S Africa’s infrastructure at a crossroads – council

Industry body Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) has emphasised the significance of maintenance as a proactive measure against further decay of South Africa’s infrastructure. The council... 

Health Dept calls for innovations, investments in public health sector to eliminate TB

The Deputy Minister of Health Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo has called for greater investments to support the Brics TB Research Network and expressed his support for innovations in therapeutics,... 

Mavuso Msimang’s resignation from ANC is regrettable – Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed regret over Mavuso Msimang’s decision to resign as a member of the African National Congress (ANC).  Msimang was the Deputy President of the ANC Veterans... 

Motsoaledi extends Lesotho and Zimbabwe exemption permits

Home Affairs Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has announced the extension of exemption permits to Lesotho and Zimbabwe nationals living and working in South Africa for another two-years, ending... 

IFP blasts KZN Premier over ‘evasive’ response to details on land lease agreements

The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) has criticised KwaZulu-Natal Premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube for providing an “evasive” and “sarcastic” response to its parliamentary questions on land lease agreements... 

Hawks head calls for resources to help investigate over 19 000 cases, affirms support for NPA

The national head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks), Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya, has expressed his confidence in the National Prosecuting Authority to take cases to... 

DA demands tougher public service sanctions after State loses R1.5bn to financial misconduct

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has appealed to the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) to enact tougher sanctions against financial misconduct on the part of public servants and to... 

Parliament says progress made in restoring fire-damaged infrastructure, planned completion date November 2025

Parliament has said that progress is being made in the restoration of its infrastructure that was damaged by a major fire in 2022, with the planned completion date scheduled for November 28, 2025.... 

DA slams Eskom rebranding amid high electricity tariffs, loadshedding

The Democratic Alliance has expressed its disapproval of a tender recently issued by Eskom tasking suppliers to provide services for the design of a new logo and the development of a new corporate... 

Ramaphosa says battle against coal syndicates gaining traction

President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed the efforts by law enforcement agencies and the South African Revenue Service to bust coal smuggling syndicates operating in the country. Planned search and... 

Brenthurst Foundation survey shows decline in ANC support, mounting coalition support

A recent voter opinion survey conducted by think tank the Brenthurst Foundation, in collaboration with international strategic communications and campaigns consultancy SABI Strategy Group, has... 

Ramaphosa to attend Cairo Summit for Peace amid Israel-Palestine conflict

President Cyril Ramaphosa will attend the Cairo Summit for Peace on Saturday as the fighting between Israel and Hamas enters its second week.  On the invitation by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah... 

Pandor spoke with Hamas leader about aid, conflict mediation – Dirco

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation has provided clarity on the discussion between Minister Naledi Pandor and Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. Dirco said Pandor received a request... 

International Relations Committee chairperson appeals for peace in Gaza Strip

Amid ongoing hostilities between Israel and Palestine, the Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation has expressed its concern at what it holds are “the grave atrocities... 

Ex SAA board chairperson Dudu Myeni arrested on charges of fraud and corruption

Former South African Airways Board chairperson Dudu Myeni was arrested on Friday on charges of corruption and fraud exceeding R300 000 for gratifications offered and received from Bosasa and its... 

Presidency honours Aziz Pahad with official funeral

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that former politician and anti-apartheid activist Aziz Pahad will be granted a Special Official Funeral Category 2 on Saturday. Pahad, who served as the... 

DA wants Mbalula in prison for contempt of court

The Democratic Alliance has condemned the African National Congress’  “latest attempt to defy a court order” compelling it to make public its cadre deployment records, as a consequence, the DA will... 

ANC says renaming William Nicol Drive reflects efforts to encourage social cohesion

The renaming of William Nicol Drive to Winnie Mandela Drive has been lauded by the African National Congress as a powerful symbol of South Africa’s heritage and history. The City of Johannesburg,... 

DA wants Pappas to lead KZN next year

uMngeni Mayor Chris Pappas has been announced as the Democratic Alliance’s Premier candidate in KwaZulu-Natal for the 2024 national elections. This announcement was made on Monday by DA leader John... 

Prominent activists convene to discuss worsening food crisis for children

A group of activists fighting for food access and affordability gathered on Thursday to discuss the effects of the worsening food crisis on children, amid severe acute malnutrition and hunger.  The... 

