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Cash-in-transit heist suspects shot dead

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Four suspects have been shot dead and two rifles and a pistol have been recovered by members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) following a foiled cross-pavement robbery at a filling station in the Bram Fischer area in Soweto.

Government urges business to observe COVID-19 safety protocols

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With many businesses expected to reopen on Monday following the festive season break, the Department of Employment and Labour has called for the observation of health and safety measures that will not expose employees to COVID-19.

Government gears up to roll-out COVID-19 vaccine

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Healthcare workers will be first in line for inoculation after South Africa secured 1.5 million doses of the Oxford University-AstraZeneca vaccine which will be rolled out this month.

Youth urged to be resilient and conquer challenges

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Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu has rallied the youth to be resilient in the face of the challenges currently besetting the country, saying this would propel the country to greater heights.

Govt turns to medical schemes to co-subsidise vaccine

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Health Minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize, says while the fiscus will carry the burden of procuring the COVID-19 vaccine aimed at preventing the further spread of the virus and loss of life, government will reach out to medical schemes to make a contribution.

Suspect arrested for illegal possession of Ivermectin

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A suspect is expected to apply for bail in the Verulam Magistrates Court on Friday after he was arrested for illegal possession of Ivermectin, an animal drug not confirmed for COVID-19 infection management.

Condolences for Themba Kojana

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Eastern Cape MEC for Education Fundile Gade, has paid tribute to Head of Department, Themba Kojana for his dedication in transforming the education sector.