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Weather Outlook: 2 – 8 March 2026

Monday, March 2, 2026

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has advised that parts of the country will experience isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers this week.

Hawks arrest three suspects for fraud, theft

Monday, March 2, 2026

The Hawks’ National Serious Corruption Investigation unit arrested three suspects this morning after warrants for their arrest were executed for fraud and theft in pursuance of common cause.

Expo to empower Limpopo enterprises owned by persons with disabilities

Monday, March 2, 2026

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic), in partnership with the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities and other government agencies will from Wednesday host a three-day Breaking Barriers Business and Talent Expo in Limpopo.

Gauteng upgrades roads across the province

Monday, March 2, 2026

The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has commenced implementing priority road rehabilitation projects across various regions of the province as part of the 2026 Light Road Rehabilitation Programme.

Government calls for regulatory assurance for menstrual hygiene products

Monday, March 2, 2026

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has formally engaged the University of the Free State (UFS) following the release of a peer-reviewed study identifying the presence of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in various sanitary pads and pantyliners available in South Africa.

 Gauteng makes progress in fight against TB

Sunday, March 1, 2026

As South Africa observes TB Awareness Month, the Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) has reported sustained progress in the fight against tuberculosis, particularly in reducing mortality, improving treatment outcomes and maintaining strong case detection.

Deputy President notes progress made and reforms needed in B-BBEE policy

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says that while Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) has faced implementation shortcomings, it has led to measurable progress in economic inclusion, particularly through the growth of the Black middle class and advancement in industries such as mining and finance.