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Vaal Dam gates remain fully open as levels rise

Friday, November 28, 2025

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has announced that it will maintain the current status of keeping all 10 sluice gates open at the Vaal Dam. 

At Bloemhof Dam, an increase in release of 1 200 cubic meters per second (m³/s) has been activated through the radial gates, starting at 10 am, this morning.

According to the department, the Vaal Dam’s current level is at 106.80%, with an inflow of 1 327.52 m³/s and an outflow of 1 359 m³/s. 

NTCSA welcomes awarding of Market Operator Licence

Friday, November 28, 2025

The National Transmission Company South Africa SOC Ltd (NTCSA) has received the Market Operator Licence which bring the country closer to establishing a competitive market for electricity provision.

Basic Education marks conclusion of 2025 NSC exams

Friday, November 28, 2025

The Department of Basic Education (DBE) says the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations have officially reached their conclusion, with rewrite opportunities for selected subjects having taken place on Thursday.

Dotwana shines at 2025 Grassroots Innovation Awards

Friday, November 28, 2025

The Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Nomalungelo Gina, has congratulated Namhla Dotwana, founder of the sustainable beauty brand, Namhla Collection, for her outstanding success at the 2025 Grassroots Innovation Awards.

Gauteng warns of fake EPWP advert

Friday, November 28, 2025

The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has noted with concern the circulation of fraudulent Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) opportunities on social media.

Matriculants urged to celebrate safely after exams

Friday, November 28, 2025

With the matric exam session now complete, many learners will be attending formal matric rage events and smaller end-of-exams or “pens down” parties over the next week.

The MEC for the Western Cape Education Department, David Maynier, has urged matriculants to celebrate safely.

This year’s National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations concluded on Thursday, 27 November 2025.

“Understandably, our matrics would like to celebrate the end of their school career, but we urge them to do so responsibly. 

Mashatile advocates for gender equity, local government reform

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has emphasised the importance of the ongoing 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children and the critical role that communities play in eliminating the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF).