South Africa: Gauteng Launches Smart Licensing Centre in Randfontein

The Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has unveiled the state-of-the-art Umphakathi Mall Smart Driver's Licensing Testing Centre (DLTC) in Randfontein,… Read more »

South Africa: Ethekwini Municipality's Cable Theft Crackdown Leads to Convictions

The eThekwini Municipality has intensified its efforts to combat cable theft, leading to the successful conviction of perpetrators involved in crimes targeting municipal… Read more »

South Africa: Festive Season Operations Bear Fruit in the Northern Cape

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Northern Cape has recorded significant operational successes during the 2025/2026 Festive Season Operation, which resulted in the… Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Hails SARS As 'Engine Room of the State'

President Cyril Ramaphosa has praised the South African Revenue Service (SARS) as a cornerstone of the country's democratic and economic development, describing the institution as… Read more »

South Africa: Concern Over Senteeko Dam Safety Risks

The Department of Water and Sanitation has issued a dam safety directive to address serious and ongoing safety risks at My Own Dam, publicly known as Senteeko Dam, in Mpumalanga. Read more »

South Africa: SANDF Outlines Preparations for 2026 Armed Forces Day

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has outlined plans and activities leading up to the 2026 Armed Forces Day, which will be commemorated on 21 February 2026. Read more »

South Africa: National Minimum Wage to Rise to R30.23 Per Hour From March

Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has announced an increase in the statutory National Minimum Wage (NMW) for 2026, raising it from R28.79 to R30.23 for each… Read more »

South Africa: Illegal Mining Bleeds Billions From Economy, Says Mantashe

Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, has warned that illegal mining is one of the most pressing challenges facing South Africa's mining sector - costing the… Read more »

South Africa: Kruger National Park Restores Infrastructure

Restoration work is underway in the Kruger National Park following the flood damage sustained last month, says the South African National Parks (SANParks). Read more »

South Africa: Portfolio Committee Calls for Long-Term Disaster Preparedness

Parliament's Portfolio Committee and Select Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) has reiterated the call for long-term disaster preparedness and… Read more »

South Africa: Have Your Say On Draft Cannabis Regulations

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DJCOD) has called for public comments on the draft regulations in terms of the Cannabis for Private Purposes Act, 2024. Read more »

South Africa: R24m Bridge Set to Transform Access in Engcobo

Residents of the Chaba Administrative Area (Ward 1) in Engcobo are one step closer to safer travel, improved access to services and new job opportunities, following the official… Read more »

South Africa: Temporary Lane Closures On the R21

The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has advised road users of the temporary lane closure of the two fast lanes on the National Road R21, Section 2… Read more »

South Africa: Mining Indaba to Strengthen Collaboration Between Government, Investors

Next week's Mining Indaba Investment Forum will provide an opportunity for direct engagement between government and investors, with a strong emphasis on strengthening collaboration… Read more »

South Africa: SA Medical Research Council Conducts Groundbreaking HIV Vaccine Trial in Humans

The first participant in the BRILLIANT 011 first-in-human clinical trial for the HIV vaccine has been enrolled at the Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation (DTHF) site at the Groote Schuur… Read more »

South Africa: Police Appeal for Assitance in Locating Dangerous Suspect

Police in Kopanong and Parkweg are seeking the public's assistance in locating a suspect identified as 32-year-old Lloyd Mcdonald Siswe Jacobs, who is wanted for a number of… Read more »

South Africa: South Africa Targets Tourism Growth Through Investment, Connectivity and Visa Reforms

Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says South Africa is strengthening its tourism growth strategy through investment promotion, improved air connectivity and visa reforms, as the… Read more »

South Africa: Tech Innovations Key to Building Climate-Resilient Homes - President Ramaphosa

Traditional construction methods may no longer meet the needs of a growing population facing climate change and rising urban pressures, says President Cyril Ramaphosa. Read more »

South Africa: Military Veterans Called to Participate in Verification Drive

The Department of Military Veterans (DMV) has urged all eligible applicants in KwaZulu-Natal and across the country to participate in its verification drive to finalise their… Read more »

South Africa: Tourism a Jewel in SA's Crown - President Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is "determined to strengthen the regulatory and policy environment to further grow" the tourism sector. Read more »

South Africa: Nersa Clarifies Small-Scale Embedded Generation Regulations

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has moved to provide clarity on the regulatory requirements for Small-Scale Embedded Generation (SSEG). Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Mourns Passing of Writer Dr Diana Ferrus

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep condolences following the passing of writer, storyteller and cultural activist, Dr Diana Ferrus, who has passed away at the age of… Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Mourns Passing of Struggle Veteran Leon Levy

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the passing of Leon Levy, who was the last surviving signatory of the Freedom Charter and Accused No 4 in the 1956… Read more »

South Africa: Police Record Major Successes in Fight Against Crime

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has scored big wins in the fight against crime, focusing strongly on taking illegal guns and ammunition out of circulation. Read more »

South Africa: Eskom Progress Continues

Eskom's recovery continues to yield results as the power utility records some 260 days without the implementation of load shedding. Read more »