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Legislative reforms to strengthen construction sector

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The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, has vowed to introduce a number of legislative reforms to avoid a repeat of the tragic George building collapse that claimed the lives of 34 people and injured 28 people.

KZN communities to benefit from water project

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Government has officially commissioned the Mpophomeni Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTWs) project, which is set to significantly improve sanitation services, protect sensitive wetland ecosystems and enhance the quality of life for communities in KwaZulu-Natal.

Call to protect the power system

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Eskom has encouraged all South Africans to use electricity efficiently throughout the rest of the winter season and avoid illegal connections as well as meter bypassing.

Power system remains stable 

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As the power system is operating reliably with reduced unplanned outages, Eskom says an additional 3 330 megawatts (MW) capacity is expected to return by Monday.

Fair trade is a key cog in global economy

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Amidst the global economy facing heightened uncertainty and complex challenges, the Deputy Minister of Finance, Dr David Masondo, has emphasised the importance of fair trade.

SAWS warns of heavy rain in KZN

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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning for heavy rain along the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), which may lead to localised flooding on Saturday.