Good morning, esteemed members of the media, and thank you for being with us today during this critical time for our province. We gather here today under a dark cloud that has unleashed astonishing rains, unprecedented in their intensity, measuring up to …
Dear Fellow South African, Last week, the Minister of Basic Education announced that the Matric Class of 2025 had made history by achieving the highest pass rate in our country’s history. More than 650,000 learners passed the National Senior Certificate, …
President Cyril Ramaphosa hosted Colonel Michael Randrianirina, President of the Refoundation of the Republic of Madagascar, for a briefing at Mahlamba Ndlopfu, the Official Residence in Pretoria. Colonel Randrianirina briefed President Ramaphosa on the …
Following a series of reports containing serious allegations concerning the President’s clear instruction on how Exercise Will for Peace 2026 should be conducted, in particular the participation of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Minister of Defence, Hon …
On Monday, 19 January 2026, Premier Alan Winde will conduct an oversight visit at the Kraaifontein South African Police (SAPS) station in Cape Town. The visit forms part of the Western Cape Government’s ongoing efforts to assess policing capacity, engage …
Government welcomes the World Bank’s assessment that shows economic growth in South Africa strengthened to 1.3 % in 2025, supported by a more reliable electricity supply, a strong agricultural harvest, and improved business confidence toward the end of the …
Urgent safety alert: High-risk dam levels in Limpopo Province The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) issues an urgent public notice regarding the critically high-water levels at multiple dams across Limpopo Province. Persistent rainfall and strong …
The MEC for Education in KwaZulu-Natal, Mr Sipho Hlomuka, has encouraged learners who did not meet the requirements in the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations to take advantage of the Department’s Second Chance Programme. Mr Hlomuka said …
The Border Management Authority (BMA), in collaboration with the Department of Social Development (DSD), has prioritised urgent engagement with relevant Zimbabwean authorities following the interceptions of undocumented minors in the Beitbridge border area …
The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Mr Velenkosini Hlabisa, has called on communities in Limpopo and Mpumalanga to exercise heightened caution and take all necessary safety measures as persistent heavy rainfall continues …
Minister Willie Aucamp, MP and Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, has expressed deep concern over the severe weather conditions and flooding currently affecting sections of the Kruger National Park. Persistent heavy rainfall across …
The Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Mr Narend Singh visited the Incident Command Post and inspected the fire-affected areas in the Wemmershoek region near Franschhoek, Western Cape on 15 January 2026 to assess the situation …
The Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Mr Njabulo Nzuza, will on Thursday, 22 January 2026, hand over a fully equipped computer laboratory to Umdlamfe Secondary School in Esikhaweni, Richards Bay, as part of government’s Back-to-school Campaign, in …
The weekly state of reservoirs report released by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has revealed that the Vaal Dam, one of South Africa’s most critical reservoirs, continues to perform strongly with storage levels remaining above capacity this …
National Treasury published a draft national online gambling tax discussion paper on 25 November 2025 for public comment, with the comment period ending by close of business on 30 January 2026. Since publication, National Treasury has received numerous …
The KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Education, Mr Sipho Hlomuka, has issued a stern warning to the public, parents and learners to remain vigilant and not fall victim to bogus and fly-by-night education institutions operating illegally within the province. The MEC …
Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, dismisses misleading and unfounded claims and statements that the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) prioritises foreign nationals when placing children at the expense of South African learners in public …
National Treasury has published the draft General Laws (Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Terrorism Financing) Amendment Bill, 2025 for public comment, as conveyed in Government Notice No. 6997 in Government Gazette No. 53955 that was published on 14 …
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education appeals to parents and guardians who are seeking learner placement or first-time admission for their children in grades R, one and 8 approach their nearest district or circuit offices for assistance, this includes …
Following a series of reports containing serious allegations concerning the President's clear instruction on how Exercise Will for Peace 2026 should be conducted in particular the participation of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Minister of Defense …
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