WEDNESDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2026, 14:55
President delays proclamation of sections of NHI Act
President Cyril Ramaphosa has agreed to delay the proclamation of any sections of the National Health Insurance Act (NHI) following litigation brought against the President and the Minister of Health.
In a statement on Tuesday, The Presidency said the decision was taken after consultations between President Ramaphosa and Health...
The Gauteng Provincial Legislature is turning up the heat on the South African Police Service (SAPS)
KZN women entrepreneurs get major boost from provincial government
Applause and ululations filled the air at the Marine Building overlooking Durban’s busy harbour as 25 women entrepreneurs from across KwaZulu-Natal stepped forward to receive more than just cheques, but a vote of confidence in their dreams.
The beneficiaries were officially handed over R1.25 million from the Women...
NPC welcomes strong alignment between SONA and National Development Plan
The National Planning Commission (NPC) has welcomed the strong focus of the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on the objectives of the National Development Plan: Vision 2030 (NDP).
In a statement on Monday, the NPC said it was pleased that, in his SONA, President Cyril Ramaphosa placed the NDP at the centre of...
Residents of Westbury and Coronationville protest the lack of constant water supply again.
Calvin Mathibeli allegedly accused Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi of being corrupt in a social media post.
The City of Cape Town’s new draft policy requires evictees to prove they have no alternative housing options to qualify for temporary emergency accommodation.
Countering disinformation and safeguarding our democracy
By Andrea Naicker
One of the most enduring symbols of South Africa’s democracy is the ballot box — a reminder of our collective struggle for freedom and the power each citizen holds in shaping our nation’s future. As we approach the upcoming 2026 Local Government Elections, this democratic right depends increasingly on the...
Carla Schulze, executive chef at Luke Dale Roberts’ Salon in Cape Town, was announced Chef of the Year, while MERTIA in Stellenbosch was announced the Luxe Restaurant of the Year.
Afreximbank commits $8 billion to bolster SA’s economy
By Nosihle Shelembe
South Africa’s strategic partnership with the African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank) has unlocked a US$8 billion commitment to drive industrial growth, create jobs, and strengthen the economy by adding more value to South Africa’s natural resources.The commitment paves the way for expanding local...
Gauteng open for investment
The Gauteng Provincial Government says its approach to economic growth is firmly grounded in the reindustrialisation of Gauteng and the deliberate inclusion of township and local enterprises in the mainstream economy.
“Towards the end of 2025, South Africa’s labour market showed modest improvement, with national employment rising by almost a quarter...
Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya is testifying before the Madlanga Commission.
Lesufi welcomes boots on the ground to stamp out zama zamas
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s directive to deploy the SANDF to Gauteng to stamp out illegal mining and rising gang violence.
“We are pleased that these soldiers have already arrived in our province,” said the Premier, delivering the State of the Province Address on Monday at...
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.
Mahlobo embarks on strategic visit to Japan
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo is undertaking a high-level working visit to Japan to strengthen bilateral cooperation between South Africa and Japan in the water and sanitation sector.
The visit, from 23 – 27 February, builds on the longstanding partnership between the two countries and advances the existing Technical...
R760 million infrastructure investment to ease water woes
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says a R760 million infrastructure investment upgrade is underway in the city of Johannesburg to permanently resolve water issues.
Delivering the State of the Province Address at Nasrec in Johannesburg on Monday, the Premier said the upgrades will be implemented over a phased approach.
The...
After losing their childhood home and now watching their last remaining house burn to ashes, East London siblings Mpho Makoko and Vuyelwa Maseko say they have “lost everything.”
Two people sought in connection with a cash-in-transit robbery in Verulam on Monday have been killed in a shootout with KwaZulu-Natal police in Edenvale.
The suspects are accused of defrauding the Mpumalanga Education Department of over R113 million.
No injuries or damage to properties have been reported following Monday’s fire.
UCT study found that CIT networks are run by criminal cooperatives.