South Africa: SARS Seize R3 Million Counterfeit Shoes At Lebombo Border Post

Customs officers of the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have seized possible counterfeit shoes with an estimated value of R3 million. Read more »

South Africa: SA Condemns Scheduled Executions of Students in Myanmar

The South African Government is deeply concerned about the scheduled executions of seven students at Dagon University by the military in Myanmar. Read more »

South Africa: North West Parents Urged to Immunise Children Against Measles

North West Health MEC, Madoda Sambatha, has urged parents and caregivers to take their children for immunisation against measles at their nearest healthcare facilities. Read more »

South Africa: Alleged Illegal Mining Kingpins Denied Bail

Four men have been denied bail in the Carletonville Magistrates' Court for their alleged involvement in illegal mining. Read more »

South Africa: Additional Covid-19 Booster Doses to Be Made Available

The Department of Health says additional COVID-19 vaccine booster doses will be made available to provide ongoing protection, especially for older people and those who are… Read more »

South Africa: Load Shedding Downgraded to Stage 4

Eskom has downgraded load shedding to Stage 4 this morning (Wednesday) after Stage 6 load shedding was implemented on Tuesday evening. Read more »

South Africa: South Africans Urged to Protect the Most Vulnerable Over the Festive Season

Social Development Minister, Lindiwe Zulu, has urged all South Africans to celebrate responsibly, protect the most vulnerable and keep those less privileged among them in their… Read more »

South Africa: Unused Govt Furniture Donated to NGOs

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has donated unused furniture to 25 community-based organisations in an effort to assist them continue to provide the… Read more »

South Africa: Govt Issues Rabies Warning in High Risk Areas

The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development has warned local residents and holidaymakers to be alert in rabies high risk areas. Read more »

South Africa: North West Labour Dept Urges Clients to Use Local Offices

The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) in the North West province has urged clients to visit their nearest labour centres to access services and ease the burden on neighbouring… Read more »

South Africa: Dube-Ncube Saddened By Drowning Incident At Durban Beach

KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Nomusa Dube-Ncube, has expressed shock and sadness following the news of a tragic drowning incident at Durban's North beach on Saturday. Read more »

South Africa: Jubilation As KZN Flood Victims Move to New Houses

Jubilation and ululations were the order of the day for over 400 families from various mass care shelters as they packed their belongings in preparation to move to their new homes… Read more »

South Africa: Eskom CEO Resigns

Eskom Chief Executive Officer, André de Ruyter, has resigned from the power utility. Read more »

South Africa: Load Shedding Reduced to Stage 4

Eskom has eased load shedding to Stage 4 until Sunday morning when it will then reduce further to Stage 3. Read more »

South Africa: SIU Seconded to Prasa to Investigate Corruption

The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) Board has seconded the Special Investigating Unit ( SIU) to probe corruption, which includes the existence of ghost workers,… Read more »

South Africa: No Impeachment Inquiry for President After MPs Reject Report

President Cyril Ramaphosa will not face an impeachment inquiry following a vote on the Section 89 Panel Report in the National Assembly on Tuesday. Read more »

South Africa: Panel Report to Shed Light On Basic Income Support

The Department of Social Development will today launch the Expert Panel Report on Basic Income Support in Kempton Park, Gauteng. Read more »

South Africa: Motorists Urged to Travel During the Daylight

Minister of Transport Fikile Mbalula has encouraged motorists travelling this festive season to embark on their journey during the daylight as it enhances alertness and visibility. Read more »

South Africa: MEC Commits to Accelerated Delivery of Road Construction Projects

Gauteng MEC for Transport and Logistics, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has vowed to intervene and fast track the completion of provincial road construction projects that have been… Read more »

South Africa: Treasury Engaging Public Enterprises, Eskom On Diesel Purchase Solutions

National Treasury says it continues to engage with the Department of Public Enterprises and Eskom with the aim of identifying solutions to the purchase of diesel. Read more »

South Africa: DMRE Signs 13 Renewable Energy Agreements

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has signed agreements with 13 renewable energy providers under Bid Window 5 of government's Renewable Energy Independent Power… Read more »

South Africa: Covid-19 Vaccine for Kids Aged Between 5 and 11 Next Year

Health Minister Joe Phaahla has announced that as of 2023 all children aged between five and 11 who are at risk of contracting severe COVID-19 will be able to receive the vaccine. Read more »

South Africa: Technical Team to Focus On Govt Debt Owed to Municipalities

Natal Executive Council has established a technical committee to focus on the debt owed by government to municipalities. Read more »

South Africa: Sex Work Amendment Bill Open for Public Comment

The Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Bill of 2022, which seeks to decriminalise sex work, has been published and is now open for public comment. Read more »

South Africa: President Declares 27 December a Public Holiday

South Africans will get to enjoy an extended Christmas with 27 December 2022 declared as a public holiday in lieu of Christmas Day falling on a Sunday. Read more »