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Military veterans called to participate in verification drive

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

The Department of Military Veterans (DMV) has urged all eligible applicants in KwaZulu-Natal and across the country to participate in its verification drive to finalise their status and gain access to benefits.

GPAA CEO disciplinary hearing commences

Monday, February 2, 2026

A disciplinary hearing into the conduct of Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA) Chief Executive Officer Kedibone Madiehe has commenced today.

Chikunga warns youth against substance abuse

Monday, February 2, 2026

The Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has warned young people against substance abuse, cautioning that it threatens their health, safety, education and long-term contribution to South Africa’s socio-economic development.

'Risk assessment' informed Bester, Matlala transfers - Thobakgale

Monday, February 2, 2026

The transfers of suspected criminal mastermind, Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala and convicted rapist and murderer, Thabo Bester, to the super maximum eBongweni Correctional Centre in Kokstad, were done in line with security assessments.