South Africa: Nigerian National Arrested in Ermelo for Commercial Sexual Exploitation

The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) has arrested a 46-year-old Nigerian national, following an operation targeting premises allegedly linked to commercial… Read more »

South Africa: President Unveils Sweeping Reforms to Fix Local Government

President Cyril Ramaphosa has unveiled far-reaching reforms to South Africa's local government system, proposing a differentiated model of municipal powers and functions, stricter… Read more »

South Africa: Setas Urged to Measure Skills Training By Employment Outcomes

Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister Yusuf Cassim has called on sector education and training authorities (SETAs) to measure the success of skills development programmes… Read more »

South Africa: Cassim Calls for Skills Training to Reach Underserved Communities

Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister Yusuf Cassim has called for expanded skills development opportunities in underserved communities through partnerships with Community… Read more »

South Africa: Additional Fraud and Theft Charges for Former Cop

A former South African Police Service (SAPS) constable, already behind bars on separate stock theft charges, is facing additional charges of fraud and theft after allegedly… Read more »

South Africa: Mandela Bay Welcomes Progress On Proposed Nuclear Power Plant

Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Babalwa Lobishe has welcomed the acceptance of the final scoping report for Eskom's proposed 5 200-megawatt nuclear power plant at Thyspunt in the Kouga… Read more »

South Africa: Public Protector to Investigate Bronkhorstspruit Water Crisis

The Public Protector of South Africa (PPSA) will investigate allegations of maladministration, improper conduct and prejudice against the City of Tshwane (CoT) in relation to the… Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Calls for End to Political Interference in Municipalities

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for an end to politically motivated appointments, weak accountability and factional battles in municipalities, warning that South Africans can… Read more »

South Africa: Government Investigates Gastrointestinal Illness Cases in the Eastern Cape

Government has launched an investigation into reported cases of gastrointestinal illness affecting 111 people at Rhodes University in Makhanda and 23 inmates at St Albans… Read more »

South Africa: Finance Minister Announces Fuel Levy Relief

Consumers will breathe a sigh of relief, following Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's announcement of a reduction in the general fuel levy. Read more »

South Africa: Government Identifies R38.1 Billion in Medium-Term Savings

Government has identified R38.1 billion in savings over the medium term as it works to improve the quality of spending and direct funds towards efficient and effective programmes. Read more »

South Africa: SEZs Set to Contribute Significantly to SA's Economy

A total of 141 companies have committed to invest in various Special Economic Zones in South Africa, with a combined investment value of over R548 billion and will create over 60… Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Strengthens Regional Preparedness for El Niño Impacts

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is strengthening regional disaster preparedness and early intervention measures ahead of the anticipated impacts of El Niño… Read more »

South Africa: Ntshavheni Encourages Communities to Look After Their Environments

The responsibility of maintaining clean and safe environments is a collective obligation that must be undertaken by all, especially at community level, says Minister in the… Read more »

South Africa: Call for Greater Community Participation in Addressing River Pollution

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Jack Bloom has reiterated his call for greater community participation in tackling river pollution. Read more »

South Africa: Young South Africans Encouraged to Join Police Service

The South African Police Service (SAPS) is calling on 5 500 young South Africans under the age of 35 to step forward, embrace the challenge and join the men and women in blue as… Read more »

South Africa: Rhodes University Reports Gastrointestinal Illnesses

Rhodes University is working with local public health authorities, following a cluster of gastrointestinal illnesses reported among members of its community. Read more »

South Africa: New Vehicles to Drive Western Cape Crime-Fighting Efforts

As part of the launch of the Western Cape Safer Festive Season 2026/2027 Operations, over 100 new vehicles are set to be handed over to the six districts within the province to… Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Launch Revised White Paper On Local Government

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday launch the Cabinet-approved Revised White Paper on Local Government (WPLG), 2026, aimed at addressing persistent challenges in municipal… Read more »

South Africa: Simelane Welcomes Ruling On Fees Imposed On Property Practitioners

Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane has welcomed a High Court judgment dismissing an application for a declaratory order on fees imposed on property practitioners by… Read more »

South Africa: CPI Rises in September

South Africa's annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased to 4.5% in September 2026, Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) said on Wednesday. Read more »

South Africa: All Systems Go for Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will deliver the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) during a sitting of the National Assembly today, outlining government's revised… Read more »

South Africa: Over 90 Suspects Arrested Over Iillegal Mining

Efforts to dismantle illegal mining continue to yield positive results, following the arrest of 92 suspected illegal miners, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said. Read more »

South Africa: Ethekwini Speeds Up Repairs to Flood-Damaged Water Mains

eThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba has instructed the Municipality's Water and Sanitation team to expedite the replacement of water mains washed away by recurring floods,… Read more »

South Africa: Durban Targets 2,500 Jobs Through Superyacht Marina Project

The eThekwini Municipality is advancing plans to position Durban as a leading African destination for superyachts and a service hub, with the city set to host the first African… Read more »