Skip to main content
Search SAnews

South Africa

Work underway to verify status of hostage drama suspects

Thursday, November 25, 2021

Defence and Military Veterans Deputy Minister Thabang Makwetla says the department has undertaken measures to verify the status of 57 individuals who were involved in an incident where he, along with Minister Thandi Modise and Minister in the Presidency Mondli Gungubele, were held hostage last month.

KZN dam levels remain steady

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

A weekly status report of reservoirs in KwaZulu-Natal shows a minimal decline of the province’s dam levels from last week’s 65.5% to 65.4% this week.

Police urged to do utmost to protect communities

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

Police Deputy Minister Cassel Mathale has called on members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) to serve communities to the best of their abilities.

Medical doctor suspended for fraudulently issuing medical certificates

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

The Health Professions Council of South Africa has suspended a Gqeberha-based medical doctor from practising medicine after he was found guilty of fraudulently issuing medical certificates required by drivers applying for Professional Driving Permits (PrDPs).

Former Newcastle Mayor fined R20 000

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has welcomed the successful prosecution of the former Mayor of Newcastle, Dr Ntuthuko Nkululeko Mahlaba, who was sentenced to a fine of R20 000 or two years imprisonment for inciting violence.

SAA, Kenya Airways aim for 'formidable' Pan African airline

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

State owned airlines, South African Airways and Kenya Airways have signed a strategic partnership framework which marks a milestone in the two companies’ plans to form a pan African airline by 2023.

Africa integration closer than ever - President Ramaphosa

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

President Cyril Ramaphosa says stronger collaborative ties between South Africa and Kenya can have a great impact on Africa’s drive to economic integration through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).