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Sandton, South Africa – 15 May 2025: One week ago, MADS — Media Advertising Development Services — officially launched to reshape the future of the Media, Advertising, and Communication sectors. Hosted at the Theatre on the Square in Sandton, the event brought together professionals, interns, and industry leaders for a dynamic gathering of theatre, dialogue, …
People must be able to access asylum system even if they don’t have valid transit visas
A man recovered out of a swimming pool is sadly deceased. John Nicholas, NSRI Port Edward station commander, said: At 15h07, Saturday, 17 May, NSRI Port Edward duty crew were activated following reports from Netcare 911 ambulance services who, together with Medevac ambulance services and the SA Police Services, were responding to a local Port …
9 May 2025 – Neo Maema will captain the South African side that will face Malawi in a crucial African Nations Championship (CHAN) second leg qualifier at Loftus Stadium on Sunday, 11 May 2025. Kickoff is at 15h00. Maema missed the first leg in Lilongwe due to club commitments and Kwanda Mngonyama captained the team […]
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SA participates in Education World Forum
The Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Mimmy Gondwe, is to lead a South African Post-School Education and Training (PSET) sector delegation to the Education World Forum (EWF) 2025 taking place in London.
“The Education World Forum offers a valuable platform for collaboration among global education leaders. By sharing innovative practices and insights, we can strengthen our higher education system, equipping youth with essential skills to drive economic growth and reduce unemployment,” the Deputy Minister said on Sunday.
EWF 2025 is the world’s largest annual gathering of education leaders and ministers. Gondwe is scheduled to participate in the event from 18 to 21 May 2025.
The Deputy Minister will champion South Africa’s commitment to equitable access and quality education for all by taking part in key discussions and engagements, at the EWF, relating to themes such as girls' education, preventing gender-based violence, fostering public-private partnerships to drive innovation in education, and promoting vocational education and skills development as pathways for youth employment and economic growth.
“Deputy Minister Gondwe has expressed hope and excitement that the insights gained at EWF 2025 will help provide solutions and guidance for some challenges facing the local higher education sector,” the Ministry of Higher Education and Training said. -SAnews.gov.za
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Following an extensive pitch process, Airtel Africa has appointed Publicis Groupe Africa as its integrated marketing partner across 12 key markets within the continent. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in African marketing, uniting two dynamic organisations with a shared ambition to deliver creative, data-driven brand experiences that resonate across diverse audiences. The collaboration …
Funding skills training programmes critical for service delivery
The Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, Sello Seitlholo, has emphasised the importance of funding skills training programmes in the water sector to improve service delivery at municipal level.
“We must continue to make every effort to fund, support and incentivise such programmes to ensure that we harness the skills we need to improve the state of our municipalities,” Seitlholo said on Saturday.
The Deputy Minister was addressing the five-year celebration of the Young Engineers Changemakers Programme (YECP) organised by Water Research Commission (WRC) in partnership with the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology.
The YECP was launched five years ago to empower a new generation of municipal engineers in efforts to contribute to sustainable service delivery.
It also provides opportunities for young South African engineers to partake in testing potential innovative water and sanitation solutions in real world sites and to gain the necessary skills required to drive municipalities of the future which are sustainable, liveable and builds socio-technical infrastructure and services.
To date, 50 young engineers from 21 municipalities around the country have been trained over the last five years.
The Deputy Minister congratulated the young engineers and reminded them that their core purpose was to make a positive contribution in arresting the decline of engineering skills in the municipalities.
“We meet here to celebrate both the milestone of this important programme as well as to take stock of its potential and future in helping us address the challenges which threaten to cripple our democracy. We cannot fix South Africa without fixing municipalities.
“For us to fix municipalities, requisite skills and capacity should be taken into consideration and should be prioritised. It is for this reason that we should acknowledge the joint efforts by the WRC and Department of Science, Innovation and Technology to empower the engineers,” Seitlholo said.
He said a cause of failing infrastructure was a lack of capacity and skills in municipalities, particularly engineering skills.
The Deputy Minister highlighted that municipal water and sanitation services are deteriorating, as it was revealed by the recent Green Drop, Blue Drop and No Drop assessment reports released by the Department of Water and Sanitation.
