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Flood relief efforts continue in Nelson Mandela Bay

Sunday, May 10, 2026

As part of ongoing flood relief efforts, Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Mayor Babalwa Lobishe has visited displaced families at the Phase 1 Informal Settlement and Anovuyo Shelter in Wells Estate.

Concern over escalating mental health crisis

Sunday, May 10, 2026

The Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has expressed deep concern over the escalating mental health crisis affecting men and boys across South Africa.

Draft White Paper on Local Government out for public comment

Saturday, May 9, 2026

Marking a key step in the ongoing reform of South Africa’s local government system, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA)Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, has officially gazetted the Reviewed Draft White Paper on Local Government for public comment.

SA braces for intense cold front, heavy rain

Saturday, May 9, 2026

The South African Weather Service has warned the public about the expected impact of an intense cold front set to affect the western parts of the country from Sunday to Tuesday.

Water users called to register user information

Saturday, May 9, 2026

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has called on all water users across the country to register or update their water use information as part of efforts to strengthen the management and protection of the country’s water resources.