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Black professionals to transform energy sector

Energy Minister Jeff Radebe says the launch of the Black Energy Professionals Association (BEPA) will allow black professionals to get their hands dirty and work towards transformation in the energy sector.

Government identifies land for previously disadvantaged

The Department of Environmental Affairs and stakeholder within the environmental sector are identifying 10 million hectares of suitable land for previously disadvantaged individuals and communities to participate as owners of sustainable wildlife-based business ventures.

Madikizela-Mandela: a fearless fighter to the end

Late struggle icon Winnie Madikizela-Mandela stood firm against the apartheid regime and did not give up on the struggle for liberation, even though she was detained and harassed numerous times.

Gauteng dam levels improve

Most Gauteng dams are bursting at the seams, thanks to the incessant rains that fell over large parts of the province recently.

Police bust drug lab in Orlando

Police have made a major breakthrough in the fight against the scourge of drugs with the discovery of what appears to be a drug laboratory at a house in Orlando West, Soweto, this morning.

Apply early to secure your child's school

As the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) prepares to open the 2019 Online Application System for Grade 1 and 8 admissions on Monday, 16 April 2018, it has urged parents to submit their applications early.

All systems go for Mama Winnie's funeral

Police and law enforcement agencies have asked mourners and residents of Orlando, Soweto, to take note of road closures that will take place ahead and for the funeral of struggle veteran Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, on Saturday.

Minimum wage bill before Parliamentary Portfolio Committee

The Department of Labour says the National Minimum Wage (NMW) Bill and supporting Basic Conditions of Employment and Labour Relations Bills are currently before the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on labour, for consideration.

General Sitole appalled by police corruption

National Police Commissioner General Khehla John Sitole is appalled at the 17 police officers arrested on allegations of fraud and corruption related to the East London port of entry.

SA to participate in SACU meeting

Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies is in Namibia where he will attend the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) Council of Ministers meeting that gets underway today.