South Africa: SANDF Confirms Payment to DR Congo-Deployed Soldiers

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has assured its members, their families, and the public that all operational allowances owed to personnel deployed to the Southern… Read more »

South Africa: SA Working the Ground in U.S. to Secure Fair Trade Deal - President Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is actively engaging the United States to secure a fair trade and investment deal, with government representatives currently in… Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Calls for Strengthened Multilateralism, Equitable Global Trade

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on BRICS nations to take the lead in strengthening multilateralism and reshaping global trade to better serve developing economies. Read more »

South Africa: Deputy President Mashatile to Open 12th SA Aids Conference

Deputy President Paul Mashatile, in his capacity as Chairperson of the South African National AIDS Council (SANAC), will on Monday afternoon, 8 September 2025, open the 12th SA… Read more »

South Africa: Rape Suspect Re-Arrested in Rustenburg

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has re-arrested a 23-year-old rape suspect days after he escaped from lawful custody. Read more »

South Africa: SA Secures Access to Export Fish Products in Us Market

South Africa's fishing industry has secured access to export fish and fish products from listed fisheries to the United States beyond January 2026. Read more »

South Africa: Deputy Minister Warns Against Criminality in Courts After Athlone Shooting

Justice and Constitutional Development Deputy Minister Andries Nel has sent a strong warning to would be wrongdoers that South Africa's courts cannot be turned into a place for… Read more »

South Africa: Nzimande Calls for Enhanced Tech Adoption in Developing Countries

Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, has used the GovTech 2025 Conference, held in Durban, to highlight the challenges faced by many developing… Read more »

South Africa: Deputy President Pays Tribute to Late Ambassador 'Mj' Mahlangu

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has hailed the late Ambassador Mninwa Johannes Mahlangu as a "beacon of light" and a source of inspiration for those who knew him. Read more »

South Africa: Saws Issues KZN Weather Warning

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms, with heavy downpours expected over the north-western parts of KwaZulu-Natal. Read more »

South Africa: DTIC Responds to Draft National Credit Regulations Concerns

Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, has moved to assure the public that the recently published Draft National Credit Regulations are not targeted at prejudicing… Read more »

Africa: Environment Minister Dion George to Attend Africa Climate Summit

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister, Dr Dion George, is expected to attend the second Africa Climate Summit in Ethiopia this week. Read more »

South Africa: R8m Gauteng Enterprise Propellor Tender Set Aside

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed a ruling by the Special Tribunal to set aside an R8 million tender awarded by the Gauteng Enterprise Propeller (GEP). Read more »

South Africa: Motsoaledi Undergoes Successful Eye Surgery At Public Hospital

Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, has undergone successful eye surgery performed by a predominantly young team of medical professionals at St John Eye Clinic in Chris Hani… Read more »

South Africa: Treasury and SARS Invite Public Comment On Draft 2025 Taxation Laws Amendment Bill

National Treasury and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have invited the public to comment on the 2025 draft Taxation Laws Amendment Bill (TLAB) and its accompanying… Read more »

South Africa: Health Dept Wishes Motsoaledi Well As He Undergoes Eye Surgery

The Department of Health Has extended its best wishes to the Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, as he prepares for a scheduled eye operation on Thursday, 4 September 2025, at… Read more »

South Africa: Prosecution to Commence Over Jagersfontein Tailings Dam Failure

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), in collaboration with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), have confirmed that criminal proceedings are… Read more »

South Africa: KZN Finance Commends Umkhanyakude Municipality's Commitment On Financial Discipline

KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers has commended an undertaking by uMkhanyakude District Municipality leadership to improve consequence management and enforce… Read more »

South Africa: Durban Gears Up for Global reSURGEnce Conference 2025

Durban is once again poised to take centre stage as it prepares to host the highly anticipated reSURGEnce Conference Durban 2025, set for 20-24 September, at the Inkosi Albert… Read more »

South Africa: Mashatile Mourns Former Gauteng MEC Dikgang Uhuru Moiloa

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has paid tribute to the late former Gauteng MEC Dikgang Uhuru Moiloa, who passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, 29 August 2025, describing him… Read more »

South Africa: NPA Welcomes Court Decision in Senzo Meyiwa Case

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has welcomed the dismissal of the S174 applications brought by accused number four, Mthokozisi Maphisa, in the Senzo Meyiwa case. Read more »

South Africa: Deputy President to Conduct Oversight Visit to the Western Cape

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will conduct an oversight visit to the Western Cape, specifically the Overberg District Municipality, this week. Read more »

South Africa: Former Eskom Contractor Sentenced for Fraud and Money Laundering

The Mpumalanga Specialised Commercial Crimes Court has sentenced a former Eskom contractor to some 16 years imprisonment, wholly suspended, after she pleaded guilty to charges of… Read more »

South Africa: Condolences for Jazz Musician, Ernest 'Stompie' Manana

Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Matome Chiloane has extended his condolences following the passing of legendary jazz musician, Ernest "Stompie"… Read more »

South Africa: Petrol, Diesel Prices to Decrease From Wednesday

Some relief will be felt at the pumps this month when all grades of petrol and diesel record decreases from Wednesday. Read more »