Stop using transformer oil on your body — it’s harmful and dangerous!

By Nomxolisi Mashiyi

There’s a worrying belief circulating in some communities that transformer oil can be used to treat health conditions like rheumatic arthritis. While it may seem like a harmless home remedy, the reality is far more dangerous to human health and the environment.

The Department of Forestry,...

Call to rebuild the nurturing family unit

Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Seiso Mohai has led an intergovernmental engagement on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) in Matjhabeng Local Municipality in the Free State.

Addressing the gathering, Mohai described GBVF as one of the most urgent social crises facing the country, saying it has...

Fire Reported at Lower Sabie in Kruger National Park

A fire was reported on Tuesday morning at Lower Sabie Rest Camp in the Kruger National Park, affecting the shop and restaurant. 

“The Ranger team and other staff members reacted quickly and managed to contain the fire before it could spread to other structures,” the South African National Parks (SANParks) said.

No injuries or...

Parliament pays tribute to veteran actress Cynthia Shange

The Presiding Officers of Parliament, National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza and National Council of Provinces Chairperson Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane, have expressed their deepest condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and the broader arts community, following the passing of multi-award-winning and internationally...

Government mourns the passing of iconic actress Cynthia Shange

The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie and Deputy Minister Peace Mabe have paid tribute to veteran actress, model and beauty queen Cynthia Shange, whose legacy spans decades of contributions to the country’s arts and culture, and to global representation.

They extended their heartfelt condolences to...

North West records progress in R2.19bn municipal infrastructure spending

The North West Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) has reported steady progress in the implementation and expenditure of the Municipal Infrastructure Grant (MIG), with notable gains in infrastructure delivery across the province.

In a statement issued on Monday, the department...

TBM launch signals a step towards water security for Gauteng and Lesotho

By Dikeledi Molobela

Mokhotlong, Lesotho – In a major step toward securing water supply for South Africa’s economic heartland, the second Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) was launched on Monday at the Polihali construction site, under Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project.  

Minister of Water and...

Justice Minister Kubayi engages legal sector on transformation

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi has emphasised that the transformation of the legal sector remains integral to sustaining South Africa’s democracy.On Monday, the Minister met with legal practitioners in a stakeholder engagement as part of government’s efforts to strengthen...