Sixty four out of 144 Water Services Authorities (WSAs) scored ‘critical’ on average across their water supply systems and/or wastewater systems in the 2023 Blue Drop and 2022 Green Drop assessments.
“This is a bleak sign that municipalities, constituting a majority of WSAs, are in crisis. If the state of governance in municipalities does not improve and we do not capacitate municipalities with skilled engineers and planners, we will face a crippling water crisis. And unlike with our electricity crisis, water is a resource that cannot be replaced,” he said.
The Deputy Minister said the YEPC was a positive initiative that will help turn things around as municipalities are in dire need of capacity and skills.
He said the department and other sector role players will continue to provide targeted support to local government through various support and intervention programmes aimed at improving water services. - SAnews.gov.za
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SA calls for Gaza ceasefire
South Africa has reiterated its call for an immediate ceasefire and for the resumption of a political process to end the occupation in the Gaza Strip by Israel.
This comes after the killing of 143 Gazans by the Israel Defence Force on 15 May 2025, as Palestinians commemorated the 77th anniversary of Nakba Day, which marks the beginning of the displacement of Palestinians in 1948.
“The international community must act decisively to hold Israel accountable for violations of international law, pertinently international humanitarian, and human rights law.
“This includes the implementation of effective measures to bring an end to the occupation, the ongoing policies and practices of collective punishment, and the illegal blockade imposed on the Gaza Strip,” the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) said on Friday.
Furthermore, DIRCO said there must be an immediate halt to the practices of arbitrary and administrative detention, as well as to acts of torture and ill-treatment of Palestinian detainees, particularly children.
“These actions are in clear violation of international humanitarian law, including the Fourth Geneva Convention, and international human rights norms/standards as enshrined in the Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment.
“It is imperative that all Palestinian detainees held without due process be released, and that all victims – especially children – be provided with adequate compensation and rehabilitation, in accordance with international law and justice.
“The credibility of the international order depends on the consistent application of international law and accountability for all violations, regardless of the perpetrator,” DIRCO said.
South Africa’s assertion during its recent presentations at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) during the hearings regarding the Obligations of Israel in relation to the Presence and Activities of the United Nations, Other international organisations and Third States in and in relation to the Occupied Palestinian Territory, were that Gaza has become a killing field and warned of the human-made famine in Gaza due to the deliberate blockade of humanitarian aid by the Israeli Government.
“As famine conditions worsen in Gaza, and the ceasefire efforts remain stalled, Israel’s complete blockade of aid into Gaza and its restrictions on humanitarian access contravene Israel’s obligations under international humanitarian law and the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide.
“Israel’s persistent grave violations are part of a broader strategy to remove Palestinians from their land by subjecting them to starvation and making the Gaza Strip uninhabitable,” DIRCO said. - SAnews.gov.za
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10 May 2025- South African U20 men’s national team coach Raymond Mdaka is a happy man after his charges booked a place in the quarterfinals of the U20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt on Friday night. Amajita battled to a 1-1 draw against Zambia in their final Group A match at the Suez Canal […]
The post Coach Mdaka impressed by Amajita’s fighting spirit first appeared on SAFA.net.
As part of its ongoing implementation of the Inland Waters Strategy, the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) recently rolled out a focused Gatekeeper workshop for officials stationed at Eagle Waters Wildlife Resort in Harties on the 8 to 9 April 2025. The training was facilitated by SAMSA Boating Unit represented by Mr. Vusi Dube … Continue reading SAMSA Boating Unit Hosts Gatekeeper Workshop at Eagle Waters for Inland Waters Strategy
Minister Kubayi travels to Ghana
The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, will travel to the Republic of Ghana to participate in a high-level Retreat on the Kampala Amendments and International Criminal Justice.
“The Retreat will bring together Ministers of Justice and senior officials from all 33 African States Parties to the International Criminal Court (ICC), alongside representatives from the ICC Presidency, the Assembly of States Parties (ASP), the ICC Trust Fund for Victims, senior African Union officials, and international legal experts,” the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Development said on Sunday.
Her visit is scheduled to take place from 19 to 21 May 2025.
The event follows the successful pilot retreat in Johannesburg in October 2024, which raised awareness and fostered a sense of ownership among African States Parties to advocate for a crime of aggression regime that is both fair and legitimate and began the process of an amendment proposal being submitted by African States.
