WEDNESDAY, 21 JANUARY 2026, 08:59
Collective action needed to curb school violence, says Minister Gwarube
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has called on parents, communities and government to work together to curb violence in schools, stressing that learner safety is fundamental to quality education.
“Both parents and the community need to work together in curbing violence. This can only be achieved as a...
Labour dept speeds up claims processing for deceased Pinetown worker
The Department of Employment and Labour has confirmed that the benefits of the widow of a deceased Pinetown worker are being processed and will be paid in less than a month.
This after Minister Nomakhosazana Meth learnt of the tragic passing of 59-year old Phila Mntambo, who was an employee at Steelbank Merchants...
Eight Milnerton High School learners are expected to appear in court on Tuesday.
A minibus used as scholar transport and truck collided, claiming the lives of 14 learners on Monday.
Defence witness Sifiso Gwabini Zungu has alleged that he was assaulted following his 2020 arrest.
Ramaphosa assessed flood damage as over 1 300 homes were hit, while authorities monitor heavy rains.
A scholar transport vehicle carrying pupils collided with a a truck this morning.
The crash in that happened in Vanderbijlpark claimed the lives of 13 learners.
Five men are currently on trial for the 2014 murder of the Bafana Bafana captain.
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SANSA has put out a warning for elevated geomagnetic storm activity to affect the earth on Tuesday
Municipal spokesperson Jo Anne Otto says very strong winds are driving the fire line.
Officials have also reported suspected cases in parts of the Xhariep District.
Scholar transport vehicle with nine children crashed into tree in Pinetown.
Committee rejects Paul O’Sullivan’s bid to testify virtually, insisting on in-person appearance.
Fossil fuels such as oil and coal are major contributors to climate change and global warming.
Frustrated passengers learned flights to and from the airport were delayed until later today.
President Ramaphosa assesses flood damage, calls for stronger disaster response
President Cyril Ramaphosa says leadership must be visible and present when communities are in distress, as government intensifies its response to devastating floods that have led to loss of life, destroyed infrastructure, displaced families and disrupted schooling across several provinces.
The President...
DHET shifts to Central Application Service for 2026 academic year
The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has announced that the Central Application Clearing House (CACH) will not be implemented for the 2026 academic year for the Class of 2025 and beyond.
In a statement issued on Monday, the department said the decision forms part of a broader reform of the...
Basic Education Minister saddened by fatal scholar transport accident
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has expressed deep sadness following a tragic motor vehicle accident that occurred on Monday morning, involving a vehicle transporting learners to school, in which several learners lost their lives.
The Minister extended her heartfelt condolences to the families, friends,...
Mayor Radebe says pressure on drivers to meet tight schedules is contributing to reckless driving.