Fuels industry pivotal to powering SA’s economy

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has called on the fuels industry to deepen collaboration with government as the State builds economic prosperity for South Africa.

The Minister was speaking at the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa Annual Imbizo held at the Sandton Convention Centre this week.

“We recognise that the fuel...

Home Affairs confirms repatriation of Nigerian nationals 

The Department of Home Affairs on Thursday confirmed that it has processed 586 Nigerian nationals for repatriation after they were found to be residing in South Africa illegally. In its statement, the department said the first repatriation flight departed on Thursday morning, 11 June 2026, carrying 268 passengers. “All...

TVET pathways key to youth employment and professional inclusion

Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, says Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates represent the bridge South Africa needs to connect skills development with economic opportunity.Addressing young built-environment professionals...

PeWG-backed service delivery gains boost investment in eThekwini

Improved service delivery and infrastructure investment, backed by the Presidential eThekwini Working Group (PeWG), are helping restore business confidence in eThekwini, unlocking major private-sector investment and supporting job creation.

The city’s interventions in electricity, water and sanitation are...

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...

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...

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...