South Africa: Call for Global Peace and Stronger Political Will to Advance Women's Rights

Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, has called for renewed global commitment to peace and decisive action to enforce existing protections for women. Read more »

South Africa: Government Accelerates Reforms to Revive South Africa's Rail System

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says government has committed significant resources and reforms to restore South Africa's rail transport system as part of efforts to strengthen… Read more »

South Africa: Over 6,400 South Africans in the Middle East Register On Travel Smart

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has noted a significant increase in registrations by South African citizens on its Travel Smart System, with more… Read more »

South Africa: SA Agriculture Posts Record Exports, Despite Global Headwinds

South Africa's agricultural sector has delivered a record export performance in the fourth quarter of 2025, underscoring its resilience and global competitiveness, despite… Read more »

South Africa: 'Africa Has What It Needs to Succeed' - President Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on participants at the Africa Energy Indaba to use the platform to unite to realise an "Africa that meets its needs for reliable and… Read more »

South Africa: Gautrain to Continue Operating Under PPP Model

As the Gauteng Provincial Government and the Gautrain Management Agency (GMA) begin the process of appointing a new private operator, commuters have been assured that the Gautrain… Read more »

South Africa: Macpherson Expresses Condolences Following Collapse of Ormonde Building

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Dean Macpherson, has expressed his deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and to those injured, following the… Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Hails Lekota As a Patriot and Champion of Non-Racial Democracy

President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended heartfelt condolences, following the passing of veteran politician and struggle stalwart, Mosiuoa Lekota, describing him as a patriot whose… Read more »

Southern Africa: Hosting the SADC Summit Is a Testament to Ethekwini's Progress

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the decision to hold the 46th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) in eThekwini in… Read more »

South Africa: Fuel Prices to Rise From Wednesday

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has announced an increase of between 20c and 65c for all forms of fuels from Wednesday. Read more »

South Africa: SA Citizens Urged to Consider Land Exits As Israel Security Crisis Deepens

South Africa has issued an urgent security advisory to its citizens in Israel, warning that the deteriorating security situation poses serious risks. Read more »

South Africa: Deadly Ormonde Building Collapse - 'Structure Was Not Sound'

Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero says the building in Ormonde, where nine people have reportedly died after it collapsed, is a result of the building not being structurally sound. Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Lauds Ethekwini for Early Recovery

President Cyril Ramaphosa says eThekwini has moved from the brink of decline to early recovery but warned that stabilisation must now give way to structural economic reform if the… Read more »

South Africa: SA Sends Condolences to Nigeria After Fatal Maritime Incident

The Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, and the Transport Deputy Minister, Mkhuleko Hlengwa, have expressed their condolences to the bereaved family after one person died at sea… Read more »

South Africa: SA Urges Citizens Across Middle East to Register With Embassies

South Africa has called on all its citizens currently in the Middle East to urgently contact the relevant South African embassies accredited to their countries of residence to… Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Unveils Mandela and Tambo Statues in Ethekwini

President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the unveiling of the 10-meter-tall statues of struggle icons Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo in eThekwini as a powerful affirmation of South… Read more »

South Africa: Ethekwini Wellness Centre to Strengthen Employee Wellbeing, Service Delivery

The eThekwini Municipality has officially unveiled the SINAWE "We are with you" Wellness Centre, marking a significant milestone in its mission to deliver faster, smarter and more… Read more »

South Africa: Ministry of Police Sets Record Straight On Phala Phala Matter

The Ministry of Police says it has noted various articles circulating online and in the media regarding the declassification of the Independent Police Investigative Directorate… Read more »

South Africa: Health Officials Appear in Specialised Commercial Crimes Court

Three senior Department of Health officials, including the department's Director-General (DG), who were arrested on Monday, have been granted bail of R10 000 each after appearing… Read more »

South Africa: RTMC Raises Alarm Over Private Scholar Transport Operators

A high number of private scholar transport operators continue to exhibit an intractable attitude and unwillingness to comply with passenger regulation, despite high-profile fatal… Read more »

South Africa: Operation Shanela Nets Over 16 000 Suspects

The South African Police Service (SAPS), through Operation Shanela, has nabbed 16 542 suspects for various crimes between 23 February and 1 March. Read more »

South Africa: Government Calls for Regulatory Assurance for Menstrual Hygiene Products

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has formally engaged the University of the Free State (UFS) following the release of a peer-reviewed study… Read more »

South Africa: Government Welcomes Arrest of Officials Involved in R1 Million Fraud Case

Government has welcomed the arrest of three senior officials from the Department of Health in connection with an ongoing investigation into allegations of theft and fraud involving… Read more »

South Africa: Budget Will Accelerate Country's Momentum, Says President

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the 2026 Budget, tabled by the Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana last week, will accelerate the momentum of inclusive growth, create jobs and… Read more »

South Africa: From Negotiation to Nationhood - SA Celebrates 30 Years of the Constitution

Thirty years after South Africa chose the rule of law over division and human rights over rule by exclusion, the country on Monday began the commemoration of 30 Years of the… Read more »