South Africa

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) will convene the second leg of the National Investigative Hearing into South Africa’s Food Systems on Monday.

Two men arrested for the illegal fitting and possession of blue lights on a private motor vehicle, are set to appear in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court today, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said.

The Government of South Africa, in collaboration with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Business Council and the SADC Secretariat, will host the 2026 Annual SADC Industrialisation Week later this month.

The Portfolio Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation has welcomed the launch of the inaugural National Science Month (NSM), saying the initiative makes science more accessible and meaningful while showing how scientific research contributes to improving lives and addressing real societal challenges.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is positioning itself as a leading digital investment destination, with growing confidence from some of the world's biggest technology companies expected to drive economic growth, innovation and job creation.

The Western Cape Government has successfully concluded its coordinated humanitarian operation to assist foreign nationals who voluntarily elected to return to their countries of origin.

The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has expressed deep concern and strongly condemns the violent service delivery protests that unfolded in Extension 4, Ratanda, in Lesedi Local Municipality on Friday.

The eThekwini Municipality has urged members of the public, employers and transport operators to stop dropping off undocumented foreign nationals at the former Durban Drive-In site, saying the facility is no longer operational.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Northern Cape has warned members of the public against individuals and groups unlawfully demanding to inspect identity documents under the guise of addressing illegal immigration.

Eskom says it continues to maintain a stable and reliable electricity supply, with improved generation performance enabling the utility to meet rising winter demand while reducing reliance on diesel-fired generation.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called on Chinese vehicle manufacturer Chery International to prioritise local suppliers and youth-owned businesses as it establishes its first vehicle assembly plant in South Africa.

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) and the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will strengthen collaboration between environmental and health experts to better understand and address the impact of air pollution on the health and well-being of South Africans.

Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela has led an intensive service delivery intervention in Merafong, reaffirming the Gauteng Provincial Government's commitment to improving road infrastructure and enhancing service delivery.

The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation has officially launched the country's inaugural National Science Month, marking a new chapter in efforts to strengthen public engagement with science, technology and innovation.

The Department of Home Affairs has announced the extension of its operating hours to accommodate an expected increase demand for services due to the school holidays.