South Africa

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously decided to increase the policy rate by 25 basis points to 7.25%, effective 25 September.

With 42 days remaining before the local government elections, political parties and independent candidates contesting the polls have reaffirmed their commitment to upholding the Electoral Code of Conduct and the supporting Code on Countering Disinformation.

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has expressed grave concern following the arrest of a senior South African Police Service (SAPS) officer in connection with allegations of rape and the grooming of a minor.

North West Finance MEC Kenetswe Mosenogi has introduced the newly appointed Provincial Executive Representative (PER), Pringle Raedani, to the political and administrative leadership of the Maquassi Hills Local Municipality.

Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong has urged public servants to treat their roles not merely as a job, but as a calling to serve society.

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts will lead a nationwide campaign to plant 10 million trees on Heritage Day on 24 September 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen climate resilience and promote environmental sustainability.

Dreams have fascinated humanity for centuries. Across cultures, people have understood them not only as experiences of the sleeping mind, but also as sources of reflection, spiritual meaning, and traditional knowledge. In South Africa, indigenous knowledge systems have long included rich traditions and practices associated with dreams and their interpretation.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has received 51 474 applications within the first four days of the opening of the 2027 application cycle.

The Acting National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), Lieutenant General Puleng Puleng Dimpane, has directed the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner to activate the 72-hour tracking operation to pursue and apprehend the suspects responsible for the fatal shooting of 11 people at KwaMakhutha, south of Durban.

Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution and prioritise road safety as thousands of South Africans are expected to travel over the Heritage Day long weekend.