Level 9 warning for disruptive rain issued in Mpumalanga, Limpopo
Orange Level 6 warning is also in place for the escarpment of Mpumalanga and Limpopo.
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KZN Education confirms readiness issues days before schools reopen
The department says it’s working around the clock with unions to mitigate the impact
Strong winds fuel fire flare-ups in Kouga and Mandela Bay
Both municipalities have assured residents that the fires are not out of control.
Search operation continues for missing 17-year-old at Vaal River
The teenager disappeared during a Vaal boat cruise
News24 | Monday’s weather: Rain, floods, hot and uncomfortable conditions for SA
Monday will be a mix of weather conditions across the country, with disruptive rainfall expected in parts of the country while the Eastern and Western Cape will face a heatwave with uncomfortable conditions, according to the South African Weather Service.
SA borders under strain as festive season return rush peaks: BMA
BMA’s Masiapato says more than 25 000 travellers are being processed daily at Beitbridge alone.
Tshwane Substation fails again, prolonging East Pretoria blackout
Koedoespoort Substation went down last month and left residents without electricity for 12 days.
News24 | Universities to receive matric results only 24 hours before official release
In a bid to protect the integrity of the 2025 National Senior Certificate exam processes, the Department of Basic Education will only release the results to Universities South Africa and the media 24 hours before the official release.
News24 | Family anguished as search continues for teen who went missing on Vaal River boat outing
The family of Thomas Junior Sithole say they are living a nightmare as police continue searching the Vaal River for the teenager who went missing after falling off a boat during an outing with friends on Friday evening.
Day Zero looms as Knysna issues water consumption warning
Below-average rainfall, failing infrastructure, and rising demand have strained water supply.
Man arrested after alleged assault, rape of elderly woman in Limpopo
Mashaba says the suspect is expected to appear before the Nebo magistrate court on Monday
Severe weather forces closure of Pafuri, Giriyondo border posts
Severe weather conditions have forced the temporary closure of the Pafuri and Giriyondo Border Posts
Fire crews contain flames in Nelson Mandela Bay Metro
However, Nelson Mandela Bay Metro says there have been fire flare ups in the Wedgewood Golf Estate.
Traffic backs up at Limpopo N1 toll gates after fatal crash
The N1 North remains closed for traffic near the Ysterberg Mountain outside Polokwane after a crash
Zinplex slams SAHPRA warning on children’s Zinc supplements
Zinplex says their products are formulated by healthcare professionals, including pharmacists
President Ramaphosa to attend UAE summit
President Ramaphosa to attend UAE summit
President Cyril Ramaphosa will participate in the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday.
The President will undertake an official visit to the UAE from 12-13 January 2026 at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE.
“The ADSW summit brings together...
Western Cape Education ready for the 2026 school year
Western Cape Education ready for the 2026 school year
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has expressed its readiness for the 2026 academic year, with schools set to reopen on Wednesday, 14 January.
“The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is prepared and ready for the start of the 2026 school year. Educators and school-based staff will return on Monday, 12 January...
Gwarube sends well wishes to matric class of 2025 ahead of results
Gwarube says all learners from the matric class of 2025 should be proud of their hard work.
Minister condemns social media misinformation
Minister condemns social media misinformation
Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has condemned the photoshopping of her X account with vulgar images and misinformation as not only distasteful, but also shameful.
“In a country that is battling with a scourge of gender-based violence, the continued use of sexual images to tarnish women is deplorable at the least. The...
Department to continue work to create employment opportunities
Department to continue work to create employment opportunities
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) will continue to work with municipalities and stakeholders to create much-needed work opportunities for poor and unemployed South Africans through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP).
This is according to Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts, who concluded...
Deputy Minister emphasises importance of community-run organisations
Deputy Minister emphasises importance of community-run organisations
Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, has emphasised the importance of community-run and faith-based organisations in helping to move the country forward.
“Across South Africa, community-run and faith-based organisations quietly carry a heavy responsibility, often with limited resources, yet with...