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Government welcomes decline in unemployment rate

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The government has welcomed the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for the fourth quarter of 2025 results, which indicate an improvement in key labour market indicators.

KZN Premier confirms 288 Amakhosi as Commissioners of Oaths

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KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has reaffirmed the provincial government’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with traditional leadership, with 288 Amakhosi being officially designated as Commissioners of Oaths.

Call for stricter livestock permit controls

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Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has called for tighter regulation of livestock movement permits and the temporary suspension of physical auctions, as the province intensifies efforts to curb the spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD).

Alleged fraudster appears in court

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A 42-year-old woman arrested in connection with an alleged R10.5 million payroll fraud at Isuzu Motors South Africa in Struandale, Gqeberha, has been granted bail.

SONA Debate to get underway 

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Parliament will this afternoon reconvene for a joint sitting of the National Assembly and the National Council of Province to debate last week’s State of the Nation Address (SONA).

Nine in court over corruption charges

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The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed the arrest of nine individuals and entities linked to the alleged irregular R75 million Alfred Nzo District Municipality (ANDM) water and sanitation fleet tender.

Youth urged to pursue agricultural employment opportunities

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Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has urged young people in Sundays River Valley to actively pursue employment opportunities in the agricultural sector, describing it as a key driver of economic growth and job creation in the region.

Defence commends healthcare professionals involved in Project OWETHU

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The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has hailed its military healthcare professionals for their professionalism, dedication, and compassion in delivering life-changing medical services to patients in remote parts of Limpopo through Project OWETHU.

Employers urged to attend UIF ssession in Gqeberha

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Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth is calling on employers in Gqeberha and surrounding areas to actively participate in the upcoming Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) Commissioner’s Breakfast Session.

Concern over scholar transport incident on N4

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Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has expressed deep concern following a serious road crash involving a scholar transport vehicle, which occurred at approximately 7am this morning, on the N4 eastbound, near Atteridgeville, Tshwane.