South Africa

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) will observe Corrections Week from 22 to 28 September 2025.

In a move to confront infrastructure challenges within Gauteng, the provincial government is deploying a “multi-faceted and practical strategy” to fix failing infrastructure, root out construction mafia syndicates and deal with project mismanagement.

Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe says she is confident that the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is making strides in improving efficiency, while intensifying efforts to root out fraud and corruption within the grant system.

The Ministers of Foreign Affairs from several countries have expressed concern for the safety of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which involves citizens from their countries and carries critical aid to Gaza.

Amidst grave allegations of a criminal syndicate corrupting the very heart of South Africa’s justice system and law enforcement, the Madlanga Commission will hold its first hearing in Tshwane today.

The Gauteng Transport Inspectorate (GTI) has intensified its high-impact stop-and-search operations as part of the province's broader strategy to tackle criminality, lawlessness and strengthen compliance with traffic laws.

Progress has been made in rehabilitating flood-damaged infrastructure projects in Kariega, says Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Babalwa Lobishe.

The spotlight will be on Cape Town when Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa leads the G20 Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Ministerial Outreach in the city next week.

Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane says investing in formal housing and the transformation of informal settlements are critical contributions to infrastructure development and economic growth.

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport has commenced the recruitment of traffic officers as part of its efforts to build a safer and more prosperous province for all citizens and future generations.

As South Africa joins the world in celebrating World Ozone Day 2025, the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has reflected on the importance of ozone protection, while highlighting measures that South Africa has implemented to protect the ozone layer.

The Western Cape Department of Infrastructure successfully hosted a housing beneficiary verification drive in Subcouncil 14 of the City of Cape Town.

Nationwide Shanela II operations have led to the arrest of over 15 000 suspects, said the South African Police Service (SAPS).

The Deputy Minister of Finance, Ashor Sarupen, has emphasised the importance of governments, the private sector, development finance institutions, and multilateral partners working together to create an enabling environment for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to succeed. 

Eskom has entered into a lease agreement for its historically significant steam locomotives in a bid to ensure the locomotives’ preservation and continued operation.