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Cassim to undertake Fort Hare University oversight visit  

Sunday, October 4, 2026

Student safety and conditions in accredited and leased student residences are among the issues that will come under the spotlight when Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister Yusuf Cassim visits the University of Fort Hare's KuGompo City Campus on Monday, 5 October.

No load shedding in over 500 days, says Eskom

Sunday, October 4, 2026

South Africa has not experienced load shedding in over 500 days, reflecting the cumulative impact of improved fleet performance, lower unplanned outages, increased generation capacity and reduced reliance on emergency generation resources, Eskom said.

Engagements underway to resolve Blended Finance Scheme pause

Sunday, October 4, 2026

The Department of Agriculture (DoA), alongside the Department of Land Reform and Rural Development (DLRRD), National Treasury and the Land Bank, have been directed by the responsible Ministers to resolve the temporary pause implemented by the Land Bank on new applications under the Blended Finance Scheme (BFS) and restore full funding operations.

Condolences for legendary musician Babsy Mlangeni

Sunday, October 4, 2026

Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie and Deputy Minister Peace Mabe have conveyed their condolences following the passing of legendary South African musician Babsy Mlangeni, who died at the age of 83 after a short illness.

Deputy Minister welcomes progress made in bursary payments

Sunday, October 4, 2026

Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister Yusuf Cassim has welcomed progress made in resolving outstanding Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) bursary payments and benefits for 162 students at the Ekurhuleni East TVET College (EEC).

Letsike emphasises role of traditional leaders in GBVF fight

Sunday, October 4, 2026

The Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, has emphasised the important role of traditional leaders in the fight against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF).

Murder of Mamelodi twins condemned 

Sunday, October 4, 2026

While extending its condolences, government has condemned the brutal and senseless killing of 14-year-old twins in Mamelodi West in Gauteng.

SA launches Joint Business Council with Egypt

Sunday, October 4, 2026

South Africa on Friday elevated its trade and economic relations with Egypt by launching the Joint South Africa - Egypt Business Council (JBC) on the margins of the Alamein- Africa Business Forum.