South Africa marks UN Peacekeepers Day in Bloemfontein
Families of fallen soldiers, veterans, and SANDF members mark International Day of UN Peacekeepers.
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LIVE | Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial | 29 May 2026
Defence witness, Sgt Nthabiseng Leletlhaka from Villieria Police Station, continues her testimony.
Government publishes Sovereign Use of Proceeds Framework
Government publishes Sovereign Use of Proceeds Framework
National Treasury has announced the publication of its Sovereign Use of Proceeds Framework, together with the accompanying Second Party Opinion.
The Framework establishes the basis for the potential issuance of thematic sovereign funding instruments, including green bonds.
“The publication of the Framework underscores the...
President Ramaphosa to address Official Launch of Kruger National Park Centenary
President Ramaphosa to address Official Launch of Kruger National Park Centenary
South Africa’s iconic Kruger National Park is set to mark a historic milestone as President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the official launch of the Park’s centenary commemorations at Skukuza Rest Camp in Mpumalanga on Saturday evening.
The year 2026 marks 100 years since the formal proclamation of the...
AfriForum challenges Graaff-Reinet name change in High Court
Afriforum says the 240-year-old EC town holds significant cultural and historical value for resident
LIVE | Legal battle continues over Edgar Lungu’s remains
Lungu died on June 5 last year, while he was in South Africa for medical treatment.
Deputy President on working visit to India to drive investment
Deputy President on working visit to India to drive investment
Deputy President Paul Mashatile is undertaking a working visit to the Republic of India to engage with business leaders and investors and attract more investment for both countries.
“South Africa and India enjoy a long-standing relationship based on shared history, cultural ties, and a common vision of the world...
Middle East conflict drives oil, fuel costs, SA consumer inflation
SARB’s Monetary Policy Committee has raised the policy rate by 25 basis points to 7 percent.
LIVE | Buti Manamela on decision to place NSFAS under administration
Higher Education and Training Minister briefs the media on placing NSFAS under administration
Gauteng Health apologises for delayed student nurse stipends
The delays have disrupted students’ academic and clinical training
GP Social Development Dept condemns theft, illegal sale of food parcels
The food parcels were intended for vulnerable communities in Magaliesburg in Gauteng.
Devastating fire rips through Plastic View settlement in Tshwane
Search operations are underway to ensure that all residents are accounted for.
Masiapato confirms gaps in truck screening at border posts
A truck from Malawi with drugs worth R1 billion passed undetected on the Zimbabwe into SA.
DA calls for urgent parole reforms
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has called for urgent parole reforms.
BMA to monitor officials over illegal activities at borders
BMA says over 50 corrupt officials have been dismissed over non-compliance.
Explosion at Menlyn Mall Woolworths store investigated
Police have confirmed that no one was injured following an explosion at Menlyn Mall.
Two dead following shooting incident in Centurion
Police say the victims were entering the Blue Valley Golf Country Estate when they were shot at.
Postbank urges grant recipients to change to Black Card by 31 August
Social grant recipients warned that they will not be able to use their gold cards after the deadline
Shebe Maburna case postponed to July for pre-trial
Shebe Maburna has appeared in the Polokwane Regional Court.
Interpol tracks down rape suspect in Eastern Cape
Interpol tracks down rape suspect in Eastern Cape
A 56-year-old wanted fugitive was arrested on Wednesday at his home in Kabega Park, Gqeberha, in the Eastern Cape for the alleged sexual abuse of his daughter.
The suspect is expected to appear before the Gqeberha Magistrate’s Court on Friday facing an extradition application by the government of the United States of America to the...
SARB raises repo rate to 7%
SARB raises repo rate to 7%
The South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has increased the repo rate by 25 basis points to 7%, effective from 29 May 2026.
SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago said four MPC members supported the increase, while two preferred to keep the rate unchanged.
At a media briefing on Thursday, Kganyago said the committee acted because inflation...