Weather service warns of severe thunderstorms, localised flooding
The SA weather service (SAWS) has warned of possible widespread rainfall in the east of the country until Christmas Eve. South Africa has endured a prolonged heatwave... Read more.
‘KZN now a hot-spot for GBV in the country’ – report
Minister in the Presidency Sindisiwe Chikunga has reaffirmed that her department is committed to eradicating gender-based violence (GBV). The minister responsible... Read more.
No deal yet in Germany’s Volkswagen union talks
Some 64 hours and five days of negotiations between German carmaker Volkswagen (VW) and the IG Metall union aimed at resolving a bitter labour dispute over planned... Read more.
Teen beauty queen Rea is on a mission to inspire her peers
Sixteen-year-old Reabetswe “Rea” Makgale is not only ready to take on the pageantry world, she wants to use her talents to change the world. The Grade10 pupil... Read more.
Botswana’s new administration lifts ban on SA vegetable imports
International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, has welcomed Botswana’s commitment to strengthening ties and promoting trade with South Africa. ... Read more.
Surge in seasonal rubella cases among children across SA
The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) has reported a significant rise in rubella cases across the country. By the end of September, the NICD... Read more.
New Tourism Summer campaign keeps Durban beaches clean
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille has highlighted the importance of integrating community engagement into tourism and conservation efforts. “Sustainable tourism... Read more.
Fast food chain fined R1m for contravening Consumer Act
A Gauteng-based fast food chain, Braai Block, was slapped with a R1-million fine for violating provisions of the Consumer Protection Act (CPA). The National Consumer... Read more.
Premier urges men to seek help with emotional triggers
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has encouraged men to speak out and seek help when faced with situations that trigger anger or emotional distress. The call... Read more.
Joburg water supply to be fully restored by Christmas
Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero has moved to assure the city’s residents that water supply will be restored to all areas “by Christmas”. This after planned... Read more.
