TUESDAY, 24 MARCH 2026, 19:05
Government implements measures to improve operations in psychiatric unit
The Gauteng provincial government is addressing operational inefficiencies identified at the psychiatric unit at Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital, following the death of a patient in a fire.
The inefficiencies at the hospital are being addressed through increasing capacity, strengthening security,...
Countdown to 2026 Hollywoodbets Durban July begins
The countdown to Africa’s most prestigious horse racing and lifestyle event has officially begun, with preparations gaining momentum, following the reveal of the theme for the 2026 edition of the Hollywoodbets Durban July.The glitzy affair is set to take place on 4 July at the Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse in...
President Cyril Ramophosa will give the keynote address at the San reburial ceremony
The oversight aims to assess operational readiness and personnel deployment amongst others
The inquest looking into the deaths of the Cradock Four resumes.
Avon project brings water relief to Ga-Seakamela community
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has officially handed over the completed Avon Water Project in the Blouberg Local Municipality, within the Capricorn District Municipality in Limpopo, bringing much-needed water services to the Ga-Seakamela community.The R22.9 million project, funded through the Water Services...
Home Affairs, BMA conducts oversight visit at Beitbridge
Home Affairs Minister, Dr Leon Schreiber, together with the Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, are today conducting a ministerial oversight visit to the Beitbridge Port of Entry.Monday’s visit to the border in Limpopo, forms part of the BMA’s preparations for the upcoming Easter...
SAPS raids properties linked to suspected criminal activities
As part of ongoing efforts to combat motor vehicle theft, the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Tshwane conducted targeted operations, which led to the raid of three properties linked to suspected criminal activities.
“On Thursday, members of the Vehicle Crime Investigation Unit (VCIU) carried out an...
Long-distance trains to return in 2027, but funding for locomotives is unclear.
She was sceptical about Liyema entering Big Brother Mzansi both times, but trusted her daughter to chase her dreams. The proud mother is now rewarded with pride, and she tells Drum all about it.
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.
Kennedy Road residents avert disaster after fire breaks out
Dozens of lives and several homes were saved at the Kennedy Road informal settlement, west of Durban, after residents used recently acquired fire safety skills to contain a fast-spreading blaze.Community members trained in fire safety and disaster risk reduction acted as first responders, bringing the fire under control...
Deputy President to attend World TB Day commemorative event
The Chairperson of the South African National AIDS Council (SANAC), Deputy President Paul Mashatile, will deliver the keynote address on Tuesday, at the national World TB Day commemorative event at Caledon Sports Grounds, Ian Toerin Way, Overberg District, Western Cape Province.
“South Africa remains one of the hardest...
dtic lauds the implementation of the Furniture Industry Masterplan
Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Alexandra Abrahams has commended key stakeholders for the significant progress made so far in the implementation of the sector Furniture Industry Masterplan.
She was speaking at an Executive Oversight Committee meeting to review progress in the implementation of the...
Sergeant Fannie Nkosi will continue his testimony before the Madlanga Commission in Pretoria
The first body in the Ekapa Mine retrieval operation was reported, last week Monday.
SAWS has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Gauteng, excluding the City of Tshwane on Monday
Gauteng Health has teamed up with debt collectors to recover outstanding patient fees from patients
Human Rights: A call to embody the Constitution
As Human Rights Month draws to a close, South Africa should never let the sun set on inclusive human rights for all its people if it is to fully embody and honour the Constitution.
This year’s Human Rights Month is observed under the theme: “Bill of Rights at 30: Making Human Dignity Real”, marking 30 years of the Constitution.
“In...
Over 200 volunteers cleaned up Robben Island to preserve the key heritage site
Political activists were murdered by the apartheid security forces outside Gqeberha in 1985.