South Africa: Steenhuisen to Kickstart Nationwide Mass Vaccination Against FMD

Agriculture Minister, John Steenhuisen, will this Friday officially kickstart the nationwide mass vaccination rollout against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in KwaZulu-Natal. Read more »

South Africa: Check-in Systems Operational At Cape Town International Airport, Except for Lift Airlines

Cape Town International Airport is continuing with recovery efforts following yesterday's fire incident, says Airports Company South Africa (ACSA). Read more »

South Africa: Godongwana to Deliver 2026 Budget

The Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, will outline all the financial, economic, and social commitments that the government will prioritise in its planned expenditure when he… Read more »

South Africa: R760 Million Infrastructure Investment to Ease Water Woes

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says a R760 million infrastructure investment upgrade is underway in the city of Johannesburg to permanently resolve water issues. Read more »

South Africa: President Delays Proclamation of Sections of NHI Act

President Cyril Ramaphosa has agreed to delay the proclamation of any sections of the National Health Insurance Act (NHI) following litigation brought against the President and the… Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Region Continues to Lead Globally in HIV Response

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, Lydia Zigomo, says the SADC region continues to lead globally in HIV response, with… Read more »

South Africa: President Welcomes Return of South African Men From Russian Frontlines

President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the return home of the South African men who were lured into the battle lines between Russia and Ukraine by South African elements that… Read more »

South Africa: Lesufi Welcomes Boots On the Ground to Stamp Out Zama Zamas

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa's directive to deploy the SANDF to Gauteng to stamp out illegal mining and rising gang violence. Read more »

South Africa: SIU Investigation Details Level of Exploitation of Immigration System

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has recommended that Home Affairs considers the vetting of all employees of the department as one of the range of measures to address… Read more »

South Africa: Home Affairs Implements Reforms to Root Out Corruption

Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber has assured citizens that the government is rolling out targeted interventions to curb corruption and hold officials accountable for… Read more »

South Africa: Concern Raised On Police Officers Facing Criminal Charges

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has expressed concern about the disclosure that at least 97 members of the South African Police Service… Read more »

Southern Africa: South Africa to Engage Global Leaders On Agrarian Reform

Land Reform and Rural Development Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso will lead a high-level South African delegation to Cartagena, Colombia, for the International Conference on Agrarian… Read more »

South Africa: Shanela Nets More Than 900 Suspects Over the Weekend

The Gauteng multidisciplinary integrated teams of Operation Shanela conducted successful high-density operations over the weekend that resulted in the arrest of more than 900… Read more »

South Africa: KZN Premier Saddened By Tragic Death of Pilot Student

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has conveyed his heartfelt condolences following the tragic death of 24-year-old pilot student Leeche' Manuel, who lost his life during a… Read more »

South Africa: Eskom Generation Recovery Continues

Eskom has recorded some 280 days without the implementation of load shedding, continuing the power utility's generation recovery. Read more »

South Africa: SANDF Deployment a Measured Decision, Says President

President Cyril Ramaphosa has moved to assure the nation that the deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) within the country, was done with good reason. Read more »

South Africa: DWS Reaffirms Commitment to Expand Water Access in Rural Areas

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with municipalities to ensure that previously unserved communities have access to safe… Read more »

South Africa: Aucamp Directs Finalisation of Small-Scale Fishers Appeals

The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, has noted the concerns of small-scale fishers on the finalisation of appeals concerning decisions issued by… Read more »

South Africa: Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccine Signals a Turning Point for SA Agriculture

The Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has described the arrival of the first batch of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines as a victory for the country's agricultural… Read more »

South Africa: Energy Transition a Matter of Survival - President Ramaphosa

The climate transition is not only a developmental goal for South Africa, but a matter of survival for humanity and the globe. Read more »

South Africa: SAPS Destroys Over 13 000 Firearms

In an effort to remove illegal firearms from circulation, the South African Police Service (SAPS) destroyed a total of 13 859 firearms during its second firearm destruction process… Read more »

South Africa: Teen Arrested for Possession of Explosives

Members of the National Intervention Unit (NIU) and Gauteng Crime Intelligence have arrested a 16-year-old in Roodepoort this week for possession and distribution of explosives. Read more »

South Africa: Compulsory Gender-Based Analysis Training for Public Servants

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has introduced a compulsory Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) online training course aimed at strengthening… Read more »

South Africa: Manamela Appoints Administrator to Stabilise College of Cape Town

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has appointed Dr Robert Nkuna as Administrator of the College of Cape Town following findings of serious governance and… Read more »

South Africa: SAPS to Welcome New Members of the Special Task Force

The South African Police Service (SAPS) will today welcome 13 Special Task Force (STF) Operators to join the organisation's elite tactical unit. Read more »