April 02
South Africa: Phaahla Visits Limpopo Following Crash That Claimed 45 Lives
Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla, is scheduled to visit Limpopo to oversee the progress of the efforts to identify human remains and repatriate the victims of the Botswana bus… Read more »
South Africa: Consumers to Dig Deeper As Petrol, Diesel Prices Increase
Motorists are expected to feel the pinch even further this month when the prices of all grades of fuel increase. Read more »
South Africa: Arrests for Violating Traffic Laws
More than 1 000 road users have been arrested and 900 vehicles were impounded in law enforcement operations conducted in all nine provinces since the start of the Easter holidays. Read more »
South Africa: Department Calls for Support for Those Living With Autism
The Department of Health has urged families and communities to support individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), also known as autism, to thrive and reach their full… Read more »
March 27
South Africa: Have a Safe Easter Holiday With These Travel Tips
The Department of Tourism has wished South Africans a relaxing Easter holiday, while urging all tourists to #DoTourism safely and responsibly. Read more »
March 28
South Africa: X Marks the Spot
With the clock inching closer to Voting Day when citizens will mark their X next to the name of their preferred candidate in the 2024 general elections, it is important that we all… Read more »
March 27
South Africa: Drive Safely This Holiday Weekend
The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has urged law enforcement to crackdown on unruly driving on the roads. Read more »
March 28
South Africa: Interventions to Stabilise Water Supply in Durban South Coast Areas
The eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality says the city is working around the clock to stabilise water supply in areas that are supplied through the South Coast Augmentation (SCA)… Read more »
Senegal: President Ramaphosa Congratulates Senegal President-Elect
President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated Senegal's President-elect, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, following that country's recent elections. Read more »
South Africa: Call to Use Child Car Seats
In anticipation of the increase in traffic volumes this Easter long weekend, the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has called for an investment in child car seats and… Read more »
South Africa: Presidency Releases Energy Action Plan Update
The Presidency has released the 18-month update on the implementation of the Energy Action Plan (EAP). Read more »
South Africa: Happy and Safe Easter Holidays
President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished the nation a peaceful and safe Easter period. Read more »
South Africa: Motorists Urged to Prioritise Safety Ahead of Easter Weekend
As thousands of South Africans are set to hit the country's freeways for the long Easter weekend on Thursday, Newcastle Local Municipality Mayor Xolani Dube has urged all motorists… Read more »
South Africa: Heightened Police Visibility This Easter Weekend
Law enforcement and border security measures are in place to ensure the safety of all this Easter holiday period, Cabinet said on Thursday. Read more »
South Africa: KZN Man Sentenced to Four Life Terms for Murdering Family Members
A police investigation has secured four terms of life imprisonment for 35-year-old Nthutuko Mthethwa for the murder of three Mkhize family members at their home in Umntilombo,… Read more »
March 27
South Africa: Deputy President to Brief Parliament
Deputy President Paul Mashatile is expected to brief Parliament on Thursday about government's plans to combat criminal activities in the construction sector. Read more »
March 26
South Africa: Higher Education Deregisters Four Private Institutions
The Department of Higher Education and Training has cancelled the registration of four Educor institutions after failing to submit proof of their financial viability to the… Read more »
South Africa: Pay Your Customs Tax!
Taxpayers have been reminded to settle their tax and customs payments as well as their tax and customs debt to the South African Revenue Service (SARS) by or on Thursday this week. Read more »
South Africa: Minister Conducts Site Inspection At Lighthouse Precinct Project
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille visited the Lighthouse Precinct project in the Cape Agulhas National Park on Tuesday to inspect progress on site and to impress on all… Read more »
South Africa: Call for Inclusivity in Efforts to Grow Biodiversity Economy
President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised that previously disadvantaged individuals and communities must be at the centre of efforts to fully harness the benefits of the… Read more »
South Africa: Have Your Say in Ethekwini Service Delivery Plan
Residents of eThekwini are invited to submit their comments on the draft Integrated Development Plan (IDP) for the 2024/2025 financial year - a key city strategy that informs and… Read more »
South Africa: Former Steinhoff Director Appears in Court for Fraud, Racketeering
Former Steinhoff director Stephanus Grobler has appeared in court on charges of racketeering, three counts of fraud worth R21 billion, manipulation of financial statements and… Read more »
South Africa: Independent and Political Party Candidates Lists Available for Inspection
The Electoral Commission (IEC) will today and tomorrow between 09:00 and 17:00 make the lists with the names of independent and political party candidates available for inspection… Read more »
South Africa: SA Welcomes Adoption of the UNSC Resolution On Gaza Ceasefire
South Africa has expressed its support for the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Read more »
March 25
South Africa: Progress Made At Troublesome Power Stations
Eskom Group Executive for Generation, Bheki Nxumalo, says although challenges continue, at least five power stations identified for attention and intervention are beginning to show… Read more »