South Africa: Public Urged to Exercise Caution Amid Severe Weather Warnings

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has urged all South Africans to exercise heightened caution following severe weather warnings… Read more »

South Africa: Committee Calls for Ongoing Public Engagement On Hantavirus Case in SA

Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Health has called for ongoing transparency and public engagement regarding the confirmed case of Hantavirus in South Africa. Read more »

South Africa: No Interruptions to NSFAS Funding and Allowance - Manamela

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has moved to reassure students that funding and allowances will continue uninterrupted, despite the decision to place the… Read more »

South Africa: No Profit From Plunder - Concourt Ends Beitbridge Covid-19 Fence Saga

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed the Constitutional Court's dismissal of two appeals by Profteam CC and Magwa Construction, shutting down the companies' final… Read more »

South Africa: BMA Highlights Child Safety At Ports of Entry

As South Africa observes Child Protection Month this May, the Border Management Authority (BMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding children, particularly in relation to… Read more »

South Africa: Price of Petrol and Diesel to Increase From Wednesday

The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (DMPR) has announced that petrol and diesel prices will increase by between R3.27 and R6.19 from Wednesday. Read more »

South Africa: Call for Calm As Hantavirus Case Confirmed

The Department of Health (DoH) has called for public calm following confirmation of a rare Hantavirus case in a critically ill British national in South Africa. Read more »

South Africa: Student Aid Scheme Placed Under Administration

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has placed the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) under administration due to governance instability within the… Read more »

Africa: Africa's Travel Indaba to Drive Economic Growth

Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says Africa's Travel Indaba is a powerful celebration of the continent's extraordinary potential to drive economic growth through tourism. Read more »

South Africa: Government Reaffirms Commitment to Media Freedom

Government has reaffirmed its commitment to a free and vibrant press in South Africa. Read more »

Africa: Minister Gwarube Calls for Urgent Africa-Wide Investment in Early Childhood Development

Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube, has called for urgent and sustained investment in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) as a critical foundation for improving… Read more »

South Africa: Cervical Cancer Elimination Programme to Be Launched This Week

The Cervical Cancer Elimination Programme will be launched later this week at the Moletsane Sports Complex in Soweto. Read more »

South Africa: SAWS Warns of Cold, Wet and Windy Weather

A period of cold, wet, and windy weather conditions is expected to affect large parts of the country from Monday through to Thursday. Read more »

South Africa: Women Ministry Calls for Protection of Female Journalists

As South Africa reaffirms its commitment to constitutional democracy, the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has urged all stakeholders to collaborate… Read more »

Africa: President Ramaphosa Calls for Reparations to Address Africa's Colonial Legacy

President Cyril Ramaphosa has renewed calls for reparations to address the enduring impact of colonialism and slavery on the African continent, arguing that meaningful redress must… Read more »

South Africa: Power System Remains 'Stable' Despite Winter Demand Increase

Eskom says the power system remains stable and resilient, despite increased electricity demand typically seen at the start of the winter season. Read more »

South Africa: Manamela Presents Higher Education Annual Performance Plan to Parliament

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has outlined an ambitious "system reset" for the post-school education and training (PSET) sector. Read more »

South Africa: SAPS Captain Praised for Bravery

The Acting National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane, has commended Captain Johan "Pottie" Potgieter for his bravery after… Read more »

South Africa: Cogta Hails SA, Nigeria Engagement After Traditional Dispute in EC

The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) has welcomed what it described as constructive engagement between the AmaRharhabe Traditional Council and… Read more »

South Africa: Our Freedom Is a Product of Intangible Solidarity

Those who have had the opportunity to carefully study South Africa's road to democracy would most likely agree with the assertion that our democracy is a special product of… Read more »

South Africa: Govt Pays Tribute to Workers Across the Nation

Government has extended its appreciation to workers across the nation as the country commemorates Workers' Day on 1 May 2026. Read more »

South Africa: IEC Ramps Up Preparations After Local Elections Date Confirmed

The Electoral Commission of South Africa has welcomed the announcement of the date for the country's upcoming Local Government Elections, describing it as a key milestone in… Read more »

South Africa: Workers the 'Heartbeat of the Economy'

Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has outlined government's plans to expand economic opportunities, particularly for young people, as South Africa marks… Read more »

South Africa: SARS Salutes Workers As New Commissioner Begins Term

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has marked Workers' Day by paying tribute to South Africa's workforce, while welcoming its new Commissioner, Dr Johnstone Makhubu. Read more »

South Africa: Ministers Commit to Clearing Military Veterans' Housing Backlog By 2029

Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane and Defence and Military Veterans Minister Angie Motshekga have committed to eradicate the housing backlog affecting military veterans by… Read more »