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Minister urges communities to remain vigilant amid further weather warnings

Friday, January 16, 2026

The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has urged communities in Limpopo and Mpumalanga to exercise increased caution and implement all necessary safety measures as persistent heavy rainfall continues to affect various areas.

SANParks suspends day visitors due to heavy rain

Thursday, January 15, 2026

The South African National Parks (SANParks) has taken a precautionary decision not to allow day visitors into the Kruger National Park due to persistent and heavy rainfall affecting the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces.

Festive season stats show a 5% reduction in fatal crashes

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Preliminary data 2025/26 Festive Season Road Safety Campaign indicates a five percent reduction in both fatalities and crashes during the festive season when compared to the same period last year.

W Cape to ensure school placements for all children in 2026

Thursday, January 15, 2026

MEC for Education in the Western Cape, David Maynier, says the province will continue working tirelessly to place all children who are still seeking school placements as the country begins the 2026 academic year.

SA welcomes approval of AGOA Extension Bill

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) Minister Parks Tau has welcomed the approval of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Extension Bill by the USA House of Representatives.