South Africa

Eskom says extreme weather conditions in the Western Cape have caused faults in the network, leaving some customers in the province without power.

While having to engage with the taxman may conjure up feelings for some of going to the dentist to have a tooth pulled - the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has played a crucial role in where South Africa is today.

KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Nomusa Dube-Ncube has announced a crime-fighting initiatives aimed at curbing the rising tide of criminal activities and promoting public safety across the province.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit to investigate allegations of serious maladministration in the Tokologo Local Municipality in the Free State province and the Sol Plaatje Local Municipality in the Northern Cape.

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has raised concerns about the economic consequences of teenage pregnancy in the country.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will deliver a special public lecture on the 30th anniversary of South Africa’s democracy on Tuesday, 9 April 2024.

As South Africa reflects on 30 years of freedom and democracy, government is celebrating the gains, achievements and milestone of 30 years of democratic rule and living in a free and democratic society.

Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu, has commended progress in the implementation of the Lower uMkhomazi Water Scheme project, which will augment raw water availability and meet water supply demand in the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast. 

Lizette Marielle Steyn, 56, has been sentenced to at least 12 years imprisonment after being found guilty of 85 counts of theft.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has concluded a working visit to Kigali, Rwanda, over the weekend.

South Africa has welcomed the adoption of a United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution regarding the occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem.

Schools in the Cape Winelands and Overberg Education Districts, and the Helderberg basin area in the Western Cape have been closed on Monday due to the severe storm warnings for these areas. 

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of cold temperatures, widespread rainfall, and possible flooding over parts of South Africa.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa cannot stand idly by as “another genocide is carried out” in the Gaza Strip.

The Department of Employment and Labour, through its entity, the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF), will enter into partnerships with private business, SETAs and NGOs to create thousands of employment opportunities for residents of Gauteng.