Call to strengthen partnerships to protect the planet

With South Africa and the rest of the world at risk of not meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), government has emphasised that strengthening collaboration between public and private institutions is necessary for addressing environmental sustainability.

“Strong institutions, both public and private, are critical for...

Land returned, dignity restored!

By Thulani Mdakane Many decades later, the colonial and apartheid impact of land dispossession lingers on and continues to define the current skewed patterns of land ownership and access. Legislative measures, such as the Natives Land Act of 1913 and the Group Areas Act of 1950, facilitated the removal of many Black individuals from their ancestral...

Just under 3 500 police officers and traffic law enforcement officials have been deployed across KwaZulu-Natal as authorities intensify operations aimed at reducing road fatalities during the Easter and Passover long weekend.

Refurbished infrastructure boosts Matjhabeng wastewater systems

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has reaffirmed government’s commitment to improving services in the Matjhabeng Local Municipality, following the handover of 22 refurbished wastewater infrastructure projects.

The handover, which coincided with International World Water Day on 22 March 2026, included the...

Deputy President reflects on SA’s gains in fight against TB

South Africa’s Tuberculosis (TB) programme has achieved remarkable success in reducing the rate of incidence; the latter being the number of new cases each year. 

This as government’s efforts to reduce the rate of TB infection and disease, continues to make gains. 

“Year after year, we continue to see a steady decline in...

Chiloane devastated by two fatal learner stabbings in Gauteng

Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, has expressed deep shock and sadness following the fatal stabbings of two learners in separate incidents in Johannesburg and Ennerdale.

In a statement on Tuesday, the department said it is alleged that a 17-year-old Grade 8 learner from Forest High School was severely beaten and...

Steenhuisen welcomes SAHPRA’s intervention to fast-track access to FMD vaccines

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has welcomed the swift intervention by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) to expedite the importation of six million doses of the Dollvet vaccine to combat Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD).

This follows a Section 21 permit issued on Friday...

South African music icon Lira makes a powerful return to the stage with her one-woman show Still Here at the Lyric Theatre.

PSC to meet His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini Zulu

The Chairperson of the Public Service Commission (PSC), Professor Somadoda Fikeni, will meet with His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini Zulu on Tuesday, to discuss strengthening collaboration.

The engagement aims to seek His Majesty’s wisdom and guidance on how the Kingship and the PSC can work together to address the needs...

Deputy President responds to being mentioned at Madlanga Commission

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has categorically denied claims made by Sergeant Fannie Nkosi at the Madlanga Commission, alleging that he met with Vusimuzi Cat Matlala or that Matlala intended to meet with him.

“Deputy President Mashatile has noted claims made by Sergeant Nkosi at the Madlanga Commission earlier...

Over 18 000 suspects nabbed for various crimes

The South African Police Service (SAPS) nationwide Operation Shanela has yielded significant breakthroughs in combating various crimes, including drug trafficking, and serious and violent crimes, leading to the arrest of 18 822 suspects.

This includes 2 739 wanted individuals linked to serious crimes.

“The week-long operations carried...

SADC leaders address technical barriers to trade

Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Alexandra Abrahams has officially opened the 41st annual meeting of the SADC Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Structures. 

The three-day meeting is taking place at the Protea Hotel in Johannesburg.

In line with this year’s Southern African Development Community (SADC) theme,...