South Africa

Eskom has warned that it may implement stage 2 load shedding at short notice for the rest of this week as it continues to battle challenges at its power stations.

The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) has received a Coastal Waters Discharge Permit, which enables the organisation to move forward with the proposed coastal-dependent industries, including projects for power provision, desalination and aquaculture.

Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), Amos Masondo, is leading a high-level delegation of Members of Parliament to the 65th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) taking place in Halifax, Canada, from 22 to 26 August 2022.

The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) is revitalising its long-distance services following the temporary disruption of services due to theft and vandalism of rail infrastructure and logistical issues.

Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu, will on Tuesday lead discussions on medium- to long-term interventions to address water challenges in Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality (NMBMM).

President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended the impact made by the Youth Employment Programme not only in terms of job creation but also in how it has added value in the school sector.

Over 2000 suspects were arrested across Gauteng in police operations aimed at rooting out crime.

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Patricia de Lille, has approved the release of four State-owned land parcels for human settlement developments and accommodation for households affected by the KwaZulu-Natal floods.

The Department of Health has wished the Chairperson of the South African Medical Association (SAMA), Dr Mvuyisi Mzukwa, speedy recovery following a stabbing incident over the weekend.

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, has welcomed the signing into law of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Amendment Act, 2022.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the new Local Government: Municipal Systems Amendment Bill that he has signed into law, will strengthen capacity and improve ethical standards in local municipalities.

AmaZulu King, Misuzulu Sinqobile Hlomesakhishlangu kaZwelithini, has officially been introduced to the ancestors and his people during his Ukungena esibayeni (entering the kraal) ceremony, known traditionally as Ukucocwa KweSilo.

North West Education MEC, Mmaphefo Matsemela, has extended her heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, learners and teacher at the Vyfhoek Primary School in Potchefstroom following the tragic death of five school learners on Thursday.

Eskom has warned that although load shedding has been suspended, the risk of its return remains high over the weekend.

Gauteng Premier David Makhura says putting proper infrastructure and resources into sports facilities in townships will have a positive effect on the lives of young people.