South Africa

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested 427 suspects during nationwide Vala Umgodi Operations conducted from 19 May 2025 to 25 May 2025.

Parents in the Western Cape who applied for a spot in Grades R, 1 or 8 for their child for the 2026 school year will begin receiving the results of their applications on Friday, 30 May 2025.

The South African Police Service (SAPS), the National Crime Intelligence Unit has found and seized the wanted white VW polo that was allegedly used in the murder of 30-year-old Olorato Mongale last Sunday.

Four people have been arrested for allegedly issuing driving licences fraudulently in Lephalale, Limpopo, by the anti-corruption wing of the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) and the Directorate of Priority Crime Investigations (the Hawks).

Rand Water is scheduled to conduct major maintenance work on its key infrastructure starting Thursday, 29 May 2025.

Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong has expressed deep sorrow following the passing of acclaimed actor Presley Chweneyagae.

Chief Executive Officer of the Road Accident Fund (RAF), Collins Letsoalo has been placed on special leave with immediate effect.

Government has extended its deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of veteran broadcaster Darren Scott, who has passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Gone are the days when human trafficking felt like an obscure crime that occurs under the cover of night in far off places we have never heard of.

The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, will officially launch the winter customary initiation season for 2025.

The Emfuleni Local Municipality is making substantial strides in resolving its long-standing water and sanitation challenges, following decisive intervention by the Department of Water and Sanitation.

Government remains committed to ensuring that South Africa continues to benefit equitably from its mineral wealth, while reaffirming that there are no current plans to reform the country's mineral royalty regime.

The Western Cape Government marked a significant milestone in its commitment to safer roads and smarter service delivery with the official launch of the Computerised Learner’s Licence Testing (CLLT) system.

The North West Legislature Portfolio Committee on Health and Social Development has expressed concerns regarding the increasing number of social grant beneficiaries opting to receive their payments through personal bank accounts.

The Department of Tourism welcomes the success of the Digital Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS), which has brought over 11 000 tourists from China and India to South Africa in just three months.