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Call to expand internship opportunities for graduates

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

The Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Nomalungelo Gina, has urged the private sector to open its doors wider to young graduates in South Africa by creating more internship opportunities.

New partnership to strengthen evidence-based healthcare policy in SA

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

A groundbreaking collaboration between the Department of Health, the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) and Stellenbosch University aims to transform healthcare policy decision-making in South Africa.  

The Evidence to Decision (E2D) initiative, launched in November 2024, will ensure that healthcare policies are informed by the best available evidence, supporting the implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI). 

Taking the high road to development 

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

With a road infrastructure network stretching 27 478 kilometres, South Africa’s national roads are an important lifeline of the economy.

Police on the hunt for Westbury shooters

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

The National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), Fannie Masemola, says police are working around the clock to apprehend the suspects behind Tuesday’s mass shooting in Westbury.

Gauteng Legislature condemns youth involvement in Westbury shooting

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Following a deadly shooting in Westbury, the Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety says the involvement of young people in violence is an indictment of the current state of community safety and social cohesion in the area.

Indonesia a "steadfast ally" during South Africa's struggle

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Jakarta, Indonesia – President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed the Republic of Indonesia for its longstanding solidarity with South Africa and acknowledged the role that the Asian country played as an ally during the struggle against apartheid.