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Community development workers uplift local communities

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

What started as a response to persistent waste and sanitation challenges in Sondela informal settlement has evolved into a beacon of hope, dignity, and sustainability through the Phepafatso Project.

More than 16 000 suspects arrested for various offences

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

The South African Police Service (SAPS) continues to implement its nationwide crime prevention and combating operations, which has resulted in the arrests of 16 648 suspects for various offences in recent days.

Localisation is key to deepen SA’s value chains 

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister, Alexandra Abrahams, says localisation must be embraced as a national commitment to rebuild productive capacity, deepen value chains and ensure that economic growth translates into real opportunities for South Africans.

Home Affairs cuts red tape for visa applications

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

The Department of Home Affairs has launched a groundbreaking digital platform to fast-track the processing of visa applications for individuals attending major international events.

North West refutes viral image of alleged learner killing

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

The North West Department of Education has moved to dispel misleading information currently circulating on social media of a photo of a 54-year-old woman allegedly arrested for beating a 12-year-old learner to death for not wearing proper school uniform.

Restoring dignity through decent housing

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

As South Africa marks Human Rights Month and approaches three decades since the adoption of its Constitution, the link between human rights and human settlements has never been more pronounced.