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Health officials appear in Specialised Commercial Crimes Court

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Three senior Department of Health officials, including the department’s Director-General (DG), who were arrested on Monday, have been granted bail of R10 000 each after appearing in the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court in Pretoria.

Fuel prices to rise from Wednesday

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The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has announced an increase of between 20c and 65c for all forms of fuels from Wednesday.

SA sends condolences to Nigeria after fatal maritime incident

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The Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, and the Transport Deputy Minister, Mkhuleko Hlengwa, have expressed their condolences to the bereaved family after one person died at sea and five crew members went missing, following the sinking of the MW Leo vessel near Mossel Bay.

From negotiation to nationhood: SA celebrates 30 Years of the Constitution

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Thirty years after South Africa chose the rule of law over division and human rights over rule by exclusion, the country on Monday began the commemoration of 30 Years of the Constitution – a world-renowned document born from negotiation, compromise and public participation on an unprecedented scale.

Weather Outlook: 2 – 8 March 2026

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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has advised that parts of the country will experience isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers this week.

Hawks arrest three suspects for fraud, theft

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The Hawks’ National Serious Corruption Investigation unit arrested three suspects this morning after warrants for their arrest were executed for fraud and theft in pursuance of common cause.

Expo to empower Limpopo enterprises owned by persons with disabilities

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The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic), in partnership with the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities and other government agencies will from Wednesday host a three-day Breaking Barriers Business and Talent Expo in Limpopo.

Gauteng upgrades roads across the province

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The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has commenced implementing priority road rehabilitation projects across various regions of the province as part of the 2026 Light Road Rehabilitation Programme.

Government calls for regulatory assurance for menstrual hygiene products

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The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has formally engaged the University of the Free State (UFS) following the release of a peer-reviewed study identifying the presence of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in various sanitary pads and pantyliners available in South Africa.

 Gauteng makes progress in fight against TB

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As South Africa observes TB Awareness Month, the Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) has reported sustained progress in the fight against tuberculosis, particularly in reducing mortality, improving treatment outcomes and maintaining strong case detection.