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Eight more arrested for July 2021 unrest

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An additional eight suspects have been arrested for inciting the 2021 July unrest that claimed over 300 lives and left a trail of destruction in KwaZulu-Natal and parts of Gauteng.

Efforts to formalise waste reclaimers

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As South Africa promotes a sustainable approach to waste management, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) plans to collaborate with waste reclaimer organisations to further integrate them into circular economy waste streams.

SA finetunes water strategy to mitigate climate change

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Measures to mitigate the effects of climate change, which poses a dire threat to water security, agriculture, health and energy, have come into sharp focus at the public consultations on the third edition of the National Water Resources Strategy (NWRS-3).

Eskom empowers staff and community on renewable energy

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Eskom and the South African Renewable Energy Technology Centre (SARETEC) have embarked on a collaboration that aims to train and upskill staff at the Komati Power Station and qualifying community members around the power station to become renewable energy artisans.

Gauteng Traffic Police to engage learners on safety

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In an effort to create a conducive and safe learning environment for learners and teachers, the Gauteng Traffic Police led by female officers will conduct a safety dialogue session at Refihlilepele Primary School in Soshanguve, Tshwane.

SIU, CSIR collaborate to fight cybercrime

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A memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is expected to strengthen the corruption-busting unit’s hand in fighting maladministration, corruption and fraud.

Men must be transparent about their feelings: Nzimande

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Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Dr Blade Nzimande, says it is critical that men and boys have outlets not only to learn about gender equity and positive gender representation, but to be able to address their hurts and pains, and be transparent about their feelings.