Skip to main content
Search SAnews

South Africa

New Nelson Mandela Rules Academy signals shift toward humanised corrections

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Exactly 36 years after President Nelson Mandela walked out of prison and into the pages of history, President Cyril Ramaphosa returned to the very grounds where that decisive moment unfolded, reaffirming South Africa’s commitment to justice anchored in human dignity.

Reflections ahead of SONA 2026

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

As South Africans prepare to listen and watch the State of the Nation Address (SoNa) on 12 February 2026 at 7pm, the country does so at a time marked by positive developments which include the strengthening of the rand, consecutive quarters of economic growth and having consistent power supply from Eskom.

Parliament ready for landmark 2026 SONA

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Parliament is gearing up for one of the most significant events on South Africa’s democratic calendar as preparations gather pace for the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) — a sitting that coincides with the 30th anniversary of the country’s Constitution.

Dr Bauer appointed to serve on FMD Ministerial Task Team

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has appointed Dr Gary Bauer to formally represent the wildlife sector on the Ministerial Task Team overseeing South Africa’s response to the current foot and mouth disease (FMD) outbreak.

Braille signage unveiled at Blaauwberg Nature Reserve

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Visually impaired visitors will now be able to access and engage with coastal environmental information at the Blaauwberg Nature Reserve in Cape Town, following the unveiling of the first Braille informational beach signage.

Joburg working to resolve water issues

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

City of Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero has moved to assure residents that the municipality is hard at work to resolve water supply challenges.

Kimberley welcomes Alaya on peace journey

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

A man who has embarked on a remarkable journey to walk the longest walkable route on Earth to promote peace across the world, arrived in Kimberley on Tuesday.