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Law firm appointed to probe death of Grade R learner

Thursday, February 19, 2026

The Gauteng Department of Education has appointed an Independent Investigative Law Firm to probe the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of Grade R learner, Manqoba Mnisi.

Public Works, North West to sign agreement to redevelop Pilanesberg Airport

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson, North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi and Ramotshere Moiloa Local Municipality Mayor, Dinah Pitso will on Friday sign two historic Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) at Pilanesberg Airport, outside Rustenburg.

Condolences for Clem Sunter

Thursday, February 19, 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed sadness at the passing of renowned futures strategist, Clem Sunter who passed away at the age of 81.

Tshwane water reservoirs show gradual recovery 

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, David Mahlobo, has welcomed the signs of recovery in water storage levels at several reservoirs in the City of Tshwane, noting that most areas of Region 1 in the north western part of the city are now receiving water as recovery efforts gain momentum.

Condolences on passing of Leila Shahid

Thursday, February 19, 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his condolences on the passing of Palestine’s first female Ambassador and activist Leila Shahid.

Government develops strategy to accelerate industrial projects

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Government has developed a Spatial Industrial Development (SID) Strategy to accelerate the rollout of major catalytic industrial projects which will benefit small businesses and communities across the country’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs).

Hamilton Ndlovu’s appeal over R158m PPE contract dismissed

Thursday, February 19, 2026

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed a high court judgment dismissing controversial businessman Hamilton Ndlovu’s application to reinstate an appeal against the Special Tribunal decision to set aside a R158 million Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) contract.

Government welcomes easing of inflation

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Government has noted the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures, which show that headline inflation eased in January.