July 10
South Africa: Thousands Left Homeless As Western Cape Braces for Second Cold Front
As an intense cold front moves away from most parts of the country, the Western Cape is still at risk as it prepares for a second cold front, according to the South African Weather… Read more »
July 09
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Sends Condolences to Deceased SANDF Members
President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his condolences to the families of four South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members who passed away while on duty overnight on Friday. Read more »
July 08
South Africa: Municipalities' R78 Billion Eskom Debt an 'Urgent Task' - Ramokgopa
The R78 billion debt owed to Eskom by municipalities must be urgently addressed to protect the ability of the power utility to fulfil its mandate. Read more »
South Africa: Wet, Cold Weather Expected to Continue in Western Cape
Cold and wet weather is expected to continue in the Western Cape this week with a series of cold fronts still to make landfall over the coming days. Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Receives Congratulatory Call From President of Egypt
President Cyril Ramaphosa received a call on Sunday evening from his Egypt counterpart, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, who expressed his sincere congratulations on his new term of office. Read more »
South Africa: Seven Arrested for Being in Possession of Unlawful Firearms
Seven men, aged between 27 and 75, have been arrested for the unlawful possession of firearms in the Ekombe area, which falls under the Muden policing precinct. Read more »
South Africa: 100 Days of No Load Shedding No Reason to Relax - President
Even though South Africa recently reached the longest period without load shedding since 2020, there is no reason to relax, says President Cyril Ramaphosa. Read more »
South Africa: Arms Cache, Drugs Discovered in Goodwood Apartment
A suspect who was arrested at the weekend during a routine stop and search procedure by members of the police's Flying Squad will make his first court appearance in Athlone in the… Read more »
South Africa: 100 Days of No Load Shedding Presents a Moment for Reflection
Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, says while it is commendable that the 100 day milestone of no load shedding has been achieved in the country; it is… Read more »
July 04
South Africa: Teen in Hot Water Over Viral Video of Assault On Grandma
A 19-year-old has been taken into custody for attacking his grandmother - the incident of which was recorded and went viral on social media. Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Will Work Together to Thrash Out Policy - Ntshavheni
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has moved to clarify that any policy or significant decision will be taken through Cabinet first before a decision on implementation… Read more »
South Africa: Lesufi Announces Gauteng Cabinet
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has announced his Cabinet that will lead the seventh administration of the provincial government. Read more »
South Africa: NHLS Apologises for Blood Result Delays
The National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) has announced that while all its laboratories are operational following a cyber-attack, the issuing of test results to clinicians… Read more »
South Africa: Home Affairs Extends Temporary Visa Concession
Just a day after being sworn in, the new Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, has extended the temporary concession for foreign nationals who are currently awaiting the… Read more »
July 03
South Africa: Solutions Sought to Tackle the Killing of KZN Amakhosi
In efforts to address the concerns about the safety of Amakhosi in the province, KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC, Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi,… Read more »
South Africa: Now the Work Begins - DP, Ministers and Deputy Ministers Sworn in
The new Deputy President, Ministers and Deputy Ministers of the seventh administration have been sworn into office in Cape Town. Read more »
July 01
South Africa: The GNU - a Government 'United in Action and Purpose'
President Cyril Ramaphosa has used his weekly newsletter as a rallying call for all South Africans to work even closer together to build a country for all. Read more »
South Africa: DWS Outlines Progress Made in Giyani Water Project
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) says the refurbishment of the Giyani Water Treatment Works (WTW) has reached "practical completion", and the treatment plant is… Read more »
South Africa: MPs to Undergo Induction
Following their swearing in ceremony last month, new Members of Parliament in the seventh administration are set to undergo an induction programme that will get underway tomorrow. Read more »
South Africa: Government Departments Fail to Pay Suppliers Within 30 Days
A report by National Treasury shows that in the 2023/24 financial year, national and provincial government departments have overall regressed in paying invoices to suppliers within… Read more »
South Africa: Deputy President, Ministers and Deputies to Be Sworn in
South Africa's newly announced Deputy President Paul Mashatile and the new Ministers and Deputy Ministers are expected to be sworn into office in the coming days. Read more »
South Africa: Kusile Power Station's Unit 5 Reaches Commercial Operation
Eskom's Kusile Unit 5 has achieved commercial operation, adding some 800MW to the grid. Read more »
South Africa: Department of Health, Trade Union Welcome Dr Aaron Motsoaledi As New Minister
The Department of Health has welcomed Dr Aaron Motsoaledi as their new Minister and his Deputy, Dr Joe Phaahla, as part of the newly established seventh democratic administration… Read more »
June 30
South Africa: Paul Mashatile Appointed As Deputy President
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Paul Mashatile as Deputy President of South Africa in the seventh administration. Read more »
South Africa: 'Unprecedented' Government of National Unity to Roll Up Its Sleeves
President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially announced his new cabinet and South Africa is now firmly into the seventh administration - led by what the President has termed an… Read more »