“The Kampala Amendments on the Crime of Aggression are a set of legal changes adopted in 2010 at the Review Conference of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC), held in Kampala, Uganda.
“These amendments define the Crime of Aggression and establish the conditions under which the ICC can exercise jurisdiction over it. An act of aggression includes using armed force by one state against another in violation of the United Nations (UN) Charter, such as, invasion, military occupation, annexation by force, bombardment, or blockade,” the Ministry explained.
The meeting in Johannesburg laid the groundwork for an Africa-led amendment proposal and reaffirmed the continent’s commitment to a fair and legitimate international criminal justice framework.
“South Africa remains a committed advocate for international legal accountability. Minister Kubayi’s participation highlights the country’s support for multilateralism, the fight against impunity, and the advancement of an inclusive and balanced global justice system,” the Ministry said.
Organised in collaboration with the Ministries of Justice of Ghana, Sierra Leone, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Accra retreat will build on the Johannesburg outcomes and further deliberate on the amendment proposal submitted by the Group of Friends (GoF).
“The goal is to finalise a unified African position on the Kampala Amendments ahead of discussions at the Assembly of States Parties. The Ministry welcomes this opportunity for meaningful engagement and continental collaboration as African States continue to shape a credible and effective international criminal justice system.” - SAnews.gov.za
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On 25 April 2025, a FW de Klerk Foundation delegation visited U-turn and learned more about the important services that they provide for the homeless.
The post A VISIT TO U-TURN: TURNING LIVES AROUND appeared first on FW de Klerk Foundation.
CHICAGO The Musical is back and sexier than ever before! The highly talented all-South African cast is set to razzle dazzle audiences at Artscape, Cape Town from Wednesday, 27 August to Sunday, 28 September 2025 and at Montecasino’s Teatro, Johannesburg from Friday, 03 October to Sunday, 09 November 2025. Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster.co.za […]
Dear Editor The DA is devastated to learn that 155 children across our country under age 5 have died in public health facilities with moderate (MAM) or severe acute malnutrition (SAM) as an underlying condition since January 2025. The majority of children affected were in Limpopo (32), Gauteng (30), and KwaZulu-Natal (29) This has been …
The Race to the Eight went right down to the wire with five teams in the hunt for the last three spots going into the final round of matches. In the end, it was Munster Rugby, Edinburgh Rugby and the Scarlets who booked their passage to the knockout stages. With the top eight locked in …
Colder weather expected next week
South Africans can brace themselves for cold weather conditions in the new week as two cold frontal systems are expected to develop from Monday until Friday.
According to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), the two cold frontal systems are expected to develop from 19 until 23 May 2025 with a high likelihood of disrupting the current mild to warm weather conditions that has been prevailing for some days.
“On Monday, 19 May, a cold front will make landfall over the south-western parts of the country, resulting in wet, cold, and windy conditions over the western parts of the Western Cape. While this system will not be intense, it serves as a precursor to the more significant weather system that will follow the next day.
“On Tuesday, 20 May, the above-mentioned weather conditions will spread to the east, affecting the Namakwa District of the Northern Cape and the Eastern Cape,” the weather service said.
This continued impact of the weather conditions will be due to a well-developed cold front, resulting in isolated to scattered showers and rain.
Rainfall accumulations are expected to range between 15 to 25 mm, with a possibility of reaching 30 to 50 mm in mountainous areas.
“The persistent and continuous rainy conditions may lead to localised floods, particularly in areas with poor drainage and low-lying regions. Strong and gusty westerly to north-westerly winds, with wind speeds averaging between 55 and 65 km/h, are expected across the Western Cape, Northern Cape, and the Eastern Cape more especially over the interior.
“Possible impacts might result in outdoor activities being disrupted with a high likelihood of localised damage to infrastructure, uprooted trees, increased traveling time on the roads, problems for high sided vehicles, especially along the national routes through the provinces as well as disruptions to power lines,” SAWS said.
For maritime operators and coastal residents, westerly to north-westerly gale-force winds (65-75 km/h) are expected along the coastline, particularly from Alexander Bay through to Plettenberg Bay.
These high winds will result in very rough seas on Tuesday and Wednesday, leading to sea conditions that could impact small vessels and coastal activities.
