April 04, 2023
South Africa: Cape Town's Langa to Nyanga Rail Service Resumes Operating
After more than three years, commuters in Cape Town can once again board the trains between Langa and Nyanga following the resumption of the rail service. Read more »
South Africa: Advocate Arrested for Allegedly Defrauding State Attorney's Office
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed the arrest of a man who allegedly defrauded the Office of the State Attorney. Read more »
South Africa: Some Relief for Motorists in April as Fuel Prices Drop
Consumers of diesel, paraffin and gas will breathe a little easier following price decreases in all fuels and slight changes in the prices of petrol. Read more »
April 03, 2023
South Africa: Spain Exhibition Means Big Business for SA Cosmetics Industry
Members of the South African business community, who attended the In-cosmetic Exhibition in Barcelona, Spain, have welcomed the opportunities emanating from the three-day show. Read more »
South Africa: Youth Employment Service a Beacon of Hope
The Youth Employment Service (YES) is creating critical opportunities for youth to receive training, to enter the labour market and receive an income to support themselves and… Read more »
South Africa: Two Nabbed for Illegal Cigarettes
Two suspects are to appear before the Mokopane Magistrate Court today for the possession of illegal cigarettes, as well as resisting arrest. Read more »
March 30, 2023
South Africa: Repo Rate Increases to 7.75%
South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Governor Lesetja Kganyago has announced that the repurchase rate (repo rate) has reached 7.75% after the Bank's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)… Read more »
South Africa: Temporary Manager Appointed for Mangaung Prison
Following the daring escape of convicted murderer and rapist, Thabo Bester, from the Mangaung Correctional Centre in the Free State, Correctional Services National Commissioner,… Read more »
South Africa: Khoza Hands Over High-Tech Braille Machine to Pietermaritzburg Organisation
As part of ensuring that no member of society is left behind in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), KwaZulu-Natal Social Development MEC, Nonhlanhla Khoza, has donated a… Read more »
South Africa: Tribute for Nurses Who Lost Lives During Pandemic
Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo, has paid tribute to the102 595 nurses who lost their lives when they became the first line of defence to protect South Africans… Read more »
South Africa: Government Concerned Over Locally Acquired Indigenous Cholera Cases
The Department of Health has expressed concern at the increasing number of locally acquired indigenous cholera cases following the four new cholera cases that were recorded over… Read more »
South Africa: Hawks Conduct Operations At Bedfordview House, Offices
The Hawks' Serious Corruption Investigation team conducted simultaneous search and seizure operations at a house in Bedfordview and offices in Germiston and Edenvale on Wednesday… Read more »
South Africa: Govt Awaits Update On Gupta Brother's Extradition Application Over State Capture
An urgent meeting has been requested between the South African and United Arab Emirates' central authorities as well as the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Ronald… Read more »
March 28, 2023
South Africa: Tourism Sector Working Hard to Recover
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says over the last two years, government has been hard at work to recover the tourism industry to what it was at pre-COVID-19 conditions. Read more »
South Africa: Transnet Investigates 'Ghost Trains'
State freight rail, port and pipeline company Transnet says it has launched a probe into allegations of "ghost trains" operating on its lines. Read more »
South Africa: President Directs Transnet to Implement Reforms to Turnaround Entity's Performance
President Cyril Ramaphosa has directed Transnet to implement reforms swiftly and completely to turn around the crisis in South Africa's logistics system. Read more »
March 29, 2023
South Africa: Arrest of Suspects in Connection With Kwazakhele Birthday Killings Commended
Eastern Cape Provincial Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nomthetheleli Lillian Mene, has commended the arrest of four dangerous suspects in connection with the mass shooting… Read more »
South Africa: Aspiring Furniture Designer Wins Competition At Buy Local Summit
Final-year Industrial Design student at the University of Johannesburg, Tshepiso Motau, has won the Furniture Design Competition in a ceremony hosted by the Department of Trade,… Read more »
March 28, 2023
South Africa: Localisation Is Key to Innovation
Localisation drives innovation within societies, says Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel. Read more »
South Africa: Mashatile Participates in Buy Local Summit
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will later this evening attend and deliver the keynote address at the Proudly South African Buy Local Summit and Expo Localisation Dinner at the… Read more »
South Africa: More Than 200 Companies On Show At Buy Local Summit & Expo
The Proudly South African Buy Local Summit & Expo is featuring more than 200 high quality home-grown goods and service providers, who are showcasing everything from… Read more »
South Africa: Estina Dairy Farm Tax Fraud Trial Underway
The State's first witness in the R37.7 million Estina dairy farm tax fraud trial is expected to continue his testimony in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court today. Read more »
March 26, 2023
South Africa: Condolences for Eastern Cape Flood Victims
OR Tambo District Municipality Acting Executive Mayor, Thokozile Sokanyile, has sent her heartfelt condolences to the families of three people who lost their lives during… Read more »
March 25, 2023
South Africa: Stigma Remains a Barrier in the Fight Against TB
Stigma and discrimination remain barriers that limit access to tuberculosis (TB) screening, treatment and care - compromising the lives of people who are infected and affected by… Read more »
March 22, 2023
South Africa: Deputy President to Brief Parliament On Load Shedding, Traditional Leaders
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will respond to oral questions in the National Assembly on Thursday, 23 March. Read more »