TUESDAY, 17 FEBRUARY 2026, 16:51
South Africa will deploy advanced technology, including artificial intelligence and data analytics, to crack down on counterfeit and illicit goods, President Cyril Ramaphosa said in his 2026 State of the Nation address. “We are establishing a National Illicit Economy Disruption Programme that brings together key state agencies and other stakeholders, including the private sector,” Ramaphosa […]
The theme for the 29th edition of the event is “Pioneers of Motoring”.
President Cyril Ramaphosa declared foot and mouth disease a national disaster at the SONA 2026.
PanSalb expressed gratitude to President Ramaphosa’s for featuring a Khoisan praise singer.
MISA will continue to monitor and support municipalities infrastructure recovery and stabilisation.
The African Union is pushing for a more sustainable approach to addressing the water crisis.
Mbalula described Bolana as a devoted spiritual leader who played a significant role.
The suspects were apprehended during Operation Shanela across five districts.
SASSA is urging all beneficiaries not to hide any information or defraud the government.
The outbreak in the province is critical, with a prevalence of 70 to 80%.
Urgent action needed in South Sudan, says President Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for “urgent and unified action” to move South Sudan towards a path of peace and stability.
The President delivered opening remarks at the meeting of the African Union (AU) Ad-hoc High Level Committee for South Sudan (C5) Plus Summit.
The meeting was convened on the sidelines of the...
Youth member Dumisani Ntloko spoke of his guidance, humility, and unwavering faith
The suspect is expected to appear at Atteridgeville Magistrates Court on Monday.
President Ramaphosa briefs AU on G20 Leaders’ Summit outcomes
The success of South Africa’s G20 Presidency has been hailed as both a national triumph and a powerful testament to Africa’s capacity for global leadership.
This according to President Cyril Ramaphosa, who briefed the African Union’s 39th Ordinary Session of the African National Assembly of Heads of State and Government...
The municipality says this is despite difficult conditions including strong winds.
Rhema has played a significant role in faith-based social development, national dialogue
Eskom powers on
Eskom has continued to sustain positive momentum, as the power utility marked more than 270 days without load shedding.
Load shedding was last implemented in April and May 2025.
“South Africa’s power system continues to show sustained stability, supported by ongoing improvements in plant performance and the successful implementation of the Generation Recovery...
Bolana has been accorded a Special Provincial Official Category 2 funeral.
Mkhondo municipality fuel tender faces scrutiny
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) will investigate allegations of maladministration and irregular expenditure in relation to a fuel supply tender at the Mkhondo Local Municipality in Mpumalanga.
The corruption busting unit is authorised to probe the allegations under Proclamation 309 of 2026 signed by President Cyril...
President Ramaphosa delivers assessment on African security challenges
President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned that worsening conflicts, unconstitutional changes of government and humanitarian crises threaten to reverse Africa’s democratic and developmental gains.
The President delivered remarks on the report of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council at the 39th Ordinary...
SAFTU and NUPSAW say 3 000 health workers were given permanent contracts