South Africa: Young People Urged to Steer Clear of Drugs and Alcohol Abuse

As festive season celebrations get underway, the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has called on young people to avoid alcohol and substance abuse. Read more »

South Africa: Bafana Bafana Congratulated for Afcon Opening Victory

Government has congratulated Bafana Bafana for their win over Angola in the national football team's opening game of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. Read more »

South Africa: Condolences for Veteran NPA Prosecutor

Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has extended condolences on the passing of the National Prosecuting Authority Gauteng Deputy Director of Public… Read more »

Africa: Weather Service Issues Disruptive Rain, Fire Danger Warning Across South Africa

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a weather warning for disruptive rains and severe thunderstorms across the country for today. Read more »

South Africa: Table Mountain Ready to Welcome Visitors This Festive Season

The South African National Parks (SANParks) says it is fully prepared to welcome increased visitor numbers to Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) this festive season. Read more »

South Africa: RTMC Urges Motorists to Ensure Full Road Traffic Compliance

The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has encouraged vehicle owners to use their end of year bonuses and payouts from savings clubs or stokvels to fix their vehicles and… Read more »

Africa: South Africa Defends Immigration Enforcement, Engages U.S. Over Data Allegations

South Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing its immigration laws and upholding national sovereignty, while indicating that allegations involving the private data of… Read more »

Africa: Mashatile Hails Mafolo's Role in Shaping Democratic South Africa

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has paid tribute to late ANC stalwart and intellectual Magashe Titus Mafolo, describing him as a principled leader whose life's work helped shape… Read more »

South Africa: Be Vigilant As Heavy Rainfall Expected Over Festive Season

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has called for heightened vigilance as above-normal rainfall and thunderstorms are expected… Read more »

South Africa: R563 Remains Closed Amid Serious Safety Risks

The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has confirmed that the affected section of the R563 will remain closed to traffic after geotechnical assessments found the area to be… Read more »

South Africa: President Confirms Nominations to National Dialogue Steering Committee

President Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed the nominations to the Steering Committee of the National Dialogue, marking a key milestone in the establishment of a citizen led, inclusive… Read more »

South Africa: Heritage Council Mourns Passing of Council Member

The National Heritage Council of South Africa (NHC) has announced the passing of its Council Member, Dr Natalie Skeepers, saying her passing is a loss to the public sector. Read more »

South Africa: Kruger National Park Implements Gate Quotas to Avoid Overcrowding

The South African National Parks (SANParks) has advised day visitors planning to visit the Kruger National Park (KNP) during the festive season that gate quotas will be in place to… Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Extraordinary Summit Considers Madagascar Report

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the Southern African Development Community (SADC) will consider a report on the political and security situation in Madagascar. Read more »

South Africa: Warm-to-Cool Conditions for Christmas, New Year Period

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) expects partly cloudy and warm-to-cool conditions across much of the country during the Christmas and the New Year period. Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Receives Interim Report of Madlanga Commission

President Cyril Ramaphosa has received the interim report of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and Corruption in the Criminal Justice… Read more »

South Africa: Seven Kenyan Nationals Arrested for Working Illegally in South Africa

Seven Kenyan nationals were arrested for allegedly working at a centre, despite entering the country on a tourist visa. Read more »

South Africa: Minister Simelane to Conduct Oversight Visit to Free State Housing Project

Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane, is expected to conduct an oversight visit to the Baken Park Catalytic Housing Project located in Bethlehem in the Free State today,… Read more »

South Africa: Majodina Calls for Responsible Water Use This Festive Season

As South Africans travel to various holiday destinations during the festive season, Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina, has reiterated her call for the public to use… Read more »

South Africa: Reminder for Trustees' Deadline to File Itr12t

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has reiterated to trustees the importance of voluntary compliance in maintaining trust in the country's tax system. Read more »

South Africa: Stern Warning Against Reckless Behaviour On Gauteng Roads

The Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has warned motorists that there will be zero tolerance for unroadworthy vehicles, reckless behaviour, or… Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Warns Against False Narratives Aimed At Dividing South Africans

President Cyril Ramaphosa has cautioned against misinformation and false narratives that seek to portray South Africa as a deeply divided society, warning that such narratives are… Read more »

South Africa: Ramokgopa Announces 890mw Solar Boost As Renewable Rollout Accelerates

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has announced the appointment of additional Preferred Bidders to deliver 890 megawatts (MW) of solar photovoltaic (PV)… Read more »

South Africa: Majodina in Lesotho

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has expressed satisfaction with progress made on Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP), with 48% of construction… Read more »

South Africa: Department Welcomes High Court Judgement On the Publishing NSC Results

The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has welcomed a high court decision confirming the publication of the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examination results in newspapers and… Read more »