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DFFE allocated R9.127 billion

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Willie Aucamp has tabled his department’s 2026/27 Budget Vote, which amounts to R9.127 billion.

Joint Durban CBD operation closes non-compliant businesses

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

A high-impact multidisciplinary law enforcement operation on Monday led to the arrest of 23 undocumented foreign nationals and the closure of five non-compliant retail outlets operating along Dr Pixley KaSeme and Anton Lembede streets in Durban.

Government pays tribute to veteran journalist Baldwin Ndaba

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has extended heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues in the media industry on the passing of respected journalist, Baldwin Ndaba.

Government welcomes gains in service delivery

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Government has welcomed the findings of the 2025 General Household Survey (GHS) released by Statistics South Africa, showing that household access to improved water, sanitation and electricity has improved significantly over the past 23 years.

Basic Education Budget prioritises early learning, literacy and school reform

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has announced a series of reforms aimed at strengthening foundational learning, improving financial accountability and expanding Early Childhood Development (ECD), while warning that growing financial pressures in provincial education departments threaten service delivery in schools.

Ceres records the highest 24-hour rainfall since 1955

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has confirmed that exceptionally high rainfall totals have been recorded at the Ceres Automatic Weather Station (AWS), highlighting a notably active start to the winter rainfall season over parts of the south-western interior in the Western Cape.