FRIDAY, 12 JUNE 2026, 14:37
Letsike calls for safe and accessible development
Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, has warned that development cannot be considered genuine progress if it results in unsafe, inaccessible, and unequal spaces.Letsike made the remarks while addressing the Institute of Building Inspectors Youth Sector Business...
The state alleges accused number six William Shokane was overheard making remarks about witnesses.
Charges against Makgotloe having been elevated from a Schedule 1 to a Schedule 5 offence.
Case involving seven accused in the murders of AKA and Tibz has been postponed.
Nation urged to unite behind Bafana Bafana as World Cup excitement returns
As South Africans count down the hours to Bafana Bafana’s highly anticipated clash against Mexico tonight, eThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba has called on the nation to rally behind the national team and embrace the spirit that united the country during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
A wave of excitement is...
Call to do more to rid world of TB -Mashatile
While South Africa has made progress in fighting tuberculosis (TB), as part of Government’s priority to ensure access to effective healthcare, Deputy President Paul Mashtile has called for more action to rid the world of the disease.
“I fully agree with the Minister’s [Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi] sentiment that ending...
Madlanga Commission dons Bafana jersey ahead of World Cup game
In support of the Bafana Bafana opening match against Mexico at the FIFA World Cup, the Madlanga Commission on Thursday donned their Bafana jerseys.“As you all see, today we, the entire Commission, are donning the Bafana Bafana jersey. Since today is the opening of Bafana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, it is fitting...
Pre-2009 qualifications remain valid, says Manamela
Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has moved to reassure South Africans that qualifications obtained before 2009 remain valid and continue to be officially recognised, despite ongoing reforms to the country’s qualifications system.
Addressing a media briefing on developments relating to the National Qualifications...
Zimbabwean truck driver gets 20 years imprisonment for smuggle explosives worth R1 million
Mashaba says he knew by Thursday night that a possible drug trafficking will happen on Friday
Heartbreak for Bafana Bafana
Heartbreak was the order of the day for Bafana Bafana who went down 2-0 to Mexico at the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match, on Thursday night.The loss took place at the iconic Estadio Azteca, following the 9pm kick off, which saw Captain Ronwen Williams lead his teammates onto the pitch in Mexico City.Stepping onto the pitch has been a journey of four...
Johannesburg City mayor Dada Morero aims to address service delivery issues at root level
Twelve people were killed a shooting incident in the Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland.
Government announces transitional arrangements to advance modern occupational qualifications
Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has announced a series of transitional arrangements aimed at modernising South Africa’s qualifications system, while ensuring continuity for learners, training providers and employers.
Speaking at a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday,...
Well wishes for Bafana Bafana
With just hours to go to the opening match of the FIFA World Cup, Gauteng MEC of Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Lebogang Maile has wished Bafana Bafana well for the tournament.“Tonight, the hopes and dreams of millions of South Africans will travel across the Atlantic to Mexico City, where our beloved Bafana Bafana will take on the...
Government backs home-grown battery innovator with global ambitions
South Africa’s growing potential in advanced manufacturing and clean technology took centre stage on Wednesday as Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Alexandra Abrahams visited Cape Town-based battery technology company Balancell.
The visit forms part of government’s efforts to support innovative local...
Twelve people were killed a shooting incident in the Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland.
They demand justice for Gcina Dhladhla, who died at Cartrack in Rosebank; post-mortem pending.
Clean air is a human right
Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts has reaffirmed government’s commitment to tackling air pollution, describing clean air as a fundamental human right and calling for stronger collaboration to improve conditions in South Africa’s most polluted regions.
Speaking at a Government-NGO dialogue on air quality in the Highveld...
They face several charges including double murder, conspiracy to commit murder and attempted murder.
Deputy Minister to join fans at Bafana watch party
With Bafana Bafana kicking off the search for victory at the FIFA Soccer World Cup tonight, Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), Peace Mabe, in partnership with Honor, will join fans and attend the first world cup watch party event.As the senior men’s national team will square off against Mexico, the Minister will...