Bright Future Ahead for South African Science Student
Throughout 3-7 December at the ExpoCiencias National competition in Villahermosa, Mexico, grade 11 student Raees Ahmed Khan; from Vryburg, North West; has been selected to represent South Africa.
Eskom Sees Longest Period of Consistent Power Supply in Five Years
Over the course of the last five years, Eskom has seen a significant improvement in the nation’s power supply, marking 240 consecutive days of uninterrupted electricity.
SASSA to Launch Investigation into Social Relief of Distress Grant Fraud
In light of the month-long investigations that confirmed cases of fraud initially uncovered by two first-year Stellenbosch University IT students, Social Development Minister; Sisisi Tolashe; is working together with State security and the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to further probe the issue.
Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Welcomed by South Africa
In response to the most recent ceasefire announced between Israel and Lebanon on Wednesday this week, the South African government has welcomed the decision.
Arrest Warrants by International Criminal Court Welcomed by South Africa
On Thursday this week, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military chief, Mohammed Deif, for war crimes committed between 8 October 2023, up until 20 May 2024.
Payment Changes for N3 and N4 Tolls this Holiday Season
Across South African toll plazas, contactless payment methods have now been introduced for safer and more convenient means of utilising the service.
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Government Plans in Place to Intervene in Eskom Electricity Hike
In response to Eskom’s proposed tariff hike of 36.15% for 2025/26 for direct users and the following public outcry over rising cost of living, the government is in the process of preparing to intervene.
South Africa Condemns West Bank Annexation by Israel
In response to a recent statement attributed to Israel’s Finance Minister on the annexation of the Palestinian West Bank, the South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation has expressed dismay.
Big Changes for Publication of Matric Results
This week, South Africa’s Information Regulator ordered the Department of Basic Education (DBE) to not publish matric results for 2024 in the newspapers, instead directing the department to obtain consent from learners and their parents or guardians to do so.
Gauteng: Cabinet Addresses Water Challenges
In Hammanskraal, Gauteng, residents have been urged by the government to be patient while a new water treatment plant is being installed at the Klipdrift Water Treatment Works.
KwaZulu-Natal: Three Bridges to be Handed Over by Macpherson
On Wednesday this week, Public Works and Infrastructure Minister; Dean Macpherson; handed over three Welisizwe rural bridges in Umzinyathi, KwaZulu-Natal.
Rising Food Insecurity Rates Push for Meat VAT Changes
In a survey conducted by the National Food and Nutrition Security Survey (NFNSS), 63.5% of South African households are affected in some way by food insecurity.
Ireland Set to Join South Africa's Genocide Case Against Israel
On Thursday this week, Ireland’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Michale Martin, stated that the country intends to join South Africa at the end of the year in its genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.
R200m Housing Project Allocated to Durban South Informal Settlement
On Thursday this week, alongside Human Settlements Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi, eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba announced an allocation of R200 million to a housing initiative south of Durban, in the Pilgrim X Informal Settlement.
Mpumalanga: New Road Maintenance System Launched
Amidst the growing call for fixing severely damaged roads across the country, in Mpumalanga, a new Road Maintenance Management System (MMS) was launched by the Department of Public Works, Roads, and Transport.
Budget Speech: Positive Outlooks
During Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget speech that took place on Wednesday, 30 October, several positive financial plans were introduced. These key improvements include: