South Africa: Police Reaffirm Commitment to Protect Older Persons

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has urged communities to unite in protecting older persons and to take a stand by reporting abuse. Read more »

South Africa: SA Calls for Restraint Amid Global Sumud Flotilla's Gaza Aid Mission

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation is closely monitoring the situation regarding the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF), which is currently navigating a high-risk… Read more »

South Africa: North West Premier to Rollout Service Delivery Programme

North West Premier Kagiso Lazarus Mokgosi is expected to lead the roll-out of the Thuntsha Lerole programme in the Tswaing Local Municipality on Friday. Read more »

South Africa: Operation Shanela Nets Over 5000 in KZN

Over 5000 suspects have been arrested for various crimes while 105 unlicensed firearms were recovered in the month of September, said KwaZulu-Natal police. Read more »

South Africa: General Khumalo Receiving the 'Best Medical Care'

The National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), General Fannie Masemola, says Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo, the Divisional Commissioner for Crime… Read more »

South Africa: South Africa Mourns the Untimely Passing of Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa

Government has announced, with deep sorrow and profound regret, the untimely passing of Ambassador Nkosinathi Emmanuel Mthethwa, South Africa's Ambassador to the French Republic. Read more »

South Africa: Gauteng to Request More Hospital SIU Probes

The Gauteng Provincial Government will request a widespread probe by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) into multiple hospitals across the province following the release of a… Read more »

South Africa: SA Launches National Action Plan to Combat Substandard Medical Products

Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has reaffirmed his department's commitment to ensuring that all medicines, vaccines, and health products are safe, effective, and of the highest… Read more »

South Africa: Mixed Bag As Petrol Increases Slightly, Diesel On the Downturn

South Africans will face a mixed bag at the pumps from tomorrow following the announcement of the petrol price adjustments by the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources… Read more »

South Africa: Load Shedding At Bay, Profits Up - Eskom Announces R23.9bn Profit Before Tax

In a landmark turnaround in fortunes, Eskom has announced a profit before tax of some R23.9 billion - its first return to profitability in some eight years. Read more »

South Africa: Economic Growth Tops Agenda At Cabinet Lekgotla

Economic growth and implementation of existing government plans have taken centre stage at the extended Cabinet Lekgotla currently underway at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential… Read more »

South Africa: Pollsmoor Intervention - Commissioner Makgothi Thobakgale Vows 'Accountability and Consequences'

Correctional Services National Commissioner, Makgothi Thobakgale, has authorised an immediate management intervention at Pollsmoor Correctional Facility in a move to address… Read more »

South Africa: KZN Government Reaffirms Commitment to Safeguarding Education Amid Financial Strain

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has reaffirmed the provincial government's commitment to ensuring that no learner is left behind, despite the financial pressures confronting… Read more »

South Africa: Commercial Operation of Kusile Unit 6 Commended

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has commended the successful completion of Eskom's Mega Build Project following the commercial operation of Kusile Unit 6. Read more »

South Africa: Mashatile to Embark On a Service Delivery Working Visit to Qunu in E Cape

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will embark on a service delivery visit to the community of Qunu, in the Eastern Cape on Thursday. Read more »

South Africa: Residents and Officials Roll Up Their Sleeves to Clean Up Dakota Beach

Volunteers spanning multiple generations have participated in a clean-up of Dakota Beach in Isiphingo, as the country observed the annual International Coastal Clean-Up Campaign. Read more »

South Africa: Western Cape Police Seize Drugs and Firearms in Targeted Operations

Persistent efforts by members of Operation Shanela II and Public Order Police have delivered significant breakthroughs in the fight against drugs and illegal firearms in the… Read more »

South Africa: Over 1 000 Suspects Arrested in North West

A total of 1 267 suspects were arrested across the North West province during weekly joint law enforcement operations under Operation Shanela II, conducted between 22 and 28… Read more »

South Africa: Western Cape, São Paulo Collaborate Ahead of 2025 Regional Leaders' Summit

The Western Cape Provincial Government has successfully engaged with its counterparts from São Paulo, Brazil, in preparation for the 12th Regional Leaders' Summit (RLS). Read more »

South Africa: Severe Storm Warnings Issued Across South Africa

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued severe storm warnings for various provinces, urging residents and motorists to exercise caution as unpredictable weather… Read more »

South Africa: Business Ties With the United States Strong and Expanding - President

President Cyril Ramaphosa says engagements in the United States show that South African and US businesses remain deeply connected and committed to mutually beneficial partnerships… Read more »

South Africa: SIU Uncovers Syndicates Which Allegedly Looted R2 Billion At Tembisa Hospital

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says its investigation into corruption at Tembisa Hospital, in Ekurhuleni, has uncovered three coordinated syndicates, responsible for the… Read more »

South Africa: Ethekwini Renews Groundbreaking Partnership With Leading Universities

The eThekwini Municipality has renewed its long-standing partnership with five leading institutions of higher learning, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, collaboration, and… Read more »

South Africa: President Establishes Inquiry Into DPP Chauke's Fitness to Hold Office

President Cyril Ramaphosa has established an inquiry into the fitness of Advocate Andrew Chauke to continue serving as Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). Read more »

South Africa: Eskom Generating Fleet Shows 'Stability and Improved Reliability'

Eskom says the current improvement in unplanned outages at generating units is a sign of the generation fleet's increasing reliability. Read more »