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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.

Eskom diesel contracts investigation near completion

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Eskom says its Group Investigations and Security Department investigation into possible irregularities relating to the procurement of diesel fuel and storage contracts is in its final stages of completion.

Condolences for respected jurist

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Constitutional Court Chief Justice Mandisa Maya has, on behalf of the South African Judiciary, expressed sadness at the passing of retired Judge President Achmat Naeem Jappie.

Structural reforms boost investor confidence

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Despite a challenging global economic environment, strong and sustained progress in implementing growth-enhancing structural reforms has strengthened policy credibility and positioned South Africa to attract higher levels of investment.

More FMD vaccines arrive in South Africa

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

The Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has announced the arrival of two million doses of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccine in South Africa, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to control the spread of the disease.