Former SARS Commissioner Oupa Magashula dies at 63
Magashula served South Africa with distinction in both private and public sectors.
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Gauteng activist honoured for sheltering GBV survivors in her home
Gender-based Violence (GBV) activist Cynthia Dinalane received a South African Heroes Award.
Cape Winelands firefighters dousing Witzenberg blaze
Hot weather hampering efforts to put out the fire Witzenberg side of the Matroosberg mountains.
Two fatally shot near Athlone Magistrate’s Court in Cape Town
Police say a 32-year-old man was fatally wounded while sitting in a car outside the court.
IPHC congregants outside court in support of leader Sandlana
Hundreds of IPHC congregants have gathered outside court to support their leader, Michael Sandlana
Four Mpumalanga municipalities register large number of malaria cases
The Department of Health has visited Matsulu to raise awareness.
Health Ombud reveals systemic failures in healthcare following patient deaths
Health Ombud reveals systemic failures in healthcare following patient deaths
In a report released today, Health Ombud Professor Taole Mokoena, revealed findings from two investigations that uncover systemic failures and tragic lapses in the country’s healthcare system.
The reports focused on the deaths of two patients – Pitsi Eliphuz Ramphele at the government-run Pietersburg...
National Treasury avails R2.2 billion for Ithala repayments
National Treasury avails R2.2 billion for Ithala repayments
The National Treasury has announced that it will allocate up to R2.2 billion to enable the repayment of depositors of Ithala SOC Limited (“Ithala”) starting on 8 December 2025.
This decision follows months of intensive intergovernmental engagements involving the Office of the President, National Treasury, and the...
Two bodies discovered in KZN after floods
Three people were reported missing when a river swept away an informal settlement in KZN.
South Africa must build skills for a Just Energy Transition
South Africa must build skills for a Just Energy Transition
South Africa’s transition to cleaner, affordable and more sustainable energy will only succeed if the country develops the skills required to power new industries and ensure young people are not left behind.
Acting Director-General of Higher Education and Training, Thembisa Futshane, made the remarks during Climate Talk...
Bodyguards suspected of escorting “KT” Molefe arrested outside court
The two bodyguards aged 24 and 36 were found carrying two semi-automatic rifles.
SA–Mozambique Bi-National Commission closes on a high note
SA–Mozambique Bi-National Commission closes on a high note
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa and Mozambique are entering a new era of deeper cooperation, shared prosperity and renewed solidarity, following the successful conclusion of the 4th Session of the South Africa–Mozambique Bi-National Commission (BNC).
Addressing the media, alongside President Daniel Chapo,...
SA–Mozambique energy cooperation set to deepen as countries expand electricity partnerships
SA–Mozambique energy cooperation set to deepen as countries expand electricity partnerships
Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, says Pretoria and Maputo are poised to significantly deepen energy cooperation as both countries work to strengthen economic and strategic ties under the fourth South Africa–Mozambique Bi-National Commission (BNC).
Speaking in...
Meyiwa Trial adjourns as Mnisi cites not being in right mental state
Security measures are in place, but Mnisi says conspiracy claims have left him unable to proceed.
Batohi’s legal team wants Nkabinde Inquiry terms of reference amended
They suggested that a charge of misconduct be added to the list.
Thulasizwe Buthelezi re-appointed as AmaZulu Traditional PM
The King says Buthelezi will offer leadership and oversee administrative affairs of the Zulu Kingdom
Macpherson welcomes growth in the construction sector
Macpherson welcomes growth in the construction sector
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has welcomed the latest third-quarter economic data from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), which shows the first signs of growth of 0.1% in the construction sector after three consecutive quarters of decline.
This follows the Quarterly Labour Force Survey for the third...
Economic transformation non-negotiable, says Trade Minister
Economic transformation non-negotiable, says Trade Minister
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has reaffirmed that South Africa’s economic transformation is “a constitutional and moral imperative” – warning that slow progress, non-compliance and fronting continue to undermine efforts to redress apartheid’s economic legacy.
Addressing a National Council of Provinces...
‘US funding cuts shouldn’t derail SA’s HIV vaccine development’
Ely says local partnerships are keeping HIV vaccine work alive despite slow progress
SAPS concludes the 93rd Interpol General Assembly in Morocco
SAPS concludes the 93rd Interpol General Assembly in Morocco
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has concluded its participation in the 93rd Session of the Interpol General Assembly held in Marrakech, Morocco, recently.
The global meeting brought together delegates from 164 of the 196 member countries to discuss international policing priorities and adopt resolutions that will...
Mkhwanazi tells Commission about his relationship with ‘Cat’ Matlala
Commissioner Mkhwanazi has taken to the stand at the Madlanga Commission.