Justice dept produces progress report on Zondo Commission recommendations

Affirming its stance on the recommendations of the Zondo Commission of Enquiry into State Capture, the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has released a detailed progress report... 

PSA demands urgent consultation over imminent closure of Public Enterprises dept

The Public Servants Association on Monday expressed its concern over the future of employees at the Department of Public Enterprises amid reports that plans for its closure are at an advanced... 

Ramaphosa calls for review of housing laws, policies following Joburg fire

As South Africans come to terms with the deaths in the wake of the devastating apartment fire in Marshalltown last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for a review of laws and policies to... 

JHB fire: Gauteng govt urges families to identify bodies of loved ones

The Gauteng Department of Health is asking bereaved families of victims of the Johannesburg inner-city building fire to visit the Gauteng Forensic Pathology Service mortuary, in Diepkloof, to... 

ActionSA withdraws no confidence motion, DA calls for fresh elections to stablise Joburg

ActionSA has temporarily withdrawn its motion of no confidence against City of Johannesburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda. The party said it was dismayed by the Democratic Alliance’s (DA’s) latest decision... 

Mbalula champions multilateralism, celebrates 25 years of China-SA relations

African National Congress secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has called for the advancement of multilateralism at the China-SA Relations Seminar, which took place on Friday. January 1 marks the... 

Resolution of taxi strike met with strong collective approval

The South African National Taxi Council has put an end to its industrial action with immediate effect, following a meeting with the City of Cape Town to find amicable solutions that address... 

Newly launched Chapter Zero Southern Africa aims to tackle looming climate emergency

Business leaders have joined forces to launch Chapter Zero Southern Africa, a community of eminent board chairpersons and senior directors to lead and engage in boardroom discussions to ensure that... 

NCOP chair appeals for stronger interventions across Africa to tackle climate change

National Council of Provinces chairperson Amos Masondo has urged for stronger and more sustainable interventions across all spheres of government and society to halt and reverse the harmful effects... 

Cope is still a registered political party, IEC confirms

The Electoral Commission has verified the registration of the Congress of the People as a political party. This comes after news reports alleged that the party was deregistered. Party spokesperson... 

Parliament hits back at Zondo’s State capture remarks

Parliament has strongly objected to the public criticisms made by Chief Justice and former Head of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Allegations of State Capture Raymond Zondo for suggesting... 

Ramaphosa welcomes Dutch, Danish counterparts in joint working visit

President Cyril Ramaphosa outlined the country’s challenges and stressed the importance of partnerships in his opening remarks during official joint working visit of the Netherlands and Denmark, in... 

Zikalala moves for prosecution, blacklisting of fraudulent contractors

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Sihle Zikalala has issued a severe warning to construction companies and developers who siphon government funds and abandon construction projects without... 

Professor Taole Mokoena is SA’s new Health Ombud

Minister of Health Dr Joe Phaahla announced on Friday the appointment of Professor Taole Mokoena as the new Health Ombud of South Africa as of June 1. Mokoena is a graduate of the Universities of... 

SAFCEI critical of govt’s new nuclear procurement plans

Multifaith environmental justice organisation, South African Faith Communities Environment Institute, has decried the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy’s plans to procure more nuclear... 

Numsa condemns Gordhan’s appeal against loadshedding exemption

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa has criticised Minister of Public Enterprises Pravin Gordhan for his decision to appeal the High Court judgment which orders public schools,... 

Impending power, water cuts threaten businesses owing CoJ

Businesses in the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) have been alerted to the possibility of having their electricity or water disconnected, owing to the sizable monetary debt owed to the municipality. The... 

DA says SA’s pro-Russia stance revealed by landing of sanctioned military aircraft

The Democratic Alliance has condemned the landing of a sanctioned commercial military aircraft at the Waterkloof Air Force Base on April 24, which it says is the latest example of South Africa’s... 

Human Rights Commission welcomes approval of Sign Language as twelfth official language

The South African Human Rights Commission has applauded the passing of the Bill to recognise South African Sign Language as the 12th official language in the country. The Bill was passed by the... 

Presidency, ANC clarify position on ICC, ANC says leaving is a ‘last resort’

Following contradictory comments from various members, the African National Congress has resolved to clarify its position on South Africa’s mooted withdrawal from the International Criminal Court...