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Call for swift investigation into pregnant woman’s murder

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

KwaZulu-Natal Social Development MEC, Nonhlanhla Khoza, has called on law enforcement agencies to conduct a thorough and swift investigation after the brutal murder of a pregnant woman in Ehlanzeni in Ubuhlebezwe Local Municipality. 

BRICS bank issues debut bond in SA market

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

The New Development Bank (NDB) has successfully issued its debut ZAR bond in the South African bond market, becoming the highest rated issuer to issue in this market since 2015.

Hosting of BRICS Summit during Women’s Month commended

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has commended the hosting of the BRICS Summit, which coincides with the National Women’s Month celebration in South Africa.

Three suspects arrested for illegal mining in Limpopo

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Police in Driekop, in the Sekhukhune District -- in collaboration with Mecklenburg, Burgersfort, Tubatse SAPS, as well as Public Order Policing (POPS) in Limpopo -- have apprehended three suspects, aged between 21 and 35, for alleged illegal mining.

Road closures ahead of BRICS Summit

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

With South Africa hosting the 15th Summit of BRICS nations next week, roads near the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg will be closed.

Illegal guns removed from Gauteng streets

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Efforts against the proliferation of illegal and unlicensed firearms, are paying off with Gauteng police having recovered over 400 firearms and other ammunition in the past two weeks.

BRICS countries urged to support township economy

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

BRICS countries have been urged to continue to support and invest in the township economy in an effort to reshape the perception of townships, and foster a brighter and inclusive future for all. 

South Africa records employment gains in Quarter 2

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

At least 150 000 more people were employed in South Africa during the second quarter of the year as compared to the first – resulting in a minor decrease in the unemployment rate by some 0.3%.

Marikana anniversary a time to reflect

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Founder of Africa’s largest independent humanitarian organisation, the Gift of the Givers Foundation, Dr Imtiaz Sooliman says it is time to build the country, build social cohesion and bring people together.