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Progress in payment of private student accommodation

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The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Administrator, Freeman Nomvalo, says a bulk payment of accommodation allowances was processed by the end of May 2024 and beginning of June 2024, with the next scheduled payment expected by mid-June 2024.

Gauteng police dismantle drug lab in Alberton

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Gauteng Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Tommy Mthombeni has commended South African Police Service (SAPS) members involved in dismantling an underground drug laboratory worth millions in Alberton on Friday.

SA to attend high level conference on Gaza

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Justice and Constitutional Development (DJCOD) Minister, Ronald Lamola is expected to lead a South African delegation to the High Level Conference titled the “Call for Action: Urgent Humanitarian Response to Gaza”.

KZN Premier congratulates Comrades winners

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KwaZulu-Natal Premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube has congratulated Comrade Marathon champions, Piet Wiersma of the Netherlands and South Africa’s Gerda Steyn, for winning the 97th edition of the marathon on Sunday.

Gautrain marks 14 years of operations

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As Gautrain marks 14 years of operations, Gautrain Management Agency Chief Executive Officer, Tshepo Kgobe has described the high-speed rail network as a trailblazer in the South African rail and public transport sector.

Limpopo Working on Fire prepares for winter fire season

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The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment and Working on Fire-Kishugu Joint Venture (WOF-Kishugu JV) in Limpopo, has officially started preparations for the winter fire season through the Yellow Card Training Assessments to mentally and physically prepare its firefighters in the province. 

Dark and Lovely Moisture Plus Kits recalled

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The National Consumer Commission (NCC) is urging consumers in possession of 50ml single use neutralizing shampoo contained in Dark and Lovely Moisture Plus Kits (Regular, and Super) and Dark and Lovely Anti Breakage Kit to discontinue use of the product and return it to the point of sale for a full refund.

Well wishes for officers in Comrades

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The National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), General Fannie Masemola, has wished police officers taking part in the Comrades Marathon well.

Call to minimise marine pollution

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Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment Minister, Barbara Creecy has urged citizens to play their part in minimising marine pollution by adopting sustainable practices, including reducing littering, participating in beach clean-ups, and recycling materials. 

New vehicle fleet for the SAPS

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Police Minister General Bheki Cele has handed over 130 cars to the Local Criminal Records Centre (LCRC) of the South African Police Service (SAPS).