South Africa

Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli has praised the unifying and transformative power of music during her address at Masicule 2026, an annual choral event.

Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has called for intensified and coordinated efforts across all sectors of society to tackle South Africa’s persistent youth unemployment challenge.

Over 1000 suspects across the various parts of Gauteng were nabbed in Operation Shanela II operations this past weekend, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said on Monday.

A 33-year-old alleged gang leader is expected to appear in the Parow Magistrates’ Court after he was arrested for the possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said.

Government will provide the fourth update on Phase II of Operation Vulindlela during a briefing on Wednesday in Johannesburg, reflecting on the progress of the structural reforms being implemented to support more rapid and inclusive economic growth.

The Gauteng Department of Health has urged residents to remain vigilant and seek immediate medical attention if they experience Malaria-like symptoms.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for the deepening of democracy and advancement of human rights for all.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will travel to Lesotho this week to join King Letsie III and Prime Minister Samuel Matekane for the official opening of the Senqu Bridge in Mokhotlong.

Parliament will this week focus on key budget legislation and oversight work as Members of Parliament return from the constituency period to resume committee activities.

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina, Deputy Minister David Mahlobo, and Lesotho’s Minister of Natural Resources, Mohlomi Moleko, are set to unveil state-of-the-art equipment today at the Polihali Construction Site in Mokhotlong, Lesotho.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says a typical autumn weather system will dominate the country this week.

The eThekwini Municipality has officially opened nominations for its inaugural eThekwini Sports Awards, calling on the public to recognise outstanding sporting talent and achievement across the city.

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has confirmed that the opening day of the ISUZU IRONMAN African Championship, held on Saturday, 18 April 2026 at Hobie Beach, was successfully executed without incident.

Cold, wet and windy conditions are expected to continue across large parts of South Africa, with the Western and Northern Cape provinces likely to experience the most severe weather.

KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers has raised serious concerns over the poor audit outcomes in several municipalities, following a 2024–2025 Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) audit outcomes briefing presented to the Provincial Legislature by Auditor-General Tsakane Maluleke.