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Eskom recovery continues unabated

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Eskom’s Generation Recovery Plan continues to yield results as the power system remains stable with more than 245 days without the implementation of load shedding.

Support for total ban on alcohol use for drivers

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Transport has thrown its support behind Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy’s call to ban any level of alcohol consumption for drivers.

SAWS issues warning of disruptive rain in Mpumalanga

Friday, January 16, 2026

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says the Red Level 10 warning for Friday’s disruptive rain remains in place for the Lowveld in Mpumalanga, especially over Nkomazi, Bushbuckridge, and the City of Mbombela.

Critical water levels at Limpopo dams trigger urgent safety warning

Friday, January 16, 2026

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has issued an urgent public notice about critically high water levels at several dams across Limpopo. 

According to the department, ongoing rainfall and strong inflows have caused 14 out of 19 monitored dams to exceed 100% capacity, with several of these structures operating well above their full supply levels.

“This presents a tangible safety risk to communities, infrastructure, and recreational users in proximity to these dams.” 

Matrics urged to register for second chance programme by 16 February

Friday, January 16, 2026

The MEC for Education in KwaZulu-Natal, Sipho Hlomuka, has encouraged learners who did not meet the requirements for the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations to take advantage of the department’s Second Chance Programme.