South Africa: Cabinet Updated On Hammanskraal Clean Water Project

Cabinet has at its ordinary meeting on Wednesday received a progress report on the Hammanskraal Clean Water Project that is driven by Magalies Water under the Department of Water… Read more »

South Africa: Senqu Bridge Launch a Key Achievement in Lesotho Highlands Water Project

The recently launched Senqu Bridge in Mokhotlong in the Kingdom of Lesotho represents a landmark achievement under Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project, Cabinet said on… Read more »

South Africa: Cabinet Condemns Fake Videos of Attacks On Foreign Nationals Amid Protests

Cabinet has condemned the viral circulation of fake videos and images claiming to be of attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa. Read more »

South Africa: Response to Hantavirus Case Was Swift - Contact Tracing Began Within Hours

South African officials worked with speed to detect, contain and respond to the case of Hantavirus detected in the country. Read more »

South Africa: Weather Conditions Expected to Start Clearing

Adverse weather conditions are expected to begin clearing from the central parts of the country this afternoon, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) said on Wednesday. Read more »

South Africa: Western Cape Activates Disaster Preparedness Measures Ahead of Severe Weather

The Western Cape Provincial Disaster Management Centre (PDMC), in coordination with municipalities and emergency services, has activated monitoring and preparedness measures across… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Presidency Clarifies Zimbabwe Visit, Urges Law Enforcement to Act Without Fear

President Cyril Ramaphosa has clarified that he had no prior knowledge of an individual of interest to law enforcement who was reportedly present during his recent working visit to… Read more »

South Africa: DMPR Corrects Diesel Price Adjustment for May

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has published an Erratum to the diesel price adjustment published on Monday. Read more »

South Africa: R90m to Revitalise CET Colleges

The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), in partnership with the Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA), has committed R90 million towards… Read more »

South Africa: Deputy President to Take Stock of Developments in the North West

Deputy President Paul Mashatiile will conduct an oversight visit to the Ditsobotla Local Municipality (DLM) in the North West on Thursday as part of government's ongoing efforts to… Read more »

South Africa: Concern Over Safety of People With Disabilities Amid Severe Weather

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has raised concern over the safety, dignity, and well-being of persons with disabilities as severe and… Read more »

South Africa: Basic Education Explains Textbook Process Amid Transparency Concerns

The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has defended the integrity of its textbook catalogue development process, rejecting claims of impropriety and maintaining that its system is… Read more »

South Africa: Nelson Mandela Bay Calls for Caution On the Roads

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality in the Eastern Cape has urged motorists to exercise extreme caution as flooding has affected multiple roads. Read more »

South Africa: Nelson Mandela Activates Operations Centre Amid Rainy Weather

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's Disaster Management Centre has fully activated the Joint Operations Centre (JOC) as severe weather conditions and flooding continue to impact… Read more »

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: South Africa to Send Animal Health Experts to Brazil After FMD Strategy Talks

A team of South African animal health experts will later this month travel to Brazil for an intensive knowledge exchange on Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), traceability and… Read more »

South Africa: SA, Japan Move to Deepen Trade and Investment Ties Amid Shifting Global Landscape

South Africa is seeking to expand trade and investment cooperation with Japan, with a strong focus on diversifying exports and unlocking new areas of collaboration, including… Read more »

South Africa: Government Gazettes Voluntary FMD Vaccination Scheme

Government has officially published a Routine Vaccination Scheme for Foot and Mouth Disease (RVS-FMD), providing farmers with a fast-track mechanism to protect livestock while the… Read more »

South Africa: FMD Restrictions Lifted in KZN As Vaccine Rollout Accelerates

Government has formally lifted FMD restrictions within the KwaZulu-Natal Disease Management Area (DMA), signalling a shift in strategy as vaccination efforts intensify nationwide. 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: Mckenzie Unveils Winners of Mzansi to the World Cup Fan Competition

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has announced the winners of the Mzansi to the World Cup Lucky Fans Competition, describing the initiative as a celebration of… 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 »