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South Africa withdraws troop contribution to MONUSCO

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has informed the United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, of the South African government’s decision to withdraw its contribution of soldiers to the United Nations Organisation Stabilisation Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO).

Disaster management on high alert in KZN

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KwaZulu-Natal disaster management teams are on high alert today following weather warnings issued by the South African Weather Service (SAWS).

SAPS warns public of vacancy scam

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The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Eastern Cape is urging the public not to fall victim to a jobs scam that is circulating on social media.

Du Toitskloof Pass fire contained

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The fire in the Du Toitskloof Pass area has been contained, the Cape Winelands District Municipality in the Western Cape said on Sunday.

SAPS gives update on commissions of inquiry

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South African Police Service (SAPS) members whose names have been mentioned at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry and the Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee have received notices of investigation into their alleged misconduct, National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola said.

Police operations bear fruit

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Festive season police operations led to the arrest of 236 887 individuals, with 32 318 suspects having been wanted for various crimes ranging from murder to car hijackings, National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola said.

Breakthrough in Foot and Mouth Disease fight 

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South Africa’s fight against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) has received a boost with the first batch of locally produced vaccines in over 20 years set to reach farmers soon.

Smith, Burger to carry SA flag at Winter Games 

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With the 2026 Winter Olympic Games set to get underway, cross-country skier Matthew Smith and skeleton athlete Nicole Burger have been selected to carry the South African flag at the opening ceremony of the games.

Government congratulates Prof Marivate 

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Government has congratulated Professor Vukosi Marivate on the recommendation by the United Nations Secretary-General to appoint him as a member of the Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence.

Festive Season Operations bear fruit in the Northern Cape

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The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Northern Cape has recorded significant operational successes during the 2025/2026 Festive Season Operation, which resulted in the arrest of 4 178 perpetrators for serious and priority crimes.

IEC announces national Online Voter Registration Campaign

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The Electoral Commission (IEC) on Thursday announced countrywide Online Voter Registration Campaign, marking a key milestone in preparations for the upcoming 2026 local government elections and expanding access to voter registration for millions of South Africans.