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Concern over allegations against senior police officer

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The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has expressed grave concern following the arrest of a senior South African Police Service (SAPS) officer in connection with allegations of rape and the grooming of a minor.

Ten million trees to be planted across SA on Heritage Day

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Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts will lead a nationwide campaign to plant 10 million trees on Heritage Day on 24 September 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen climate resilience and promote environmental sustainability.

Growing our heritage: the value of South Africa’s indigenous plants

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Dreams have fascinated humanity for centuries. Across cultures, people have understood them not only as experiences of the sleeping mind, but also as sources of reflection, spiritual meaning, and traditional knowledge. In South Africa, indigenous knowledge systems have long included rich traditions and practices associated with dreams and their interpretation.

Dimpane instructs KZN tracking operation following deadly shooting

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The Acting National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), Lieutenant General Puleng Puleng Dimpane, has directed the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner to activate the 72-hour tracking operation to pursue and apprehend the suspects responsible for the fatal shooting of 11 people at KwaMakhutha, south of Durban.

Motorists urged to exercise extreme caution

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Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution and prioritise road safety as thousands of South Africans are expected to travel over the Heritage Day long weekend.

BMA records victories at key routes 

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The Border Management Authority (BMA) has reported a week of significant law-enforcement gains, with suspected illicit drugs and smuggled tobacco products intercepted on key routes and at ports of entry.

Ntshavheni leads Love Your Street campaign in Ekurhuleni

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Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has led a delegation of government officials, civil society organisations and community members in the "Love Your Street service delivery programme in Kwa-Thema at the Ekurhuleni Municipality.

Health reports a rise in Mpox cases

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The Department of Health (DoH) has confirmed four additional laboratory-confirmed Mpox cases, taking the total number of infections from 18 to 22.

UNGA81 President Rahman calls for action to rebuild trust in UN

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New York, USA — United Nations General Assembly President Khalilur Rahman has called for urgent action to rebuild trust in the multilateral system, saying the credibility of the world body depends on its ability to deliver results, undertake meaningful reform and respond to the challenges facing people around the world.