Presidency notes latest ICJ order in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel

The Presidency has noted the latest order issued by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in the case brought by South Africa against Israel under the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide. 

On 21 May 2026, the ICJ issued an order setting a deadline of 22 November 2027...

Presidency outlines measures to address illegal migration

As concern over illegal migration grows, Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has reiterated that government is addressing the issue and implementing measures to protect the economic rights and interests of South Africans.

“We cannot allow the problem of illegal migration to threaten national security and social...

President Ramaphosa to host President of Kenya 

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday host Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto on a State Visit to South Africa, with the two leaders expected to strengthen bilateral relations, expand trade and investment opportunities, and advance cooperation on regional and continental priorities. The visit, taking place at the Union...

Correctional Services ready to take over Mangaung facility

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has assured Parliament that it is ready to assume full operational responsibility for the Mangaung Correctional Centre from the beginning of next month.

The department’s 25-year public-private partnership with Bloemfontein Correctional Contracts will conclude at the end of...

Western Cape schools in Eden and Central Karoo close amid severe weather warnings

The Western Cape Education Department has announced the temporary closure of all public ordinary and special needs schools in the Eden and Central Karoo Education Districts on Wednesday and Thursday due to severe weather conditions forecast for the region.

The decision was taken in the interests of...

SA Law Reform Commission to celebrate Justice Mokgoro legacy in essay competition

The South African Law Reform Commission (SALRC) has issued a call for entries for this year’s Legal Essay Writing Competition.

The competition is aimed at young legal minds pursuing LLB or LLM qualifications in South Africa.

“[From] this season onwards and for the next five years of the competition,...

KZN police warn against distribution of statements inciting violence

Police in KwaZulu-Natal have issued a stern warning to residents to refrain from posting, distributing and sharing voice messages or social media posts, commenting on social media posts, or making statements on any public platform that promote violence or destruction of property.

According to the South African...

Eskom to strengthen forensic capabilities

Eskom says it is advancing its forensic investigations backlog project with the issuing of an Invitation to Tender/Request for Proposal for the provision of forensic and anti-corruption services.

The selected panel of service providers will be expected to begin work at the power utility from September this year for a period of 18...

Work continues to improve young people’s access to the labour market 

As the country commemorates Youth Month in June government continues to work towards improving young people’s access to the labour market and economy, Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli said.“South Africans are …asking for work that can be seen, felt and trusted. Essentially, South Africans...

Telkom posts R44.5 billion in revenue as data-led growth gains momentum

Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi has welcomed Telkom SOC Limited’s annual results, which showed revenue of R44.5 billion and continued growth in its data-driven business, including an increase in mobile subscribers to 25 million.

The performance was reported in Telkom’s annual...

SAWS advises of cold, wet and windy conditions

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of widespread bitterly cold, wet, and windy conditions across several provinces, while light snowfall is expected over the higher mountains of the Cape provinces and Drakensberg mountains. 

This is due to a Cut-Off Low (COL) pressure system that is expected to significantly affect the...