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Hlabisa calls for active citizen participation in Local Government Elections

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As South Africa prepares to elect local government leaders who will shape the future of municipalities and communities across the country, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has emphasised the importance of broad public participation in the electoral process.

Have your say on proposed tax amendments

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With the deadline drawing near, National Treasury and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have reminded the public to submit written comments on the 2026 draft Rates and Monetary Amounts and Amendment of Revenue Laws Bill (2026 draft Rates Bill).

Voting stations open across South Africa

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Thousands of South Africans are expected to head to voting stations across the country from 8am today as the Electoral Commission (IEC) launches its nationwide voter registration weekend, with young people firmly in its sights.

IEC ready for KZN voter registration weekend

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The Electoral Commission (IEC) in KwaZulu-Natal says it is fully prepared for the voter registration weekend scheduled for 20 and 21 June 2026, a key milestone in preparations for this year's Local Government Elections (LGE2026).

Reserve Bank Museum opens doors to promote financial literacy 

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially opened the newly renovated South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Museum, describing it as a place of learning, heritage and national pride that will help South Africans better understand the role of the country's central bank.

eThekwini’s drive-in site will not affect development plans

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The eThekwini Municipality has assured investor partners that the temporary use of a drive-in site as a staging and processing facility for undocumented foreign nationals will not compromise the site's long-term development plans, including a proposed amusement park project.

Government remains committed to improving manufacturing value chain

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Government is committed to continue improving productivity across the manufacturing value chain and positioning South African manufacturers to access new regional and global markets, says the Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Alexandra Abrahams.