FRIDAY, 17 APRIL 2026, 01:22
NC strategically placed to be South Africa’s next growth region
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has described the Northern Cape as strategically positioned to become South Africa’s next major growth region.
Addressing the second day of the Northern Cape Investment and Jobs Conference in Kimberley, Tau said the global race for green hydrogen is no longer...
Federal police say the gang was liable for other kidnappings and armed robbery across the region.
KZN digital access programme to boost learning
KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers has launched the Provincial Treasury Digital Access Programme (DAP), an initiative aimed at expanding access to digital learning tools and infrastructure, with a particular focus on schools in rural and under-resourced communities.The programme, unveiled on Monday at the Sizani Combined...
Talks on efforts to accelerate climate change adaptation underway
The Government of South Africa is hosting representatives from Kenya, Ghana, and the Netherlands in Johannesburg for discussions on strengthening national action to adapt to climate change impacts.
“Successful adaptation requires an integrated approach. This includes factors that turn adaptation planning into...
Motorists are urged to exercise caution when transporting children.
Alleged TERS fraudster has assets preserved
The Special Investigating Unit has secured preservation orders for assets belonging to Nako Mang Trading Enterprise CC after the company allegedly submitted R19 million worth of fraudulent claims to the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) under the COVID-19Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS).The claims were discovered by the...
Rewriting the Northern Cape’s economic story
Emerging opportunities in an era where the global economy is experiencing structural changes could pave way for the Northern Cape to write a new economic story for its people.This is according to Department of Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau who delivered the keynote address at the Northern Cape Investment and Job...
Withdrawal of legal challenge of online verification service fees welcomed
The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, has welcomed the decision by the Association of Comms and Technology (ACT) to withdraw its court application challenging fee corrections related to the department’s Online Verification Service (OVS).
ACT had filed legal papers in December 2025 in the Gauteng...
PIC housing development investment advances spatial transformation
The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) invested in the Divercity housing development in central Cape Town to demonstrate its commitment to investing in projects that bring people closer to economic opportunities.
“This is about more than buildings. It is about making cities work better for people, so that living...
The gathering aims to strengthen the country’s ability to prevent, prepare and respond to disasters.
Driving inclusive growth through local economic development
By William Baloyi“Sustainable development is the pathway to the future we want for all.” As former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon reminds us, this is not merely an aspiration, it is an urgent call to action.It challenges governments to act with urgency and purpose to grow the economy, advance social...
EMPD Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi’s appearance at Madlanga Inquiry was postponed last month.
Some psychiatric patients died after they were moved from Life Esidimeni to NGOs.
The suspect faces a rape charge for allegedly raping the teenager on Good Friday.
Kruger at 100: A South African conversation story
By Niko Allie For many South Africans, the Kruger National Park (KNP), affectionally known as Kruger to many, has been our window into the wild. Every visit to this iconic national treasure is an opportunity to interact with nature and possibly view the Big 5.
On 31 May 2026, the Kruger National Park reaches a historic milestone,...
Ten others have been injured in the head-on collision outside Louis Trichardt.
Sixth South Africa Investment Conference Drives Economic Growth and Job Creation
By William Baloyi When a new factory opens its doors, its impact reaches far beyond the production line. It acts as a spark for an economic chain reaction that breathes life into the surrounding community. What starts as a single investment quickly creates a wave of opportunities, enabling households...
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.
South Africa calls for stronger global cooperation in addressing population dynamics
South Africa has called for renewed global cooperation to advance dignity, equality and sustainable development, as world leaders gather to address the challenges of a rapidly changing global landscape.
Delivering the country’s statement at the 59th session of the United Nations Commission on...
In our previous article, we explored how smartphone filmmaking is unlocking creativity across Africa, giving more people the tools to tell their stories and participate in the global creative economy. But access was only the starting point. Today, we are witnessing a deeper shift, one where the combination of mobile technology, accessible media platforms, and […]
Martha Rantsofu was shot execution style while at a tyre shop in Vanderbijlpark last month.