June 22
South Africa: South Africa Nationals Held in Equatorial Guinea Return Home
Government has welcomed the release of two South African nationals that were held in detention in Equatorial Guinea. Read more »
South Africa: Investigation Into SANDF Macadamia Military Base Incident
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) have launched a joint investigation into the deaths of two soldiers at the at Macadamia… Read more »
June 20
South Africa: Nyhontso Calls for Bold Action to Reverse Native Land Act Legacy
Land Reform and Rural Development Minister, Mzwanele Nyhontso, has called for bold and decisive steps to reverse the legacy of the Native Land Act of 1913. Read more »
South Africa: Western Cape Works Around the Clock to Deal With Extortion, Says Premier
Extortion hinders economic growth and job creation, posing daily threats to residents' safety and livelihoods. It robs people of opportunities and their dignity. Read more »
South Africa: Higher Education Hosts Youth Outreach in Mpumalanga
The Department of Higher Education and Training has successfully held a Youth Month Community Outreach Programme at Ehlanzeni Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)… Read more »
June 19
South Africa: SA Sends 10 Critically Endangered Black Rhinos to Mozambique
Ten additional black rhinos have been successfully translocated from South Africa to Zinave National Park in Mozambique to help secure the first founder population of black rhinos… Read more »
South Africa: Ethekwini Municipality Strengthens Ties in UAE to Advance Smart City
The eThekwini Municipality has embarked on a high-level international engagement mission in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), reinforcing its commitment to sustainable urban… Read more »
South Africa: Eastern Cape Holds Provincial Day of Mourning for Storm Victims
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government is today hosting a Provincial Day of Mourning in honour of the victims of last week's floods. Read more »
South Africa: Report Shows That Consumers Owe Municipalities R416.1 Billion
As of 31 March 2025, total consumers debt owed to municipalities amounted to R416.1 billion when compared to R347.6 billion that was reported in the same period in 2023/24. Read more »
South Africa: Western Cape Prepares for Severe Cold, Wet Weather
Western Cape MEC for Local Government, Environmental Affairs, and Development Planning, Anton Bredell, has confirmed that the provincial government is ready for the upcoming winter… Read more »
South Africa: Symposium Looks Into Impact of Political Funding Law
The Electoral Commission of South Africa's Chief Executive Officer, Sy Mamabolo, says the Party Funding in SA symposium has been convened to assess the implementation and impact of… Read more »
South Africa: Africa Future Hospitality Summit Underway in Cape Town
Western Cape MEC for Agriculture, Economic Development, and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, has welcomed delegates from across the world to the Future Hospitality Summit Africa which is… Read more »
June 18
South Africa: Police Minister Condemns Threats Against At Gift of the Givers Staff
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has strongly condemned the threats and intimidation directed at humanitarian organisation, Gift of the Givers, while they were delivering lifesaving… Read more »
South Africa: Mashatile Arrives in Moscow to Boost SA-Russia Trade Relations
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has arrived in Moscow for a working visit aimed at strengthening economic and trade ties between South Africa and Russia. Read more »
South Africa: Government Commits to Supporting Families Who Were Affected By Storms and Strong Winds
Government has reaffirmed its dedication to supporting affected families, speeding up recovery efforts, and investing in long-term solutions to adapt to climate risks. Read more »
South Africa: Cricket World Champions Arrive Home
Hundreds of South Africans braved the cold on Wednesday to welcome the national men's cricket team back on home soil, following their historic victory in the 2025 International… Read more »
South Africa: Electoral Commission Hosts First Symposium On Political Funding in SA
The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has launched a two-day symposium on political funding, aimed at evaluating and enhancing the regulatory framework governing the use… Read more »
South Africa: Eastern Cape Revives Agricultural Shows to Boost Smallholder Farmers Market
The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture has revived its famous agricultural shows that have long served as a platform for celebrating excellence in farming, with a renewed focus… Read more »
South Africa: Government's Spaza Shop Campaign Goes to Sedibeng
The Sedibeng District Municipality in Gauteng will be the next stop in the national campaign to create awareness about the Spaza Shop Support Fund. Read more »
South Africa: South Africa Views G7 As Strategic Partner in Several Areas
South Africa views the Group of Seven (G7) as a strategic partner in its efforts to drive climate resilience, promote a just energy transition, and secure value-added investment in… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Appoints Minister Angie Motshekga As Acting President
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga, to serve as Acting President of the Republic of South Africa from 17 to 19… Read more »
South Africa: Ethekwini Intensifies Water Management Measures
The eThekwini Municipality's Water and Sanitation Unit will intensify measures to enhance water management through various key initiatives, including the installation of strategic… Read more »
South Africa: Hlabisa to Lead Discussions With Business On Review of White Paper On Local Government
The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, will this week lead a roundtable discussion with the National Business Initiative (NBI)… Read more »
June 17
South Africa: Duma Sends Condolences After Fatal Bus-Truck Collision Claims 10 Lives
KwaZulu-Natal Transport and Human Settlements MEC, Siboniso Duma, has expressed his condolences to the families of ten passengers, who lost their lives in an accident involving a… Read more »
South Africa: Foot-and-Mouth Disease Detected in the North West
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has confirmed an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District, specifically within the… Read more »