March 22
South Africa: Employment Programmes Must Create Long-Term Opportunities - Deputy President
Public employment programmes must not entrench dependency, but create pathways to skills, work experience, and long-term opportunities. Read more »
South Africa: North West Intensifies FMD Vaccination Drive Across Districts
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has reiterated its commitment to working closely with farmers to curb the spread of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Officiate Reburial Ceremony of Khoi-SAN Ancestral Human Remains
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Monday, 23 March 2026, officiate the reburial ceremony of Khoi-San ancestral human remains at the Kinderlê Monument in Steinkopf, Northern… Read more »
South Africa: SA Commits to Turning Global Gender Pledges Into Real Change
South Africa has reiterated its commitment to translating global commitments into concrete national programmes that advance the rights, dignity and empowerment of all women and… Read more »
South Africa: KZN Calls On Remaining Districts to Prepare for FMD Vaccinations
KwaZulu-Natal Agriculture and Rural Development MEC, Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, has called on districts that are yet to receive vaccinations against Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD)… Read more »
March 20
South Africa: Decline in Road Crash Stats
Government is making progress in reducing road accidents, with the latest preliminary data for the period 1 January to 15 March showing an 11% decline in crashes compared to the… Read more »
South Africa: President to Hand Over Title Deeds in Kwazulu-Natal
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to preside over a significant land restitution milestone today as government hands over title deeds to communities in uMzimkhulu in KwaZulu-Natal. Read more »
March 19
South Africa: Home Affairs Reform Sees Recognition of Muslim Marriage Officers
The Department of Home Affairs has delivered another important reform to advance equality and fairness for the Muslim faith community by ensuring that Muslim marriage officers are… Read more »
South Africa: Mhlauli to Host Youth Services Expo in Kuruman
Bringing essential government services and opportunities directly to young people will be at the core of Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli's visit to Kuruman in… Read more »
South Africa: Mahlobo Calls for Science-Driven Action to Tackle Water Crisis
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo has underscored the critical role of academic institutions in shaping solutions to South Africa's water challenges. Read more »
South Africa: Fuel Supply Stable in the Immediate Term, Says DMPR
South Africans can be assured that fuel supply in the country remains stable in the immediate term. Read more »
South Africa: Furniture Design Capabilities to Come to the Fore
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition's (dtic) Furniture Master Plan's objectives of strengthening local manufacturing capability and expanding opportunities for small… Read more »
South Africa: Government Conveys Condolences Following the Passing of Two Journalists
Government has extended its heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, colleagues, and the media fraternity on the passing of Nompumelelo Magagula and Jonisayi Maromo, two… Read more »
South Africa: Three Suspects Killed in Shootout With Hawks
Three suspects were fatally wounded in a high-speed chase and shootout out with the Hawks Tactical Operations Management Team in Crystal Park in Gauteng, said the Hawks. Read more »
March 18
South Africa: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Five Provinces
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning for severe thunderstorms in the Northern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga on Wednesday. Read more »
South Africa: Probe Into Prasa Contract Irregularities Continues
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has provided an update on an independent forensic investigation into irregularities in seven contracts awarded for the… Read more »
South Africa: Government Moves to Curb Underspending of Human Settlements Grants
The Department of Human Settlements is implementing a range of measures to curb the underspending of grants, and improve the delivery of housing and related infrastructure. Read more »
South Africa: 30 Years On - Students Join the Conversation On South Africa's Constitutional Journey
The Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Andries Nel is expected to host a student engagement as part of the Human Rights Month programme. Read more »
South Africa: President Hails Successful Separation of Conjoined Twins At Limpopo Hospital
President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated Dr Nyaweleni Tshifularo and his medical team for successfully separating conjoined twins in a groundbreaking operation at a rural… Read more »
South Africa: About 3.4 Million Households Registered for Housing Assistance
Approximately 3.4 million households have registered for government housing assistance, Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane told the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) on… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Answers Parliament On Mkhwanazi Allegations
President Cyril Ramaphosa has submitted responses to Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Police Commissioner,… Read more »
South Africa: Ethekwini Intensifies Compliance Inspections to Curb Hazardous Risks
The eThekwini Municipality has intensified compliance inspections across the city to ensure that people living and working near hazardous operations remain safe and protected. Read more »
South Africa: Postbank Obtains Fsp License
The Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Mondli Gungubele, has welcomed with delight the successful registration of Postbank as a licensed Financial Services… Read more »
South Africa: Media an Important Cog in Electoral Democracy
As the country moves towards the Local Government Elections (LGE), the Independent Electoral Commission has emphasised the important role played by media in safeguarding electoral… Read more »
South Africa: Hlabisa Reaffirms Ddm As Key to Coordinated Service Delivery
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has reaffirmed the District Development Model (DDM) as a central pillar of South Africa's… Read more »
