South Africa

In support of the Bafana Bafana opening match against Mexico at the FIFA World Cup, the Madlanga Commission on Thursday donned their Bafana jerseys.

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has moved to reassure South Africans that qualifications obtained before 2009 remain valid and continue to be officially recognised, despite ongoing reforms to the country's qualifications system.

Heartbreak was the order of the day for Bafana Bafana who went down 2-0 to Mexico at the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match, on Thursday night.

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has announced a series of transitional arrangements aimed at modernising South Africa's qualifications system, while ensuring continuity for learners, training providers and employers.

With just hours to go to the opening match of the FIFA World Cup, Gauteng MEC of Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Lebogang Maile has wished Bafana Bafana well for the tournament.

South Africa's growing potential in advanced manufacturing and clean technology took centre stage on Wednesday as Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Alexandra Abrahams visited Cape Town-based battery technology company Balancell.

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Deputy Minister Bernice Swart says her department remains committed to strengthening air quality governance and implementation across the country.

With Bafana Bafana kicking off the search for victory at the FIFA Soccer World Cup tonight, Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), Peace Mabe, in partnership with Honor, will join fans and attend the first world cup watch party event.

Following the surfacing of a video clip on various social media platforms showing a physical altercation, where a male individual is seen assaulting a 21-year-old female, police have confirmed that a 22-year-old high school learner has been arrested and charged.

As South Africa observes Youth Month, the South African Police Service (SAPS) embarked on a national campaign, “SAPS Youth – Leading the Reset Agenda”, to celebrate the dedication, resilience and positive impact of its young members.

Africa has secured a historic place on marathon running's biggest stage, with the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon officially confirmed as the first Abbott World Marathon Major to be hosted on the continent.

Tributes continue to pour in for His Majesty King Makhosonke II, King of the amaNdebele nation, who passed away on Tuesday.

Bafana Bafana will return to the global stage on Thursday when they take on Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup, with kick-off set for 9 pm.

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson says his department is taking the public into its confidence as wrongdoing is investigated while also strengthening accountability, protecting public money and ensuring that the it works for all South Africans.

With South Africa moving towards the 50th anniversary of Youth Day, Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong has highlighted the importance of the Milestones of Freedom Campaign which government will launch next week.