Du Noon fire victims rebuild homes, Gift of the Givers provides aid
The Department of Home Affairs has been called on to restore documents of Du Noon fire victims
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Mpumalanga communities urged to stay alert amid heavy rains
Communities are cautioned against outdoor activities near water sources.
Higher matric pass rate expected in 2025: Expert
Over one million candidates sat for the examinations, distributed among four assessment bodies.
Department monitors Kynsna water supply interventions
Department monitors Kynsna water supply interventions
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reassured the public that work is being done to stabilise the water supply and improve system resilience in Knysna and the broader Garden Route coastal route.
In a statement on Friday, the department said it noted with concern the escalating water supply challenges currently...
Four killed in crash near Ysterberg Mountain in LP
Three cars near Ysterberg Mountain crashed leading to the N1 being closed
Four suspects arrested for illegal firearm possession in Bojanala
The arrests are part of the police’s intensified efforts to curb illegal proliferation of firearms
Matric class of 2025 awaits results as provinces prepare for release
Nearly 900 000 Grade 12 learners across the country wrote the 2025 NSC exams.
Rain expected as a result of low-pressure system
Rain expected as a result of low-pressure system
A low-pressure system is expected to influence weather conditions over the north-eastern parts of the country, bringing significant rain and thunderstorms over the coming days, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) said.“The SAWS wishes to update the public on a low-pressure system currently located over the southern parts of...
Gauteng traffic police intensifies operations as holidaymakers return
Holidaymakers are making their way back into Gauteng following the festive season.
Blood stocks critically low as SANBS urges donors to act
The SANBS is particularly calling for group O and B blood donors.
Public Works terminates lease associated with “Cat” Matlala
Public Works terminates lease associated with “Cat” Matlala
Minister Dean Macpherson has confirmed that the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has terminated the lease agreement with Medicare 24 Tshwane District, linked to suspected criminal mastermind, Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.
This is in respect of a hospital facility situated in Pretoria West. According to the...
Oyster Bay fire under control, authorities monitor for flare-ups
No further bush fire flare-ups have been reported in Nelson Mandela Bay
SADTU slams KZN education dept over delayed school funds
SADTU called an urgent meeting with education officials to demand solutions before schools reopen.
Reconnaissance flight to assess Wemmershoek fire extent
Reconnaissance flight to assess Wemmershoek fire extent
As the fire in Wemmershoek, Franschhoek continues to burn out of control, the Cape Winelands District Municipality said a reconnaissance flight will be conducted to assess the full extent of the fire.“During the night, the fire spread rapidly down the mountain across a large area, threatening surrounding farms along the...
Progress made in containing Overstrand fires
Progress made in containing Overstrand fires
Firefighters remain on high alert for any signs of smoke or flames in the Overstrand area following fires in Pearly Beach and Standford in the Western Cape.In an update on Sunday morning, Overstrand Municipal Manager Dean O’Neill, said that good progress has been made along the border of Groeneweide and Panorama.“On Day 8, the Pearly...
Troubled Kuruman Hospital gets temporary 45-bed emergency facility
Construction of a permanent structure to deal with challenges at the facility will start soon.
News24 | Franschhoek fire spreads down mountain area, destroys building, tractor and threatens farms
Firefighters in the Cape Winelands Municipality are working around the clock to try and contain a wild blaze that broke out in the Langrug area of Franschhoek on Wednesday.
Man arrested for alleged rape of 95-year-old woman
The suspect was arrested and is expected to appear before the Nebo Magistrate’s Court on Monday.
Eskom’s power system remains stable
Eskom’s power system remains stable
As industries gradually resume operations following the festive break, Eskom says its power system remains stable and ready to meet the projected rise in electricity demand amid the heightened economic activity in the coming weeks.
“Eskom’s power system remains stable and ready to meet the projected rise in electricity demand amid the...
News24 | Firefighter crews make breakthrough at Pearly Beach, but Stanford blaze rages into fifth day
Firefighters in the Pearly Beach area have, for the first time in eight days, successfully contained the wildfire, marking a breakthrough for exhausted crews battling multiple blazes across the Overstrand Municipality.
Overstrand fires mostly contained, volunteers assist in Mossel Bay
Firefighters have been battling to contain a number of fires in the area over the last eight days.