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Energy mix key to combat municipal energy challenge

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South African Local Government Association (SALGA) President Parks Tau says a diversified energy mix and renewable energy are possible solutions for municipalities to address disruptions in the energy sector.

NICD confirms five human cases of rabies

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Five human cases of rabies have been confirmed in South Africa since December 2017, the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) said on Wednesday.

Estina arrests: NPA did not hinder work of Hawks

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The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) acting head Lieutenant General Yolisa Matakata says contrary to media reports, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) never hindered the work of the Hawks in the Estina investigation matter.

Africa sets own course of public service success

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The National School of Government (NSG), the South African government’s training organisation and Secretariat for the African Management Development Institutes’ Network (AMDIN), is developing a course on the African Charter for Values and Principles of Public Service and Administration.

SALGA calls for financially viable energy solutions

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South African Local Government Association (SALGA) President Parks Tau says the changes in the energy sector, which has seen businesses going off-the-grid could cripple municipalities in future, adding that the time has come for sustainable solutions to municipal revenue.

Proposed rates hike in Gauteng a concern

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The proposed property rates increase in the City of Johannesburg will put financial strain on the residents who are already buckling under financial pressure, says Premier David Makhura.

R20m for Mpumalanga education

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The Department of Education in Mpumalanga has received the biggest portion of the provincial budget with over R20.97 million, which equates to 43.6% of the total provincial budget for the 2018/19 financial year.

Keep calm and let Africa take the lead

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Environmental Affairs Minister, Dr Edna Molewa, says South Africa’s approach to wildlife management will always be aimed at benefiting both wildlife and the people.

15 arrested for driving licence corruption

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Fifteen people have been arrested in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, in a major crackdown on corruption related to the fraudulent issuing of driving licences.

Minister unpacks Gupta naturalisation processes

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Home Affairs Minister Malusi Gigaba says the Parliamentary Committee responsible for providing oversight on Home Affairs has accepted the explanation provided by the department on the application of naturalisation for some of the members of the Gupta family.

Land matter to be handled appropriately

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Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane has urged South Africans, investors and the international community to exercise patience and trust the capabilities of Parliament to handle the matter of expropriation of land without compensation.