For South African motorists, the price paid at the pump is far more than just the cost of the fuel itself, but the end result of a multitude of global and domestic forces ranging from the fluctuating price of crude oil and the strength of the Rand to the intricate costs of shipping, storage, and a series of government levies and taxes.
Government has intensified efforts to contain the spread of Foot and Mouth disease (FMD) through a nationwide vaccination campaign aimed at protecting livestock and supporting the country’s agricultural sector.
As Human Rights Month draws to a close, South Africa should never let the sun set on inclusive human rights for all its people if it is to fully embody and honour the Constitution.
South Africa’s National Minimum Wage (NMW) is set to rise from R28.79 to R30.23 for each ordinary hour worked, with effect from 1 March 2026, helping stretched workers bring home a little more bacon.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana: Full 2026 Budget Speech.
South Africa’s strategic partnership with the African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank) has unlocked a US$8 billion commitment to drive industrial growth, create jobs, and strengthen the economy by adding more value to South Africa’s natural resources.
As South Africa prepares for next week’s Budget Speech, President Cyril Ramaphosa has signalled a shift in the national narrative – from one of recovery to one of guarded optimism.
When President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on the evening of 12 February 2026, the setting will once again carry deep constitutional and historical symbolism.
Prospective students, who need guidance in accessing the Post-School Education and Training (PSET) system, are encouraged to make use of the Central Application Service (CAS).
Here is a comprehensive guide on how the CAS works: https://www.gov.za/sites/default/files/gcis_documents/CAS_Learner%20Guide.pdf.
As the 2026 academic year is set to get underway soon, Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister, Dr Mimmy Gondwe, has urged learners and students to put their best foot forward academically in order to make their dreams a reality.
