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The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has underlined the importance of forestry and fisheries as engines of rural and coastal development that contribute directly to national growth. “Forestry and fisheries are not small side industries. They are pillars of our economy, supporting families, creating work, and driving transformation in places …

Staff Writer  ·1 Oct 2025 Johannesburg’s water and electricity infrastructure is collapsing, with large parts of the city experiencing regular outages. The city is also struggling with a decaying road network, deteriorating service levels, and dysfunctional and corrupt management. The problems in Johannesburg are not new. It has reached such concerning levels that South African …

Staff Writer  ·1 Oct 2025 The Office of the Tax Ombudsman (OTO) has published draft recommendations to SARS to change its tax refund verification processes to combat eFiling profile hijackings in South Africa. This includes holding tax refunds longer for further verification when profile details were recently altered, and implementing more stringent pre-refund verifications when …

The South African Government is closely monitoring the situation concerning the Global Sumud Flotilla, which is now navigating a high-risk area in the Mediterranean Sea. We note with grave concern the reports of unidentified drone activity in the vicinity of the civilian vessels. South Africa wishes to reiterate, in the strongest terms, its call for …

Toyota has just launched an important update for the Starlet hatchback and Starlet Cross crossover in South Africa. The carmaker’s local division has added new safety equipment to the lower grades of both vehicles, which were previously only available on the range-topping Xr models. Additionally, Toyota has increased the mileage limit on the Starlet service …

University students pitched practical, tech-based solutions to support small-scale farmers at the 2025 TCS Sustainathon, from affordable soil sensors to digital marketplaces and precision agriculture tools. Earlier this month, 10 teams of university students from across South Africa gathered at Wits University to compete in the 2025 Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Sustainathon. Now in its …

BEFORE THE APPEALS PANEL OF THE PRESS COUNCIL OF SOUTH AFRICA In the matter of: News24                                                                                                                       Applicant And Southern African Agri Initiative                                                                            Respondent Matter No: 32141/2/2025 DECISION ON AN APPLICATION FOR LEAVE TO APPEAL News24 (applicant) applies for leave to appeal the Ruling of the Press Ombud dated 31 July 2025 which was granted in …

“Human trafficking is a horrific and devastating crime that also enriches transnational criminal organizations and immoral, anti-American regimes,” Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a statement, which did not discuss the country-specific rankings. “The Trump Administration is dedicated to upholding American values, protecting American workers, and defending our communities. Private Media Ownership: Major private …

South Africa succumbed to a late 2-1 defeat to France in their 2025 FIFA Under-20 World Cup Group E opener on Monday, but showed enough to suggest they can advance from the group. An 80th minute Lucas Michal strike saw France earn all three points in Rancagua. Michal turned on the edge of the area, …

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis wants to install cellphone signal blockers at the Pollsmoor Prison after discovering that prisoners use cellphones to engage in criminal activity while in prison. Speaking to 702, Hill-Lewis provided the example of a contractor who had to abandon a site after being threatened by a notorious underworld figure from behind …

South Africa’s forfeiture of their 2–0 win over Lesotho, due to fielding an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, has dramatically altered Group C’s landscape. The result was reversed to a 3–0 win for Lesotho, costing Bafana three crucial points and dropping them to second place behind Benin on goal difference. IMPLICATIONS Both Benin and South Africa …

In a powerful demonstration of its commitment to community upliftment and educational development, AVBOB proudly unveiled its 72nd library at Northern Cape Primary School in Olifantshoek, Northern Cape on Tuesday, 23 September. The library, valued at over R532 000 and stocked with 3 000 age-appropriate books, marks another milestone in the organisation’s long-standing efforts to empower …

South Africa’s ambassador to France, Nkosinathi Emmanuel “Nathi” Mthethwa, has been found dead in Paris, just a day after he was reported missing. He was 58-years-old. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation confirmed on Tuesday that Mthethwa died in France. The circumstances surrounding his death are being investigated by French authorities. President Cyril Ramaphosa …

30 September 2025By Staff Writer According to the SA Weather Service’s (SAWS) seasonal forecast the forthcoming summer season will mostly be hotter than normal with rainfall patterns that are likely to favor above-normal rainfall over the summer rainfall areas. The weather service says the EL Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is in a neutral state, with rapid …

At 60 years old, Cape Town’s Nick Adcock is proving that age is no barrier when passion meets preparation. Having first entered the motorsport scene in 2000, Nick has since competed in every season, carving his own path rather than following family footsteps. Currently, Nick races in the European Le Mans Series, European Prototype Cup, …

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Staff Writer  ·30 Sep 2025 The US State Department on Monday put Brazil and South Africa on a human trafficking watch list, citing what it said were failures of both countries to demonstrate progress on the issue, amid heightened tensions between their governments and the Trump administration.  The annual Trafficking in Persons report assesses efforts …

The Government of the Republic of South Africa announces with deep sorrow and profound regret the untimely passing of His Excellency Ambassador Nkosinathi Emmanuel Mthethwa, South Africa’s Ambassador to the French Republic. Ambassador Mthethwa was a distinguished servant of the nation, whose career was marked by dedicated service in critical ministerial portfolios, including Minister of …

Jetour has officially announced that the T1 and T2 SUVs will arrive in South Africa this October. The Chinese automaker launched in our market one year ago in September 2024 with two vehicles – the Dashing and X70 Plus urban SUVs – which have seen considerably interest from consumers. In less than a year, Jetour …

Staff Writer  ·30 Sep 2025 South Africa recorded foreign direct investment outflows of R73.5 billion in the second quarter of 2025, compared to inflows of R11.7 billion in the first quarter, central bank data showed on Tuesday (30 September). The South African Reserve Bank said in its Quarterly Bulletin that the outflows were primarily due …

Kgomotso Lebele has been appointed as the new country managing director for Accenture in South Africa. He succeeds Vukani Mngxati in the role. Lebele brings more than two decades of consulting experience to his new position at Accenture. There is a new country managing director for Accenture South Africa, with the company appointing Kgomotso Lebele …

The Courier Guy is offline, with customers reporting that they have been unable to book new deliveries on Tuesday, 30 September 2025. Amazon.co.za uses The Courier Guy as one of its same-day delivery partners, which means the outage may have impacted orders placed today. As of early 2025, The Courier Guy had 22 depots and …

US President Donald Trump’s administration supports a one-year extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act, the trade initiative with sub-Saharan Africa that expires on Tuesday, according to a White House official. Since coming to office in January, the administration had not publicly stated a position on the act, known as Agoa, a law first …

Nathi Mthethwa, the former minister of sports, arts and culture and current ambassador to France, has been found dead at a hotel in Paris, French media reported. The department of international relations and cooperation confirmed the death but gave little further detail, only saying that “the circumstances of his untimely death are under investigation by …