Strong export performance across key sectors, including agriculture, contributed to South Africa recording a preliminary trade surplus of R15.2 billion in April 2026, according to trade statistics released by the South African Revenue Service (SARS).
As South Africa marks Youth Month in June, we are reminded that the future of the country depends on how effectively the nation supports, empower and invest in young people today.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has intensified its nationwide Operation Shanela crackdown on organised criminal networks involved in illicit trade, drug trafficking, illegal immigration and other serious and violent crimes.
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, confirmed the successful processing and repatriation of a group of 168 Mozambican nationals through the Lebombo Port of Entry.
In a move to grow the economy and support the creation of jobs for South Africans, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) is supporting four South African companies in the forestry sector at the WoodEX for Africa and Deck and Flooring Expo, taking place from 9 to 11 June 2026 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg.
The Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Kenny Morolong, will on Wednesday engage the Free State Provincial Executive Council on the coordination of government communication, nation branding, and community media support in the province.
The Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, and the Deputy Minister, Mkhuleko Hlengwa, have welcomed Cabinet’s decision to approve the closure of the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (GFIP), popularly known as e-tolls - a move that is aimed at bringing much-needed relief and easing the financial burden on road users.
Gautrain today marks 16 years since its official launch on 8 June 2010, reaffirming its position as one of South Africa’s most successful and transformative public infrastructure investments.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) and the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) continue to intensify efforts aimed at disrupting and dismantling organised criminal networks involved in illicit mining, gang-related violence and other serious and violent crimes.
As infrastructure investment remains key to government’s developmental agenda, Limpopo Premier Phophi Ramathuba says the newly built Cost Centre in Marble Hall demonstrates the government’s commitment to stronger service delivery and improved efficiency.
South Africa has declared itself ready to host the 13th biennial Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) trade exhibition and airshow, as the country marks 100 days to go before the continent’s premier aerospace and defence event takes place.
The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has urged young South Africans to register to vote ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections and take an active role in shaping the future of their municipalities.
Gauteng police have arrested 1 134 suspects and recovered two unlicensed firearms and ammunition during Operation Shanela II which was conducted across the Gauteng province over the weekend.
The official opening of the 2026 Winter Initiation Season in the Eastern Cape has been accompanied by renewed calls for safe, responsible and dignified initiation practices, as government intensifies efforts to eliminate deaths, injuries and illegal initiation schools.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile paid a courtesy call on the President of the Republic of Singapore, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, on Monday in Johannesburg.
