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Investing in skills today to build resilient municipalities

Monday, June 29, 2026

By the CEO of the Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent, Pati Kgomo

South Africa’s long-term development projections are closely tied to the strength and sustainability of its local government institutions. Municipalities remain the frontline of service delivery, they are responsible for the infrastructure that enables communities to access basic services, i.e. water, sanitation, roads, solid waste removal and electricity.

Malawian national arrested for possession of explosive cables

Monday, June 29, 2026

The Border Management Authority (BMA) has intercepted explosive cables with an estimated street value of about R100 000 concealed in the luggage of a Malawian man travelling on an Interlink bus at the Beitbridge Port of Entry.

Gauteng Health warns of rising drug-induced psychosis

Monday, June 29, 2026

The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) is sounding the alarm over the damage rising substance abuse is inflicting on mental health, highlighting a sharp increase in drug-induced psychosis among youth.