The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) says it has received no further reports of dead sardines since 10 September, indicating that the acute mortality phase has ended.
Police have arrested 30 suspects—25 in KwaZulu-Natal and five in Gauteng—in connection with public violence and unlawful protests.
South Africa’s Class of 2026 has pledged to uphold honesty, discipline and integrity as learners prepare to begin their National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations on Tuesday.
Police in KwaZulu-Natal have arrested a man who allegedly threatened that he and his followers would shut down Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday to prevent the MTN8 Cup final between Orlando Pirates FC and Mamelodi Sundowns from taking place.
The South African National Parks (SANParks) has welcomed the guilty verdict against former Kruger National Park Regional Ranger, Rodney Landela, and former State Veterinary Service Animal Health Technician, Kenneth Mochocho, for the illegal hunting and killing of a white rhino in a protected area, as well as possession of a firearm with the intent to commit a crime.
The National Commissioner of Correctional Services, Makgothi Samuel Thobakgale, has encouraged the 268 Grade 12 candidates from the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) who will sit for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations to remain focused and draw confidence from the effort they have invested in their studies.
The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has paid tribute to Navanethem “Navi” Pillay after she was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, describing the achievement as exceptional and a proud moment not only for South Africa but also for the African continent.
With misinformation and disinformation spreading faster and reaching wider audiences, Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Kenny Morolong, has urged government communicators to provide credible, timely information that strengthens trust between citizens and the state.
Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister David Maynier has declared 18 properties in the Eastern Cape, covering 10 225.9242 hectares, as the Grasslands National Park.
Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli has emphasised the importance of the work done by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) in aiding government to plan and deliver services to citizens.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated veteran South African jurist Justice Navanethem “Navi” Pillay on being awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced three investment initiatives worth more than R120 billion aimed at driving industrialisation, expanding manufacturing and creating employment opportunities in the Free State.
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Dr Jack Bloom will conduct an oversight visit to Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality in the Free State to investigate reports of sewage pollution and safety concerns following repeated drownings at an unsecured quarry.
KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi has joined traditional leaders in calling on men to take a stand against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) and play an active role in protecting women and children.
The Department of Higher Education and Training is targeting more than 520 000 enrolments at Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges and funding for over 700 000 students through the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) in the current financial year.
