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SANDF deploys rescue team to assist in flood-stricken areas

Monday, January 19, 2026

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has announced that it continues to support various flood-stricken communities by conducting rescue operations to evacuate people stranded in the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces.

Media urged to submit entries for SADC media awards

Monday, January 19, 2026

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has called on South African journalists and media to submit their entries for the 2026 Southern African Development Community (SADC) Media Awards competition.

Eskom brings services to the people

Monday, January 19, 2026

Eskom is rolling out a new customer service model featuring scheduled mobile customer hubs and pop-up service points across communities in a bid to expand access to customer support and bring services closer to where customers live and work.

Premier Ramathuba welcomes national disaster classification

Monday, January 19, 2026

Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba has welcomed the classification of the recent floods that affected Limpopo and several other provinces as a national disaster, saying the move will unlock much-needed support to assist with recovery and rebuilding efforts.

Government declares national disaster over flooding, severe weather

Monday, January 19, 2026

The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has welcomed the declaration of a National Disaster under Section 23 of the Disaster Management Act of 2002 (Act No. 57 of 2002) due to severe weather conditions and widespread flooding affecting various parts of the country.

President hails Class of 2025

Monday, January 19, 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated the Matric Class of 2025 for achieving the highest National Senior Certificate pass rate in South Africa’s history, describing the results as a source of inspiration and encouragement for learners across the country.