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President Ramaphosa appoints Acting National Police Commissioner

Thursday, April 23, 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the South African Police Service's (SAPS) Divisional Commissioner for Financial Management Services, Lieutenant-General Puleng Dimpane, as the Acting National Commissioner of Police.

SA, Mexico to renew rivalry in 2026 World Cup opener

Thursday, April 23, 2026

When Bafana Bafana walk onto the pitch for the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in June, it will mark exactly 16 years since South Africa, as host nation, kicked off the first World Cup on African soil against Mexico in Johannesburg.

SAWS warns of heavy rain, severe thunderstorms

Thursday, April 23, 2026

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned that conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms, with heavy downpours expected in the North West on Thursday.

KZN forensic lab boosts criminal justice response to GBVF

Thursday, April 23, 2026

The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has described the establishment of a new forensic science laboratory in Mayville, west of Durban, as a significant step toward strengthening the criminal justice response to Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF).

Postbank begins final SASSA Gold Card replacement drive

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Postbank has announced that the replacement of remaining SASSA Gold Cards with new Postbank Black Cards will begin on 29 April, with beneficiaries urged to switch before the 31 August 2026 deadline.