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President moves on full implementation of BELA Act

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President Cyril Ramaphosa on Friday evening announced his intention to sign a Presidential Proclamation that will bring the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act into operation, immediately.

Charcoal innovators transform wattle into wealth

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Two young people from Mvenyane village in Matatiele, Eastern Cape, are transforming the charcoal industry by turning invasive alien black wattle into charcoal, contributing to the environment and combating climate change.

Public urged to be vigilant on roads amid festive season

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EThekwini Metro Police Commissioner Sibonelo Mchunu, has urged residents, visitors, and motorists to be extra vigilant on the roads, to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities, as the highly anticipated festive season approaches.

From taxi rank to culinary star

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From selling food at a local taxi rank, to becoming the proud owner of a restaurant at Durban’s North Beach, along with several other businesses, Vumile Magasela's journey is truly inspiring.

Weather warning for several provinces 

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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a yellow level 2 warning with severe thunderstorms in the southern and western parts of KwaZulu-Natal from Friday afternoon until Saturday evening.

Bulk water project signals new chapter for Eastern Cape communities

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To help end the persistent water challenges faced by communities in the Alfred Nzo District Municipality, Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has handed over the newly upgraded Mount Ayliff Water Treatment Works (WTW) for communities in that area.

Chikunga affirms Government's commitment to address GBV

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Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has reaffirmed the department’s commitment to eradicate gender-based violence, and support families and communities affected by the scourge.

Hlengwa to lead Festive Season Road Safety Campaign

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With a few days left until Christmas Day, Transport Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa and the Acting Premier of Gauteng, Lebogang Maile, are set to lead the National Department of Transport’s Festive Season Road Safety Campaign, where they will interact with motorists and road users.