acting Social Development Minister...
Calls for swift arrest of suspects in murder of NW community activist
Calls for swift arrest of suspects in murder of NW community activist
The North West Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety and Transport Management has urged police to intensify investigations into the murder of community activist Thato Molosankwe, who was allegedly shot dead by unknown assailants in Mahikeng in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
The...