South Africa

Pretoria – The Pietermaritzburg Airport has been given an R18 million upgrade at its terminal building and apron.

Pretoria – The City of Tshwane has declared a state of disaster in several areas following the severe storms that struck Gauteng last week.

Pretoria - Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga is expected to release the 2013 Annual National Assessment (ANA) results tomorrow.

Johannesburg - South Africa and China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen political and economic relations between the two countries.

Pretoria - Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport Ismail Vadi says he is satisfied with the smooth start of the e-tolling system on Gauteng highways.

Pretoria - The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) says there are no problems with the e-toll registration website following reported challenges in accessing the site this morning.

Pretoria – Former President Nelson Mandela was today honoured with the official launch of an opus, which tells a magnificent story in a unique way about his life.

Pretoria – The Minister of Labour Mildred Oliphant has announced a R300 million training programme that will benefit 8000 unemployed people and youths.

Midrand – As the tolling system on Gauteng’s freeways commenced at midnight, close to 800 000 motorists had registered for e-tags, says Transport Minister Dipuo Peters.

Pretoria - With the festive season fast approaching, Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa says police will be out in full force to ensure a safe holiday.

Pretoria – An investigation has been launched by Gauteng MEC for Health Hope Papo following an alleged suicide by a patient at the Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital in the early hours of Tuesday.

Skukuza - Nearly 1 500 rhinos have been killed for their horns in the Kruger National Park in the past five years, according to recent stats.

Pretoria - Growth in spending slowed to 1.9% in the third quarter of 2013, the Reserve Bank said on Tuesday.

Komatipoort - Travellers crossing the Lebombo border between Mpumalanga and Mozambique can expect lighter traffic this festive season.

Polokwane - Limpopo MEC for Roads and Transport Lehlogonolo Masoga has adopted a ‘no-nonsense’ approach towards this festive season’s road safety activities.