South Africa

The Presidency says the South African government is following the developments in Iran with concern.

The Department of Transport will embark on a process to amend Section 65 of the National Road Traffic Act (NRTA) to scrap the legal alcohol consumption limit in the country.

Preliminary data 2025/26 Festive Season Road Safety Campaign indicates a five percent reduction in both fatalities and crashes during the festive season when compared to the same period last year.

The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has expressed concern at an audio recording circulating on various social media platforms.

MEC for Education in the Western Cape, David Maynier, says the province will continue working tirelessly to place all children who are still seeking school placements as the country begins the 2026 academic year.

The induction of the National Dialogue’s new steering committee will be held this weekend at the University of South Africa (Unisa)’s Muckleneuk’s main campus in Pretoria.

Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) Minister Parks Tau has welcomed the approval of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Extension Bill by the USA House of Representatives.

The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has emphasised the vital role of traditional leadership in maintaining community stability and enhancing local governance. 

He highlighted the ongoing review of the White Paper on Local Government and reiterated the ministry’s commitment to strengthening collaboration. The review aims to incite fresh thinking, honest reflection, and decisive action toward building a fit-for-purpose local government system that truly serves the people of South Africa.

Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, has confirmed the resignation of Independent Development Trust (IDT) CEO Tebogo Malaka with effect from 31 January 2026.

Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube has urged learners to take responsibility for their education and actively shape their future.