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Call to rebuild the nurturing family unit

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Seiso Mohai has led an intergovernmental engagement on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) in Matjhabeng Local Municipality in the Free State.

Parliament pays tribute to veteran actress Cynthia Shange

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

The Presiding Officers of Parliament, National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza and National Council of Provinces Chairperson Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane, have expressed their deepest condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and the broader arts community following the passing of multi-award-winning and internationally recognised thespian, Cynthia Shange.

Government mourns the passing of iconic actress Cynthia Shange

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, and Deputy Minister Peace Mabe have paid tribute to veteran actress, model, and beauty queen Cynthia Shange, whose legacy spans decades of contributions to the country’s arts and culture, and to global representation.

North West records progress in R2.19bn municipal infrastructure spending

Monday, April 20, 2026

The North West Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) has reported steady progress in the implementation and expenditure of the Municipal Infrastructure Grant (MIG), with notable gains in infrastructure delivery across the province.

TBM launch signals a step towards water security for Gauteng and Lesotho

Monday, April 20, 2026

Mokhotlong, Lesotho – In a major step toward securing water supply for South Africa’s economic heartland, the second Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) was launched on Monday at the Polihali construction site, under Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project.

SAPS expresses concern on the publication of leaked affidavits

Monday, April 20, 2026

The Gauteng South African Police Service’s (SAPS) Counter Intelligence Operation says it has noted with serious concern the circulation and publication of leaked affidavits linked to ongoing investigations into drug-related criminal networks in the country.

Over 1 300 cattle in Lusikisiki vaccinated against FMD

Monday, April 20, 2026

More than 1 300 cattle in the Eastern Cape’s Ngobozana Administrative area in Lusikisiki, have been vaccinated against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) as efforts to contain the spread of the disease continue.

Restoring border integrity through technology, innovation and legislation 

Monday, April 20, 2026

South Africa’s duty to protect its citizens, uphold the rule of law, and safeguard the integrity of its borders is not only a constitutional duty, but also a moral imperative. In recent years, government has tackled this responsibility with resolve, innovation and measurable progress. Through focused interventions, strengthened legislation and decisive operations such as Operation New Broom, the country is undergoing a meaningful transformation in how illegal immigration and organised crime are addressed.