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North West raises alarm over illegal mining, chrome wash plants

Monday, March 30, 2026

The North West Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism has raised serious concerns over the growing number of illegal mining activities and unauthorised chrome wash plants across the province, particularly in the Bojanala and Madibeng areas.

TNPA advances SA’s food security

Monday, March 30, 2026

Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has taken a decisive step to advance South Africa’s food security and improve global trade competitiveness through two landmark concession awards in the Maydon Wharf Precinct of the Port of Durban.

NYDA calls for a youth-centred economic response

Monday, March 30, 2026

The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) has called for a more coordinated and youth-focused economic response amid rising global uncertainty and domestic constraints.

Majodina to release Green Drop Report

Monday, March 30, 2026

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina will on Tuesday release the Green Drop Report, alongside progress reports on the Blue Drop and No Drop programmes, providing a comprehensive update on South Africa’s drinking water quality, service provision, and wastewater management.

NSFAS directed to activate forensic unit to work with SIU

Monday, March 30, 2026

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has directed the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Board to activate its forensic unit immediately to work with the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) on cases already under investigation, and refer identified instances of fraud and misrepresentation to the appropriate authorities.