Three Phala Phala farm theft accused back in Modimolle court
The three are accused of stealing over 580 000 US dollars from the President’s Phala Phala farm.
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Departments unite to enhance maths and science education
Departments unite to enhance maths and science education
The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, has announced that his department will strengthen its long-term partnership with the Department of Basic Education, with the aim of improving pass rates in mathematics and science.
According to the Minister, the collaboration will also enhance the...
Lusikisiki mass murder trial set to resume in the Mthatha High Court
The trial of six men accused of murdering 18 people in Lusikisiki is set to resume.
News24 | Cape Town cop, six people killed in three shootings in just one day
Seven people, including a police officer, have died in shootings in Cape Town in 24 hours.
Collective action needed to curb school violence, says Minister Gwarube
Collective action needed to curb school violence, says Minister Gwarube
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has called on parents, communities and government to work together to curb violence in schools, stressing that learner safety is fundamental to quality education.
“Both parents and the community need to work together in curbing violence. This can only be achieved as a...
Labour dept speeds up claims processing for deceased Pinetown worker
Labour dept speeds up claims processing for deceased Pinetown worker
The Department of Employment and Labour has confirmed that the benefits of the widow of a deceased Pinetown worker are being processed and will be paid in less than a month.
This after Minister Nomakhosazana Meth learnt of the tragic passing of 59-year old Phila Mntambo, who was an employee at Steelbank Merchants...
Eight Milnerton High learners to appear in court over assault case
Eight Milnerton High School learners are expected to appear in court on Tuesday.
Vanderbijlpark crash highlights SA’s road crisis: Emfuleni Mayor
A minibus used as scholar transport and truck collided, claiming the lives of 14 learners on Monday.
State in the Meyiwa trial set to continue cross-examining Zungu
Defence witness Sifiso Gwabini Zungu has alleged that he was assaulted following his 2020 arrest.
Over 500 homes damaged by torrential rains in Mpumalanga: Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa assessed flood damage as over 1 300 homes were hit, while authorities monitor heavy rains.
Death toll in Vanderbijlpark scholar crash rises to 14
A scholar transport vehicle carrying pupils collided with a a truck this morning.
‘Driver of Vaal scholar crash tried to overtake multiple vehicles’
The crash in that happened in Vanderbijlpark claimed the lives of 13 learners.
State in Meyiwa trial pokes holes in defence witness testimony
Five men are currently on trial for the 2014 murder of the Bafana Bafana captain.
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Space agency warns about geomagnetic storm
SANSA has put out a warning for elevated geomagnetic storm activity to affect the earth on Tuesday
Air support stands down as fires rage in Franschhoek
Municipal spokesperson Jo Anne Otto says very strong winds are driving the fire line.
Free State foot and mouth disease cases climb to 223
Officials have also reported suspected cases in parts of the Xhariep District.
9 children injured as school transport crashes into tree in Pinetown
Scholar transport vehicle with nine children crashed into tree in Pinetown.
Parliament panel subpoenas Paul O’Sullivan in justice probe
Committee rejects Paul O’Sullivan’s bid to testify virtually, insisting on in-person appearance.
Ramaphosa vows stronger disaster management amid climate change
Fossil fuels such as oil and coal are major contributors to climate change and global warming.
Flights resume at Kruger Mpumalanga Airport after weather delays
Frustrated passengers learned flights to and from the airport were delayed until later today.