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Home Affairs reform sees recognition of Muslim marriage officers 

Thursday, March 19, 2026

The Department of Home Affairs has delivered another important reform to advance equality and fairness for the Muslim faith community by ensuring that Muslim marriage officers are recognised on the same basis as other religious marriage officers under the Marriage Act 25 of 1961.

Mahlobo calls for science-driven action to tackle water crisis

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo has underscored the critical role of academic institutions in convening and shaping solutions to South Africa’s water challenges, stressing that coordinated and science-based interventions are essential to addressing the crisis.

Three suspects killed in shootout with Hawks

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Three suspects were fatally wounded in a high-speed chase and shootout out with the Hawks Tactical Operations Management Team in Crystal Park in Gauteng.

Mhlauli to host Youth Services Expo in Kuruman

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Bringing essential government services and opportunities directly to young people will be at the core of Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli’s visit to Kuruman in Northern Cape.

Government conveys condolences following the passing of two journalists

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Government has extended its heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, colleagues, and the media fraternity on the passing of Nompumelelo Magagula and Jonisayi Maromo, two esteemed journalists who made remarkable contributions to the media landscape.