The South African National Parks (SANParks) has welcomed the guilty verdict against former Kruger National Park Regional Ranger, Rodney Landela, and former State Veterinary Service Animal Health Technician, Kenneth Mochocho, for the illegal hunting and killing of a white rhino in a protected area, as well as possession of a firearm with the intent to commit a crime.
The National Commissioner of Correctional Services, Makgothi Samuel Thobakgale, has encouraged the 268 Grade 12 candidates from the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) who will sit for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations to remain focused and draw confidence from the effort they have invested in their studies.
The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has paid tribute to Navanethem “Navi” Pillay after she was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, describing the achievement as exceptional and a proud moment not only for South Africa but also for the African continent.
With misinformation and disinformation spreading faster and reaching wider audiences, Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Kenny Morolong, has urged government communicators to provide credible, timely information that strengthens trust between citizens and the state.
Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister David Maynier has declared 18 properties in the Eastern Cape, covering 10 225.9242 hectares, as the Grasslands National Park.
Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli has emphasised the importance of the work done by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) in aiding government to plan and deliver services to citizens.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated veteran South African jurist Justice Navanethem “Navi” Pillay on being awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced three investment initiatives worth more than R120 billion aimed at driving industrialisation, expanding manufacturing and creating employment opportunities in the Free State.
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Dr Jack Bloom will conduct an oversight visit to Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality in the Free State to investigate reports of sewage pollution and safety concerns following repeated drownings at an unsecured quarry.
KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi has joined traditional leaders in calling on men to take a stand against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) and play an active role in protecting women and children.
The Department of Higher Education and Training is targeting more than 520 000 enrolments at Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges and funding for over 700 000 students through the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) in the current financial year.
Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Narend Singh, will brief the media on South Africa’s participation and negotiating position ahead of the 17th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, known as CBD COP17.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has clarified its intensified social grant reviews and verification measures, saying these are necessary to protect the integrity of the social assistance system and prevent fraudulent payments.
Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister Nomusa Dube-Ncube has urged the Matric Class of 2026 to pursue careers aligned with the changing world of work, highlighting opportunities in technology, renewable energy, infrastructure, healthcare and agriculture.
The Director-General of the Department of Home Affairs has withdrawn the directive regarding the intake of asylum-seeker applications.
