City Power warns against harassment, intimidation of its technicians
Mangena says the incident was aimed at interfering with their work and instigating violence.
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First ever G20 Leaders’ Summit on African soil kicks off
First ever G20 Leaders’ Summit on African soil kicks off
A historic moment is unfolding in Johannesburg today as the world turns its eyes to Africa.
For the first time ever, the G20 Leaders’ Summit is being held on African soil.
South Africa – and by extension the continent – is poised to centre its priorities and those of the Global South on the global agenda like never...
Joburg EMS issues storm warning amid G20 summit
Johannesburg, are also advised to use alternate routes due to a hard lockdown
Private sector commits billions to Africa’s clean energy transition
Private sector commits billions to Africa’s clean energy transition
Major private sector players have announced billions in new investment to accelerate Africa’s clean energy transition, unveiling ambitious commitments at the Global Citizen Scaling Up Renewables in Africa event on Friday.
The pledging session, led by Sabrina Dhowre Elba — activist, CEO and chair of the Global...
South Africa, UK raise US$11.34bn to boost fight against HIV, TB and Malaria
South Africa, UK raise US$11.34bn to boost fight against HIV, TB and Malaria
The Global Fund Eighth Replenishment Summit has concluded with pledges reaching some US$11.34 billion to bolster the fight against HIV, tuberculosis and malaria.
President Cyril Ramaphosa – co-hosted the summit alongside United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer – announced the outcome at final Summit...
SAPS deploys 3,560 new constables for festive season
SAPS has strengthened its frontline policing capacity with the deployment of nearly 3560 personnel.
Eastern Cape cops accused of turning blind eye to rape, murder cases
They are calling on the government to take action as vulnerable women and elderly are victims.
President Ramaphosa pushes for implementation of Africa’s renewable energy pledges
President Ramaphosa pushes for implementation of Africa’s renewable energy pledges
President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the billions pledged to expand renewable energy across Africa, while emphasising that the real test will lie in implementation and in ensuring that the funds are spent on the right people.
“The funding pledged today is only the first step. The real test will...
EU pledges €7 billion to boost Africa’s renewable energy rollout
EU pledges €7 billion to boost Africa’s renewable energy rollout
The European Union has announced a new €7 billion pledge to accelerate renewable energy rollout across Africa, marking one of the largest commitments to the continent’s clean-power transition ahead of this weekend’s G20 Leaders’ Summit.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled the pledge during the...
UN calls for acceleration of climate finance ahead of G20
UN calls for acceleration of climate finance ahead of G20
United Nations (UN) Secretary-General, António Guterres, has urged developed nations to urgently accelerate climate finance to developing countries to deal with the unavoidable climate impacts that threaten to devastate vulnerable communities.
Addressing a media briefing on Friday in Johannesburg, ahead of the Group Twenty...
Chikunga welcomes GBV national-disaster declaration
Research shows that 1 in 3 women are abused, in South Africa
Thunderstorms expected in Gauteng ahead of G20 Summit
Forecaster Lehlohonolo Thobela says Gauteng will experience a partly cloudy day on Sunday.
Lekompo artist Shebe Maburna’s bail application postponed
His friend, Kwenisto Makgakga, says the fans should support the musician peacefully.
Nkabinde Inquiry postponed to Monday following challenges
Andrew Chauke is accused of failing to prosecute cases involving politically connected individual.
Ekurhuleni officer probed over cash-and-carry warehousing ownership
Xhakaza says disciplinary processes will be instituted against the officer.
Women for Change welcomes GBV national-disaster declaration
Women For Change supports social activists partaking in various demonstrations across the c
Action can proceed before commission completes its work: Kubayi
Kubayi says there’s nothing prohibiting the law from taking its course.
Acting Police minister welcomes more than 3 000 new police constables
Acting Police minister welcomes more than 3 000 new police constables
Acting Police Minister Prof Firoz Cachalia today welcomed 3 558 newly qualified police constables who completed their training at various South African Police Service (SAPS) academies in the country.
The passing out parades were conducted simultaneously at various police academies.
Of the total number, 2 036...
Deputy President meets with Zimbabwean Vice-President
Deputy President meets with Zimbabwean Vice-President
Deputy President Paul Mashatile on Friday met with Dr Constantino Chiwenga, the First Vice-President of Zimbabwe.The meeting took place at the Catalyst Hotel in Sandton on the sidelines of the Group of 20 (G20) Leaders’ Summit, which is scheduled to begin on Saturday, 22 November 2025, at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg,...
Basic Education publishes proposed amendments to school calendar policy
Basic Education publishes proposed amendments to school calendar policy
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has published proposed amendments to the School Calendar Policy aimed at strengthening national coherence, simplifying implementation, and ensuring a streamlined framework for determining school term dates across all nine provinces.
In a statement on Friday, the DBE said...
Media ready for rolling coverage of G20 Summit at Nasrec
Security is stringent and there are multiple checkpoints for the media.