Workers the “heartbeat of the economy”
Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has outlined government’s plans to expand economic opportunities, particularly for young people, as South Africa marks International Workers’ Day.
Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has outlined government’s plans to expand economic opportunities, particularly for young people, as South Africa marks International Workers’ Day.
Limpopo MEC for Transport and Community Safety, Violet Mathye, has called on motorists, public transport operators and workers travelling to the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) May Day events to prioritise road safety, as traffic volumes are expected to spike over this long weekend.
Acting National Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane says maximum resources have been mobilised to hunt down a group of criminals who attacked two Crime Intelligence officers this afternoon in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially announced 4 November 2026 as the date for South Africa’s upcoming Local Government Elections, setting the stage for political parties and voters to begin preparations.
EThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba has called for the establishment of special courts to address the growing problem of land invasions and property hijackings.
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has commended voluntary community safety structures for their role in protecting communities and strengthening democracy.
As the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) celebrates 86 years of existence, Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) Minister Parks Tau has lauded the role the institution has played in supporting the mandate of democratic South Africa.
Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has accepted a series of resignations from the board of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), including the resignation of the inte
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent, coordinated action across all three spheres of government to resolve South Africa’s deepening water crisis, warning that poor municipal performance is placing an increasing burden on ordinary citizens.
Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane and Defence and Military Veterans Minister Angie Motshekga have committed to eradicate the housing backlog affecting military veterans by 2029.
As pressure mounts on the country’s water systems, government is turning its focus below the surface - introducing measures to better protect and manage this critical resource that sustains millions in the country.
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms over the northern half of the Northern Cape, as well as the central and western parts of the North West and the northern Free State.
Small, medium and micro-sized enterprises (SMMEs) in eThekwini have only few hours remaining to submit applications for the 2026 Lions’ Den Business Plan Competition, with the deadline set for 30 April.
Government says it has noted ongoing public discourse on immigration, particularly on issues related to illegal immigration.
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has concluded a high-level working visit to Argentina, securing key agreements aimed at strengthening South Africa’s response to Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and safeguarding the future of the livestock sector.