THURSDAY, 12 MARCH 2026, 18:52
In deep rural KwaZulu-Natal, a physiotherapist and a paraplegic peer supporter travel dusty roads to repair wheelchairs, counsel families and restore dignity to people with disabilities – one home visit at a time.
General Shibiri is currently facing cross-examination at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College.
Government reviews appeals for offshore oil, gas exploration projects
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, is proceeding with the determination of appeals lodged against several environmental authorisations granted for offshore oil and gas exploration projects.
“This decision is intended to avoid any further ‘decision paralysis’. We have a...
Johannesburg residents have been complaining on social media about a persistent, foul smell.
KZN Finance MEC tables R168.2bn provincial budget
KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers has tabled a R168.2 billion provincial budget for the 2026/27 financial year, emphasising fiscal discipline, improved governance, and the protection of frontline services.
Presenting the budget at the Provincial Legislature in Pietermaritzburg on Tuesday, Rodgers said the budget aims to...
Shibiri is facing cross-examination at the Commission in Pretoria.
Three senior Health Department officials suspended over fraud allegations
Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, has placed the department’s Director-General, Dr Sandile Buthelezi, on precautionary suspension.
Buthelezi – along with Deputy Director General of Tertiary Health and Hospital Services, Dr Malixole Percival Mahlati and Chief Financial Officer Phineas Phaswa Mamogale –...
Bellarmine Mugabe and Tobias Matonhdze are accused of shooting a 23-year-old gardener.
Public warned of fake messages of NPA head Adv Andy Mothibi
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has warned the public not to engage with fake social media accounts linked to the prosecutorial body’s head, Advocate Andy Mothibi.
“The [NPA] has noted with serious concern the re-emergence of incidents in which individuals are impersonating…Advocate Andy Mothibi, using...
Kenya, South Africa relations ‘forged in the fires of history’
The bonds of solidarity created during the liberation struggle that united South Africa and Kenya against apartheid now fuel an economic and diplomatic partnership “forged in the fires of history”.
This is according to Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong who delivered remarks at the Global South Africans...
Employment and Labour prioritise elimination of silicosis in non-mining sectors
The Department of Employment and Labour says eliminating silicosis in non-mining sectors remains a key priority as government works towards eradicating the occupational disease by 2030.
The Department’s Acting Deputy Director-General for Labour Policy and Industrial Relations, Thembinkosi Mkalipi,...
Victims were watching a soccer match when four armed men opened fire on them.
Latest GDP figures welcomed
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has welcomed the latest Statistics South Africa Gross Domestic Product (GDP) figures, which position the agricultural sector as the primary engine of South Africa’s economic resilience.
According to the latest data released by Statistics SA, South Africa’s GDP increased by 0.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025,...
As some families in Langa, Cape Town, struggle to keep up with the ever-increasing cost of school shoes for their children, three young entrepreneurship postgraduates have developed a groundbreaking innovation that could see school shoes lasting children a few extra years.
Deputy President to hand over land, title deeds
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will hand over land and title deeds to the Mtshoeni/Mtsweni family, also known as the Schulk Marhiqa Communal Property Association (CPA) in Mpumalanga, on Friday.
The Mtshoeni/Mtsweni family land claim comprises 18 households and 86 beneficiaries.
“The claimant family lived on the subject properties...
Call to establish task team to tackle Rustenburg water supply challenges
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo has directed that a joint task team be established between Rustenburg Local Municipality and Magalies Water to develop a comprehensive plan to ensure sustainable water provision for residents of Rustenburg.
Seitlholo issued the directive during a stakeholder...
Constitution critical for SA democracy – Kubayi
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has described the Constitution as a vital framework for the sustenance of democracy.
The Minister delivered a statement in the National Assembly on Tuesday on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
Citing the words...
Coordinated action needed to address Bojanala water supply challenges
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo has urged the Rustenburg and Moses Kotane Local Municipalities, the Bojanala District Municipality and Magalies Water to work together to address infrastructure failures and service delivery constraints affecting reliable water supply to communities.
Seitlholo...
SAWS issues advisory on heatwave
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned that the Western Cape and Northern Cape will experience very hot to extremely hot temperatures due to heat wave conditions this week.
“This follows a brief period of cooler weather. Heat wave conditions are characterised by prolonged periods (at least three consecutive days or more) of...
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.
SANRAL warns of road closures in Durban at uMngeni Interchange
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Ltd (SANRAL) has advised motorists of temporary road and lane closures associated with the replacement of bridge parapets at the uMngeni Interchange in Durban.
“As part of the bridge repair works, several temporary lane closures will be implemented at the interchange and on...