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SASSA to introduce biometric enrolment in September

Monday, August 25, 2025

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced that it will be introducing mandatory Beneficiary Biometric Enrolment at all its offices from 01 September 2025.

DWYPD secures second clean audit

Monday, August 25, 2025

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has received a clean audit from the Auditor-General for the second consecutive year, marking a significant milestone in government’s efforts to strengthen financial management and good governance within government.

Tributes continue to pour in for actress Nandi Nyembe 

Monday, August 25, 2025

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Sports, Arts, Culture and Recreation (SACR) has paid tribute to legendary actress Nandi Nyembe, affectionately known as Mam’ Nandi.

New regulations for ship-to-ship transfer operations

Monday, August 25, 2025

The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has signed new regulations to manage offshore ship-to-ship transfer operations, which will see transgressors pay fines of up to R2 million, imprisonment for up to five years, or both.

Awards honour excellence in the arts 

Sunday, August 24, 2025

The stage was alive with celebration as the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) hosted the 2025 National Arts and Culture Awards (NACA) at the Sun City Super Bowl in the North West.

Tributes continue for Mama Nandi Nyembe

Sunday, August 24, 2025

The Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Matome Chiloane has extended his heartfelt condolences following the passing of South Africa’s legendary actress, Mama Nandi Nyembe, who passed away on Saturday.

Power system remains stable 

Sunday, August 24, 2025

With just over a week remaining in Eskom’s Winter Outlook period, the power system remains well-positioned to maintain stability and reliably meet demand.

Condolences for actress Nandi Nyembe

Sunday, August 24, 2025

Prolific actress Mam’ Nandi Nyembe has been described as the “very soul of South African storytelling” and as someone who was a "teacher and guide” in the country’s arts landscape.