NSFAS says it is committed to ensuring that 2026 is an efficient and effective year. This is after acting CEO Waseem Carrim says they are willing to be held accountable this year, as more than 600,000 applicants have been approved for bursaries, while all students will receive their full book and meal allowance on 1 February 2025.
Johannesburg water systems, which are set to be affected by the 54-hour Rand Water maintenance programme, have yet to show signs of struggle, according to reservoir levels reported by Johannesburg Water.
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille has confirmed that three departmental officials are facing disciplinary action following an independent investigation into a tourism monitor programme tender.
In a bid to strengthen its energy security and reduce dependence on Eskom, the City of Johannesburg says it has launched a feasibility study into the potential acquisition of Kelvin power station and Egoli Gas.
Leaders from major European powers expressed support for Denmark and Greenland on Tuesday in a joint statement, saying the Arctic island belongs to its people, following renewed interest by US President Donald Trump in taking over the Danish territory.
The City has an opportunity to shift from reactive, enforcement-driven approaches to a proactive, developmental model that values informal trading as a central part of Johannesburg’s economy and identity.