‘Laws must evolve’ to deal with GBV scourge – Justice Minister

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has accepted memorandums from child protection organisations during a children’s march to the Constitutional Court on Sunday.The march – jointly organised with the Gauteng Department of Social Development – was held as the country observed Child...

Justice committee welcomes sentencing in Joshlin Smith case

Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development, Xola Nqola, has commended the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) for securing life sentences for all three accused in the human trafficking case of six-year-old Joshlin Smith.The trio, Jacquen Appollis, Steveno Dumaizio van Rhyn and Racquel...

Hlabisa urges initiation schools to adhere to safety regulations

Legal initiation schools have been warned that their registration does not exempt them from accountability and that any establishment that breaks the law will be dealt with accordingly.

“Any school that contravenes the law, disregards safety regulations or endangers lives will be closed without hesitation. The law is...

Deputy Minister to lead World No Tobacco Day discussions

Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla, will deliver a keynote address at the World No Tobacco Day stakeholder engagement session today.Monday’s event is part of government’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness about tobacco control issues related to the development of the Tobacco Control Bill.The department, in...

The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has vowed to crack down on illegal initiation schools after 94 people died last year.

A runner participating in Cape Town’s annual Slave Route Challenge has died in a freak accident after a tree fell on her during the race.

Through endless fundraising, Reverend Barry Fourie and his family have managed to get him to the halfway mark of his immunotherapy, which costs a cumulative R1.5 million for the 18 bags needed to treat his epithelioid inflammatory myofibroblastic sarcoma.

Tributes are pouring in for slain IFP deputy chief whip Khethamabala Sithole who was killed in a suspected assassination in Katlehong, in the East Rand, on Friday evening.

The US embassy in Pretoria claims it is reviewing inquiries from individuals who have expressed interest in settling in the US and is “reaching out to eligible individuals for refugee interviews and processing”.

A hall filled with heavy hearts, silent sobs, and tear-streaked faces bore witness to the final farewell of Olorato Mongale.

Police working to arrest suspect in Olorato case

Law enforcement will not rest until another suspect in the murder of journalist Olorato Mongale is apprehended, Police Deputy Minister Dr Polly Boshielo said.The 30-year-old was killed last Sunday after leaving her Johannesburg home when she went on a date with her alleged killer. Her body was found hours later in Lombardy East,...

Collaboration a key cog to solving societal challenges 

The church remains a key ally in helping government to tackle challenges such as poverty, gender-based violence, and social fragmentation, said Deputy President Paul Mashatile.“Government alone cannot address the multitude of challenges confronting our communities today. From unemployment and substance abuse to crime,...

Call for caution following reports of kidnappings, robberies 

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has urgently warned the public to exercise extreme caution when meeting up with strangers through online dating and social media platforms.

In a statement on Friday, the Portfolio Committee said this follows alarming reports of kidnappings,...

Minister Ramokgopa to attend Hamburg Sustainability Conference

Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa, is set to represent South Africa at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference in Germany, which takes place in Germany on 2 and 3 June 2025. The Ministry in The Presidency: Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation said the conference seeks...

Minister welcomes Constitutional Court’s decision on Leadership Act

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has welcomed the Constitutional Court’s ruling to extend the validity of the Traditional and Khoi-San Leadership Act (TKLA) for an additional two years, allowing more time to finalise replacement legislation.In a statement on...

KZN learners shine at South African Youth Water Prize finals

The Department of Water and Sanitation has crowned two Grade 11 learners from Adam’s College in KwaZulu-Natal as the 2025 national winners of the South African Youth Water Prize. The department hosted the 2025 National South African Youth Water Prize (SAYWP) finals on Friday at the Protea Hotel Rhodesfield in Kempton...

New beginning for Matjiesfontein community

Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo has commended the Department of Water and Sanitation’s (DWS) efforts to restore dignified sanitation to the community of Matjiesfontein under the Laingsburg Local Municipality in the Western Cape. The Deputy Minister handed over a newly completed Matjiesfontein Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) worth R 19...

Deputy Minister to provide update on Presidential Youth Employment Initiative

Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli will on Monday provide an update on the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI).“Now in its fifth year, the PYEI remains one of South Africa’s most significant and innovative responses to the youth unemployment crisis. The briefing will provide...

Power system remains stable

The power system remains stable with Eskom’s Kusile’s Unit 1 expected to improve the country’s energy availability factor (EAF).“Kusile Unit 1 is officially back online today, following its successful reconnection to the repaired flue gas desulphurisation (FGD) system and permanent stack, which had been out of service since 31 March 2025. “Once...

President Ramaphosa pays tribute to Ma Shope

President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the late Ma Gertrude Shope as a pillar of the nation, a matriarch of the revolution, and a torchbearer of women’s emancipation.President Ramaphosa delivered a moving eulogy at her Special Official Funeral held at the Great Hall of the University of the Witwatersrand on Saturday.Ma Shope, who...

Minister appoints Ithuba Holdings to run national lottery for 12 months

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister, Parks Tau, has appointed Ithuba Holdings (RF) (Pty) Ltd as the temporary national lottery and sports pool operator for 12 months.This as the Minister on Wednesday announced the success conclusion and appointment of Sizekhaya Holdings (RF) (Pty) Ltd (“Sizekhaya”) as...