South Africa

Eleven people have been arrested for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol in the Northern Cape.

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has released the list of commercial bank branches that will be able to exchange mutilated banknotes and those that have been withdrawn from circulation.

President Jacob Zuma will on Thursday receive a courtesy call from the Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa, at his Mahlamba Ndlopfu residence, in Pretoria.

Home Affairs Minister Ayanda Dlodlo has warned members of the public to be vigilant against criminal syndicates operating on social networks.

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) says it has used its backup systems to ensure its offices are up and running to process passports and smart ID cards.

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has noted the gazetting of the Licensing Exemption and Registration Notice.

Cape Town residents’ high water usage over this past week has brought “Day Zero” closer, by more than three weeks.

While the festive season is filled with happiness and celebrations, there is also a lot more drinking and driving, resulting in an increase in accidents at this time of year.

Three law enforcement officers have been arrested by the Hawks’ Serious Anti-Corruption Unit for allegedly stealing R1 million.

The payment of pensions to beneficiaries of the former Venda Pension Fund are still being finalised, said National Treasury on Tuesday.

Eco-enthusiasts have had the opportunity to learn more about sustainable conservation at a Children in the Wilderness camp that seeks to help learners carve their way in the environmental field.

While some primary health clinics will close at 1pm on Friday, 22 December, Ekurhuleni Municipality’s 24-hour community health care centres will continue operating throughout the festive season.

Four vehicle examiners have been arrested - allegedly for fraudulently processing roadworthy certificates for vehicles in Claysville outside Tembisa, in Gauteng.

Clinics, hospitals and emergency services will remain operational throughout the festive season.

The South African Roads Agency (Sanral) has released a list of conventional toll plazas where tags are accepted for electronic payment.