There is also a possibility of abnormal waves along the south-eastern coast, with wave heights of 5 metres to 6.5 metres, occasionally peaking at 7 metres, with a 10 seconds wave period on Wednesday.
“In addition, freezing levels are expected to drop considerably, creating conditions favourable for some snowfall over high-lying areas and a general drop in temperatures. These very cold conditions are expected to spread to the central and the eastern parts of the country from Tuesday late evening, persisting until Friday morning, 23 May 2025,” SAWS said.
The weather service will continue to monitor any further developments relating to the weather systems and will issue subsequent updates as required.
Updates may be followed on X (@SAWeatherServic), Facebook (South African Weather Service) or other SAWS-supported social media platforms. - SAnews.gov.za
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The Vodacom United Rugby Championship quarter-finals will play out in a fortnight in Pretoria, Durban, Dublin, and Glasgow, following an exciting final pool round in which the top eight teams and the venues for the four playoff rounds were locked in. The Vodacom Bulls – who were assured of the second spot on the standings …
Airlink Pumas will host the 2025 SA Cup final next weekend in Nelspruit against Suzuki Griquas following their dramatic 31-29 win over the Sanlam Boland Kavaliers on Friday at Mbombela Stadium, while defending champions Griquas managed to edge Toyota Cheetahs 41-38 in their drama-filled semi-final Saturday afternoon in Kimberley. Griquas and Cheetahs were locked at …
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) warns the public to be cautious when conducting financial services business with persons on Telegram and Facebook purporting to be associated with financial services provider (FSP) Aluma Capital (Pty) Ltd (Aluma Capital) (FSP number 46449), and its representatives Mr. Leon Hart (Mr. Hart) and Ms. Leonie Nortje (Ms. Nortje). …
Former NBA Academy Africa student-athlete Jean-Jacques Boissy scored 28 points, including 24 from behind the arc, got seven rebounds and three steals, and Al Ahli Tripoli (Libya) beat Made By Basketball (MBB, South Africa) 87-77 when the Basketball Africa League's (BAL) (www.BAL.NBA.com) Nile Conference tipped off at BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda on Saturday night. In the second game, APR (Rwanda) defeated Nairobi City Thunder (Kenya) 92-63.
Jaylen Adams and Naseim Badrush combined for 30 points and eight rebounds for Al Ahli who outrebounded MBB 51-37, including grabbing 21 offensive rebounds. Teafale Lenard Jr. got 20 points and six rebounds, Robinson Opong added 15 points, and Pieter Prinsloo finished with six points and five rebounds for MBB.
Meanwhile, Aliou Diara did it all for APR, finishing with 21 points, 12 rebounds, six blocks and four steals, with the team shooting 52.3 percent from the floor. Former NBA player Chasson Randle added 20 points for APR, who also recorded 28 fast break points.
The Nile Conference continues on Sunday, when Nairobi City Thunder takes on Al Ahli Tripoli at 2:30 p.m. and MBB faces APR at 5:30 p.m. CAT.
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18 May 2025 – Many would’ve now forgotten that South Africa’s U20 team, Amajita, started on a losing note in the CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Such has been Amajita’s fantastic run in the tournament that the bad start is a distant memory. The boys’ tenacious approach has seen them go from losing […]
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Minister condemns killing of eight people in Umlazi
The Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu, has strongly condemned the senseless and brutal killing of eight people - six men and two women - in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal on Friday evening.
It is reported that the victims were indoors when an unknown number of suspects entered and opened fire, killing them at the scene.
“The attack which claimed the lives of innocent individuals is a horrific act of violence that has no place in our society. We condemn this heinous crime in the strongest possible terms. Such calculated and cold-blooded violence tears at the fabric of our communities.
“A dedicated team of investigators has been assigned to pursue every lead, gather critical evidence, and bring those behind this atrocity to book. We will not rest until those responsible face the consequences of their actions,” the Minister said on Saturday.
Police in KwaZulu-Natal have launched a manhunt for an unknown number of suspects.
“We call on members of the community to stand together with law enforcement during this time. If you have any information—no matter how small—that may assist in identifying or locating the perpetrators, we urge you to come forward,” the Minister said.
Members of the public can contact their nearest police station or call the Crime Stop number anonymously at 08600 10111. - SAnews.gov.za
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