December 23, 2022
South Africa: Police Recover Stolen Military Explosives, Equipment
The South African Police Service (SAPS) Head Office Organised Crime Investigations Unit, has recovered military explosive devices and equipment in Benoni, Gauteng. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Demands Action in Engineer Kidnapping Case
The Department of Water and Sanitation has called on law enforcement agencies to leave no stone unturned to apprehend the criminals responsible for the kidnapping and hijacking of… Read more »
South Africa: Transnet Posts Profit in Half Year Consolidated Financial Results
State freight rail and ports company Transnet has posted a profit of some R159 million for the first six months of this financial year after posting a loss of some R78 million in… Read more »
South Africa: Measles Cases On the Rise
The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) announced on Friday that measles cases continue to soar across the country. Read more »
December 22, 2022
South Africa: KZN Motorists Urged to Exercise Caution
With the Christmas weekend fast approaching, KwaZulu-Natal Transport, Community Safety and Liaison MEC, Sipho Hlomuka has urged motorists and road users to adjust their driving and… Read more »
South Africa: Prasa Prepares for Huge Demand for Travel
Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) Acting Group CEO Hisham Emeran has welcomed the huge demand for long-distance bus and train services as the agency gears up for… Read more »
South Africa: SARS Seize R3 Million Counterfeit Shoes At Lebombo Border Post
Customs officers of the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have seized possible counterfeit shoes with an estimated value of R3 million. Read more »
South Africa: SA Condemns Scheduled Executions of Students in Myanmar
The South African Government is deeply concerned about the scheduled executions of seven students at Dagon University by the military in Myanmar. Read more »
December 21, 2022
South Africa: Unused Govt Furniture Donated to NGOs
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has donated unused furniture to 25 community-based organisations in an effort to assist them continue to provide the… Read more »
South Africa: South Africans Urged to Protect the Most Vulnerable Over the Festive Season
Social Development Minister, Lindiwe Zulu, has urged all South Africans to celebrate responsibly, protect the most vulnerable and keep those less privileged among them in their… Read more »
South Africa: North West Parents Urged to Immunise Children Against Measles
North West Health MEC, Madoda Sambatha, has urged parents and caregivers to take their children for immunisation against measles at their nearest healthcare facilities. Read more »
South Africa: Alleged Illegal Mining Kingpins Denied Bail
Four men have been denied bail in the Carletonville Magistrates' Court for their alleged involvement in illegal mining. Read more »
South Africa: Additional Covid-19 Booster Doses to Be Made Available
The Department of Health says additional COVID-19 vaccine booster doses will be made available to provide ongoing protection, especially for older people and those who are… Read more »
South Africa: Load Shedding Downgraded to Stage 4
Eskom has downgraded load shedding to Stage 4 this morning (Wednesday) after Stage 6 load shedding was implemented on Tuesday evening. Read more »
December 20, 2022
South Africa: North West Labour Dept Urges Clients to Use Local Offices
The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) in the North West province has urged clients to visit their nearest labour centres to access services and ease the burden on neighbouring… Read more »
South Africa: Govt Issues Rabies Warning in High Risk Areas
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development has warned local residents and holidaymakers to be alert in rabies high risk areas. Read more »
December 19, 2022
South Africa: Dube-Ncube Saddened By Drowning Incident At Durban Beach
KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Nomusa Dube-Ncube, has expressed shock and sadness following the news of a tragic drowning incident at Durban's North beach on Saturday. Read more »
December 15, 2022
South Africa: Jubilation As KZN Flood Victims Move to New Houses
Jubilation and ululations were the order of the day for over 400 families from various mass care shelters as they packed their belongings in preparation to move to their new homes… Read more »
South Africa: Load Shedding Reduced to Stage 4
Eskom has eased load shedding to Stage 4 until Sunday morning when it will then reduce further to Stage 3. Read more »
South Africa: Eskom CEO Resigns
Eskom Chief Executive Officer, André de Ruyter, has resigned from the power utility. Read more »
December 14, 2022
South Africa: SIU Seconded to Prasa to Investigate Corruption
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) Board has seconded the Special Investigating Unit ( SIU) to probe corruption, which includes the existence of ghost workers,… Read more »
December 13, 2022
South Africa: No Impeachment Inquiry for President After MPs Reject Report
President Cyril Ramaphosa will not face an impeachment inquiry following a vote on the Section 89 Panel Report in the National Assembly on Tuesday. Read more »
South Africa: MEC Commits to Accelerated Delivery of Road Construction Projects
Gauteng MEC for Transport and Logistics, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has vowed to intervene and fast track the completion of provincial road construction projects that have been… Read more »
South Africa: Panel Report to Shed Light On Basic Income Support
The Department of Social Development will today launch the Expert Panel Report on Basic Income Support in Kempton Park, Gauteng. Read more »
South Africa: Motorists Urged to Travel During the Daylight
Minister of Transport Fikile Mbalula has encouraged motorists travelling this festive season to embark on their journey during the daylight as it enhances alertness and visibility. Read more »