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HPCSA to announce new President and Vice-President 

Friday, December 12, 2025

The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) is set to announce its new President and Vice-President for the 2025–2030 term. 

This announcement will take place during the inaugural meeting of the newly constituted Council on Friday evening in Sandton, Johannesburg. 

According to Section 7 of the Health Professions Act of 1974, Council members are required to elect the President and Vice-President from among themselves at this inaugural meeting.

Law enforcement intensifies operations for festive season

Friday, December 12, 2025

At least 800 National Road Traffic Law-Enforcement Officers supported by various other law-enforcement agencies, will be deployed throughout the festive season to monitor compliance with traffic regulations and maintain safety.

Motsoaledi advocates for universal health coverage

Friday, December 12, 2025

In an address marking Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day 2025, Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has examined South Africa’s healthcare system, challenging the current model of healthcare financing and advocating for transformative change.

Ex-apartheid police to remain behind bars pending bail decision

Friday, December 12, 2025

Two former apartheid-era police officers, who were convicted of the premeditated murder of Congress of South African Students (COSAS) member Caiphus Nyoka, will remain in custody pending judgment in their bail application.

Government welcomes decline in poverty levels

Friday, December 12, 2025

Government has welcomed the latest Poverty Trends in South Africa report released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), which shows a significant decline in poverty levels over the past 17 years.