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Free State teacher recognised as National Best Teacher

Friday, October 2, 2026

Free State educator Mpho Anatjie Mosala has been named the National Best Teacher at the 26th National Teaching Awards, recognising her commitment to literacy, African languages and the holistic development of learners.

Update on Independent Transmission Projects programme

Friday, October 2, 2026

The Departments of Electricity and Energy (DEE) and National Treasury have announced an adjustment to the procurement timeline for South Africa’s Independent Transmission Projects (ITP) programme.

Planners urged to drive inner-city regeneration

Friday, October 2, 2026

Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane has urged urban planners to develop practical solutions to regenerate deteriorating inner city areas, expand affordable housing and improve the safety of residents.

Simelane calls for integrated planning to address spatial inequality

Thursday, October 1, 2026

Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane has reiterated a call for integrated urban planning, infrastructure investment and the use of digital technologies to address apartheid-era spatial inequalities and improve access to affordable housing and economic opportunities.

Manamela congratulates UCT on global university ranking

Thursday, October 1, 2026

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has congratulated the University of Cape Town (UCT) on its rise to joint 147th in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027, retaining its position as Africa’s highest-ranked university.

Government advances safer, more affordable public transport

Thursday, October 1, 2026

As geopolitical pressures drive up household costs, Transport Minister Barbara Creecy says government is advancing an integrated transport system designed to make public transport safer and more affordable.