South Africa

Motorists can expect some relief at the pumps as the Energy Department has announced that all grades of petrol will drop from Wednesday.

The funeral of the late Afro-pop singer, songwriter and producer, Robbie Malinga, is underway at Rhema Church in Randburg.

Interim plans are underway to deal with the damage caused by the severe storm, which toppled trees and lifted roofs and damaged homes, leaving hundreds of residents without shelter in parts of Johannesburg.

The Class of 2017, parents and educators are holding their breath ahead of the announcement of the outcomes of the National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams on 4 January.

President Jacob Zuma has extended condolences to the family and friends of the award-winning South African actor, playwright, director and theatre producer, John Ledwaba.

Twenty-five young people from disadvantaged backgrounds have graduated in various fields such as accounting, health and education, with the support of the Jacob Zuma RDP Education Trust and the Jacob Zuma Foundation.

President Jacob Zuma has reaffirmed government's commitment to radical socio-economic transformation in 2018.

The three men believed to be behind a spate of armed robberies in Gauteng are due to appear before the Alberton Magistrate’s Court this morning.

South African Airways (SAA) has rejected claims that it procured bottled water and fuel at a premium.

The City of Cape Town has appealed to the public to exercise caution when discharging fireworks on New Year’s weekend.

Police Minister Fikile Mbalula has commended KwaZulu-Natal police for arresting a suspected murderer at the Glebelands Hostels.

The City of Cape Town has reminded all water users that level six water restrictions will apply from 1 January 2018.

The City of Cape Town says it will remain on high alert for revellers ahead of the New Year’s Day celebrations.

Joburg’s rich diversity of cultures will once again be on display when the annual Joburg Carnival and New Year’s Eve events take place on 31 December 2017.

Public Service and Administration Minister Faith Muthambi has urged communities to not only look after one another but to also look after those with special needs.