
Ekurhuleni mayor denies alleged link to former auditor’s death
Mayor Xhakaza denies interfering in probes after ex-auditor Mafole’s murder over tender report.
SUNDAY, 25 JANUARY 2026, 09:34

Mayor Xhakaza denies interfering in probes after ex-auditor Mafole’s murder over tender report.

Thabiso Radebe urges stronger learner safety measures after 14 pupils die in Vaal crash.

City dismisses social media water scare, confirming daily tests show supply is safe.
Public warned against using transformer oil on the body
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment (DFFE) has urged the public to refrain from applying transformer oil or any other electrical equipment oil to the body or for any other non-industrial purpose.
Such oils may contain Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) – toxic chemicals that pose serious risks to human health...
Government supports 9.2 million social grant beneficiaries
Government continues to support vulnerable households by contributing to poverty alleviation and reducing inequality through the administration of social grants by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA).
These efforts are demonstrated by the disbursement of 9.2 million social grants to beneficiaries, providing a...

Cholota was extradited from the US in 2024 to face corruption and money laundering charges.

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma says over 40 learners have been put on a waiting list.
Economic recovery continues to improve steadily
While government’s efforts to support economic recovery are gaining momentum, more need to be done to significantly reduce unemployment.
This is according to the Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa.
“South Africa is making progress, but more must be done to ensure economic recovery...

ANC Veterans League member, Kedibone Mogotsi is attending the 14 learners’ memorial service.

KZN police have re-enlisted 59 experienced detectives to bolster crime fighting in the province
eThekwini Municipality calls for arts and culture grant-in-aid applications
The eThekwini Municipality’s Recreation and Parks Directorate has invited registered and eligible non-profit organisations (NPOs), non-government organisations (NGOs) and non-profit companies (NPCs) in the performing arts and culture sectors to apply for Grant-In-Aid (GIA) funding for the 2025/26 financial...

Fourteen learners died when a scholar transport minibus collided with a truck in Vanderbijlpark.

EC Dept of Education confirms that third teacher who was shot at Ntabankulu Primary has passed away
Employment and Labour moves to close compliance gaps, expand worker protections
The Department of Employment and Labour has taken decisive steps to strengthen worker protections and close long-standing compliance gaps across key sectors, including security, municipalities and the creative industries.
In a statement on Thursday, the department said it has officially withdrawn the...
Employment and Labour moves to bolster worker protection
The Department of Employment and Labour has taken decisive steps to strengthen worker protection and close long-standing compliance gaps across key sectors, including security, municipalities and the creative industries.
In a statement on Thursday, the department said it has officially withdrawn the 2003 Variation Notice that...

The Constitutional Court is delivering judgment on Moroadi Cholota’s extradition.
NSFAS approves funding for over 626 000 first-time applicants
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has approved funding for 626 935 first-time applicants, while 427 144 continuing university students have met the progression criteria for support.
Briefing the media on the state of the Post-School Education and Training (PSET) sector and readiness for the 2026 academic...

The department says no South African learner has been denied space due to space in a school.

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial returns to the High Court in Pretoria.

Parents have expressed frustration and anger over the closure of Lenasia Model Primary School
SA to champion African water investment agenda at global talks in Dakar
Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina will represent South Africa at a high-level international meeting in Dakar, Senegal, as preparations intensify for the 2026 United Nations Water Conference.
The High-Level Preparatory Meeting, taking place from 26 – 27 January 2025, will set the direction for the...