As the Gauteng Provincial Government and the Gautrain Management Agency (GMA) begin the process of appointing a new private operator, commuters have been assured that the Gautrain will continue operating under a Public-Private Partnership model beyond 2026.
Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has highlighted the importance of energy security, insisting that electricity is far more than a utility, it is the bedrock of human dignity and economic possibility.
South Africa is projected to generate close to R1 billion in economic activity from tourism, hospitality, local spending, taxation, and international exposure by hosting an international series event of the LIV Golf tournament later this month.
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says Wednesday’s forecast indicates partly cloudy conditions, ranging from cool to warm, with isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers.
The City of Cape Town has warned residents of road closures as thousands of cyclists from across South Africa and the world will descend on the Mother City for the Cape Town Cycle Tour Trust.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on participants at the Africa Energy Indaba to use the platform to unite to realise an “Africa that meets its needs for reliable and cost-effective energy”.
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willem Abraham Aucamp, has published the Revised Biodiversity Management Plan (BMP) for Pelargonium sidoides in South Africa, for implementation.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has reappointed Unathi Kamlana as Commissioner of the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) for a further five-year term, along with two Deputy Commissioners.
Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, has announced the complete placement of the remaining Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners, whose parents and guardians applied online through the 2026 Online Admissions system
Transnet has suspended nine employees implicated in alleged collusion with suppliers as part of ongoing efforts to eliminate corruption and misconduct within the organisation.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended heartfelt condolences, following the passing of veteran politician and struggle stalwart, Mosiuoa Lekota, describing him as a patriot whose life was deeply intertwined with South Africa’s liberation and democratic journey.
Acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, has welcomed the arrest of a police constable for murder and housebreaking.
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, has highlighted the need to safeguard the biodiversity economy through stronger collaboration with communities and traditional authorities.
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the decision to hold the 46th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) in eThekwini in August 2026, is an encouraging acknowledgement of the progress the city has made.
Rio Tinto’s announcement to restart the Richards Bay Minerals’ $473 million Zulti South project has been described as a vote of confidence in South Africa’s mining industry.
