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Report into KZN healthcare workers' deaths released

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

The Health Ombud has found that a series of deaths involving healthcare professionals at public health establishments in KwaZulu-Natal was not as a result of workplace bullying, victimisation, or adverse working conditions at hospitals under investigation.

Cassim to engage Unisa over NSFAS payment delays

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Newly appointed Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister Yusuf Cassim will on Thursday undertake his first official public engagement with a visit to the University of South Africa's (Unisa) in Pretoria, where he will engage stakeholders on delays in National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) allowance payments.

Deputy President to launch multi-stakeholder anti-crime council

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Deputy President Paul Mashatile is expected to officially launch the uMgungundlovu District Municipality's Multi-Stakeholder Anti-Crime Council on Thursday, as government steps up efforts to tackle crime through stronger community partnerships.

Six Western Cape properties to remain centres for GBVF survivors

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has formalised the renewal of six State-owned properties made available to the Western Cape Department of Social Development for the continuation of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) shelter services.

North West strengthens veterinary capacity to combat livestock diseases

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) is strengthening the implementation of the provincial Brucellosis Reduction Plan by equipping Animal Health Technicians with specialised skills in disease surveillance, prevention and control.