South Africa: Suspects Arrested At Thabo Mofutsanyana District During Easter Holiday

Thabo Mofutsanyana District Police have arrested 12 suspects during Easter holiday operations for various serious offences, including murder, attempted murder, rape, possession of… Read more »

South Africa: Government to Engage Residents On Vaal Special Economic Zone

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic), the Gauteng Provincial Government and the Local Municipalities of Lesedi and Midvaal, will host public consultations on… Read more »

South Africa: Deputy President Attends Good Friday Service

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will today step into Ellis Park Stadium not just as a government leader, but as a symbol of unity--carrying a message that places families at the… Read more »

South Africa: A Time of Reflection

As we breathe a collective sigh of relief at the arrival of the long-awaited Easter Holiday period, all of us are worthy of a big slice of cake, for having made it through the… Read more »

South Africa: Road Users Urged to Be Responsible

Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy has urged South Africans travelling during the Easter holidays to use the roads responsibly and show respect to all road users. Read more »

South Africa: Cabinet Urges Road Safety and Vigilance Ahead of Easter Weekend Travel

Cabinet has called on citizens to prioritise road safety and act responsibly as traffic volumes increase ahead of the Easter long weekend. Read more »

South Africa: Lesufi Announces Brixton Reservoir to Boost Joburg Water Supply

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says the construction of a new ground reservoir and tower in Brixton has been successfully concluded, making a tangible difference in strengthening… Read more »

South Africa: President Appoints New SARS Commissioner

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service for a period of five years with effect from 1 May 2026. Read more »

South Africa: So-Called Coronation of a Nigerian National Has No Legal Effect

Cabinet has expressed "disgust" at the so-called coronation of a Nigerian national as an alleged chief in KuGompo City, in the Eastern Cape. Read more »

South Africa: SAPS Suspends a Captain Attached to the Protection Security Services

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has suspended a captain attached to the Protection Security Services (PSS) after an internal investigation uncovered discrepancies and… Read more »

South Africa: Ministerial Task Team Appointed to Coordinate Impact of Middle East Conflict

President Cyril Ramaphosa has established a ministerial task team to coordinate government action to cushion South Africans against the impact of the war in the Middle East which… Read more »

South Africa: Manamela Calls for Disability Inclusion in Higher Education Systems

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has called on African universities to fundamentally rethink inclusion, stressing that disability must be treated as a central… Read more »

South Africa: Siyabonga, South Africa! SARS Collects Historic R2 Trillion Net Revenue

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner Edward Kieswetter has thanked the nation's compliant taxpayers after the revenue service recorded a historic R2 trillion in… Read more »

South Africa: Simelane Calls for Delivery Over Declarations At Investment Conference

Human Settlements Minister Thembisile Simelane has urged a shift from investment pledges to tangible delivery, saying South Africa's credibility now depends on turning commitments… Read more »

South Africa: Government Urges Vigilance and Road Safety Ahead of Easter Travel

As travellers begin to make their way to various destinations for the Easter and Passover holidays, the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has reiterated its… Read more »

South Africa: Defence Showcases Capabilities At the 2026 Rand Show

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) will be participating in the 2026 edition of the Rand Show, taking place from 2 to 6 April 2026, at the Johannesburg Expo Centre,… Read more »

South Africa: Deputy President to Attend Good Friday Church Service

Deputy President Paul Mashatile Mashatile will attend the Amandla Ngawethu Good Friday church service of the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God (UCKG). Read more »

South Africa: Well Wishes Over Pesach

President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished the South African Jewish community as they celebrate Pesach. Read more »

South Africa: R1.4 Billion Water Project Boosts Supply in Thembalethu

The handover of new water infrastructure in Thembalethu, George, has brought renewed hope to residents, with the project expected to improve water security while supporting local… Read more »

South Africa: Hawks Secure a Preservation Order in Kidnapping and Murder Case

The Hawks' Priority Crime Specialised Investigation unit and the National Prosecuting Authority have secured a preservation order in a kidnapping and murder case. Read more »

South Africa: Ethekwini Prioritises Safety of Visitors and Churchgoers

The eThekwini Municipality has placed the safety of visitors, residents and churchgoers at the centre of its Easter holiday preparations, rolling out an integrated law enforcement… Read more »

South Africa: Alleged Drug Dealer to Appear in Court

A 49-year-old suspect is expected to appear in the Randburg Magistrate's Court today after he was found in possession of R3 million worth of illegal drugs, the Hawks said. Read more »

South Africa: Petrol, Diesel Prices Announced

The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (DMPR) has announced that petrol and diesel prices will increase by between R3.06 and R7.51 from midnight. Read more »

South Africa: R3 Fuel Levy Relief to Cushion South Africans - Godongwana

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says government's decision to introduce a temporary R3 per litre fuel levy reduction is aimed at cushioning South Africans from what he describes… Read more »

Africa: President Ramaphosa to Address Sixth South Africa Investment Conference

At the heart of Johannesburg's financial capital, the Sandton Convention Centre will once again take centre stage as global capital meets local ambition at the Sixth South Africa… Read more »