Gauteng youth to benefit from free learner’s licence tests
The provincial government explained that the initiative is in line with efforts to “bridge the unemployment gap and foster responsible attitudes towards alcohol use”.
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Somandla Sibisi: AFU freezes millions in assets related to alleged PPE corruption case
The order was granted against the assets of well-known Kimberley businessman Somandla Sibisi and his companies Macronym 37 and Aphiwokuhle Holdings.
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President extends condolences to victims of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
The President has also called for the immediate and unconditional opening of humanitarian corridors.
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Dr Nandipha files assault charges against Department of Correctional Services
Motloung criticised the manner in which his client was transported to court, terming it as inhumane.
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South Africa weather forecast for Thursday, 12 October 2023
South Africans are advised to brace for severe weather conditions this Thursday, especially in parts of KwaZulu-Natal and the south-eastern parts of Northern Cape.
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South Africa weather forecast for Wednesday, 11 October 2023
On Wednesday, South Africa will face a diverse range of weather phenomena, from severe thunderstorms to high fire danger warnings, according to the South African Weather Service’s (SAWS) predictions.
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Census 2022: Breaking down key findings on South Africa’s population growth
The recently unveiled Census 2022 disclosed that the population of South Africa burgeoned to 62.02 million individuals.
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Afriforum Youth breaks down race-baiting ‘no whites’ stunt at University of Pretoria
According to Afriforum, the sticker campaign was initiated to draw attention to racial exclusion and the university’s alleged double standards when dealing with issues of racial discrimination.
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South Africa weather forecast for Tuesday, 10 October 2023
On Tuesday, South Africa will experience varying weather conditions, with some severe weather alerts and fire danger warnings in place.
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South Africa weather forecast for Monday, 9 October 2023
Here’s a detailed weather forecast for every province on Monday.
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President Ramaphosa to receive Census 2022 results
Census 2022, according to the Presidency, was the fourth population and housing count in post-apartheid South Africa, with the first conducted in 1996, with subsequent censuses being conducted in 2001 and 2011.
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SANDF sheds light on cause of Northern Cape training base fire [video]
A day after the incident, SANDF released a detailed statement providing insight into the dreadful event.
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Ad agencies pressure their colleagues not to work for fossil fuel companies
Clean Creatives has published a list of agencies with coal, oil, and gas clients.
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UNISA administration must be lifted immediately, North Gauteng court rules
This court order has momentarily stymied Nzimande’s course of action, which was initially propelled by escalating concerns regarding alleged financial mismanagement and maladministration within the university.
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South Africa weather forecast for Friday, 6 October 2023
Here’s a detailed weather forecast for every province on Friday.
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Increased police visibility on Mabopane freeway to deal with armed robberies
The public has been encouraged to be vigilant when using the Mabopane freeway and not to stop but rather drive to the nearest filling station.
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Rescue officials on ‘high alert’ after Duban CBD building fire [video]
It is gathered from sources on the ground that the fire ignited on the fourth floor in the electrical room.
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Mystery Soweto food poisoning outbreak claims two more lives
This tragedy follows a similar incident days earlier, where two four-year-old children in Soweto died, reportedly after eating biscuits from a foreign-owned spaza shop.
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President Ramaphosa to officially launch the Border Management Authority
The establishment of the BMA means that South Africa now has an integrated border management platform, with a single command and control with which to support the attainment of secure borders, safe travel
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South Africa weather forecast for Thursday, 5 October 2023
Here’s a detailed weather forecast for every province on Thursday.
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Possible 3.0 magnitude earthquake rattles Johannesburg on Wednesday, 4 October 2023
The seismic activity was felt in several nearby towns and cities, including Soweto, Roodepoort, and Randfontein.
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Jeppestown footbridge collapse: Two pedestrians injured, PRASA confirms
The Jeppestown footbridge collapse poses a setback to the ongoing efforts aimed at revamping the infrastructure.
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Some pensioners are still queuing for hours for their grants
But payments seem to be going more smoothly, at least in some places
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Eskom exposes City of Tshwane, Ekurhuleni for failing to honour R4.7 billion debt
The City of Tshwane, which owes Eskom about R3.2 billion, while the debt of Ekurhuleni Municipality stands just shy of R1.5 billion.
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Gauteng heatwave: Five ways to stay cool in extreme scorching conditions
Pretorians are particularly set to experience blistering temperatures peaking around 37°C.
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South Africa weather forecast for Wednesday, 4 October 2023
Here’s a detailed weather forecast for every province on Wednesday.
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Govt considers vaccination to contain the spread of avian influenza
The number of chickens that have died is 107,705, while the reported number of chickens that were culled is 1,318,521.
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City of Ekurhuleni warns residents of snakes
Snakes such as the puff adder and rinkhals are extremely dangerous, with the puff adder known to be instinctive, slow in pace and quick to sense danger.
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No glitches expected with October grant payment cycle, says Mpumalanga SASSA
According to SASSA, the elderly will receive their money on 3 October 2023, those living with disabilities on 4 October 2023, while payment of children grants categories will get theirs from 5 October 2023.
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Floyd Shivambu will use this ethics policy loophole to challenge VBS report in court
The violation was said to be due to Floyd Shivambu’s failure to declare money he received from VBS Mutual Bank.