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A planned nationwide shutdown set for 4 May is gaining attention across South Africa, with concerns growing over its potential impact on daily life, public safety and the economy, Cape {town} Etc reports. The protest, which has been circulating widely on social media, is being promoted under the slogan ‘Send the foreigners home.‘ It is expected …

Staff Writer  ·24 Apr 2026 Data from the Central Energy Fund for the end of the third full week of April shows that motorists are still in store for a big price hike at the pumps in May—despite the early-month shock receding significantly. According to the CEF’s latest snapshot, under-recoveries for petrol and diesel have …

South Africa’s years-long attempt to bring a Formula One (F1) Grand Prix to our shores has received a welcome boost, as President Cyril Ramaphosa looks set to join discussions with F1 officials and race organisers. This was revealed by the Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, during a Media Briefing at Freedom Park. …

Luke Fraser  ·24 Apr 2026 The South African Weather Service has warned of cold, wet, and windy weather conditions, with insurer Santam urging South Africans to prepare. The SAWS issued a public warning of cold, wet and windy weather conditions affecting large parts of the country over the past weekend. Two straight cold fronts impacted …

These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week. R9-per-litre fuel surcharge for South Africa’s petrol stations As a result of global oil supply uncertainty, some of South Africa’s fuel retailers have been hit with additional fees by fuel suppliers like Engen. Surcharges on diesel, paraffin and petrol hit the Wholesale List …

Malcolm Libera  ·24 Apr 2026 South Africa is under siege by far more dangerous and organised illegal mining groups than many realise, and they’re growing. Illegal miners, or zama zamas, are no longer desperate individuals trying to survive. They have become heavily armed syndicates, ruining a big part of South Africa’s future. This is the …

“Unresolved multiple traumas numb young people towards themselves,” she says. “They have not been taught how to connect with natural spaces–which carry proven physical and mental-health benefits–and their communities are often unstable or under stress. That disconnect and isolation fuel poor mental-health outcomes.” To address this, she says students need to engage in experiences that …

Sport, Arts and Culture to host freedom month dialogue on freedom and the rule of law in Heidedal, Mangaung The National Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, will host a dialogue on Friday, 24 April 2026, under the theme: “Freedom and the Rule of Law – Threats and Solutions.” The dialogue will take place at …

Malcolm Libera  ·23 Apr 2026 The rand strengthened on Wednesday, following a slight increase in headline consumer inflation last month and a rise in retail sales, while global uncertainty related to the Middle East conflict kept markets cautious. The rand was trading at 16.44 against the dollar, up approximately 0.53% from its previous close.  According …

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Friday, 24 April 2026, deliver a keynote address to the public Global Inequality Dialogue at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg.  During its 2025 G20 Presidency, South Africa commissioned the first-ever global inequality report from a committee of independent experts led by Nobel Laureate, Joseph Stiglitz. The key recommendation …

The Pan South African Language Board (PanSALB) and the isiXhosa Bible Review Committee of the Bible Society of South Africa on Thursday, 16 April 2026, handed over the revised isiXhosa Bible to the printing department of the Bible Society of South Africa. The bible revision forms part of PanSALB’s continued commitment to preserve, protect and …

Staff Writer  ·23 Apr 2026 The Department of Home Affairs has tabled its strategic plan for 2026/27, updating its key targets for getting rid of the green barcoded ID book in South Africa. As part of its previous plans, the DHA set a target to discontinue issuing green ID books by the end of 2029, …

Reports point to labour violations, safety failures and environmental damage at a major RMIPPPP project. Questions raised over enforcement of local content and economic development obligations. Growing scrutiny on role of authorities in monitoring compliance across renewable energy procurement programmes. South Africa’s renewable energy sector is facing renewed pressure as serious allegations emerge around the …

Staff Writer  ·23 Apr 2026 While South Africa scored a reprieve with the extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) at the start of the year, conversations are already starting about the programme ending again. Should the programme end or South Africa lose eligibility, billions of rands in trade with the US are …

Staff Writer  ·23 Apr 2026 The Department of Transport is moving to extend the validity of driving licence cards in South Africa from five to eight years, with the process laid out in its annual performance plan for 2026/27. According to the department, it plans to have the policy document for the change sent to …

The department of communications & digital technologies has formalised a three-year plan to redesign the State IT Agency – an institutional reform effort that has been repeatedly promised over the past seven years but never concluded. The commitment appears in the department’s annual performance plan (APP) for 2026/2027, signed off by the minister, Solly Malatsi. …

On Monday, 27 April 2026, South Africa will mark thirty-two years since its first democratic elections. Since that historic moment, the nation has travelled a remarkable and often demanding road. The journey has not been flawless. There have been setbacks, frustrations and painful contradictions that continue to test the resilience of our democracy.  But when …

American rock heavyweights +LIVE+ are set to make their long-awaited return to South Africa this December, bringing their iconic catalogue and electrifying live show back to local stages for the first time in almost a decade. Known for defining hits like “Lightning Crashes”, “I Alone” and “All Over You”, the band will bring their catalogue …

Through its #SaferCarsForAfrica programme, the Automobile Association of South Africa (AA) has been advocating for the cars on our roads to meet higher standards, which carmakers are now taking seriously. In recent weeks, both Chery and Hyundai have announced that they would be introducing safer versions of some of their most popular models in South …

South Africa is boosting oil-product imports from the US to help replace lost supplies from the Middle East, in another example of how the conflict is reshaping trade and threatening higher costs for consumers. Before the war, Africa’s top oil products importer sourced the bulk of its diesel, petrol and jet fuel from Gulf states …

The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ronald Lamola, will deliver the closing remarks at the three-day High-Level Inter-Departmental Workshop hosted by DIRCO. Held from 22 to 24 April 2026, the workshop is aimed at developing a strategy and identifying priorities for South Africa’s Chairship of SADC. Among the participants in the workshop are …

Omoda has emerged as one of the fastest-growing car brands in South Africa, selling thousands of units every month. The Chinese carmaker made its local debut in April 2023, with an initial dealer network of 30 outlets and a single model called the C5. In the three years since, it has grown to become the …

On Monday, we come together in many places to celebrate Freedom Day, marking South Africa’s first steps into democracy in 1994. For the first time, all citizens, no matter their race, were equal at the ballot box. Apartheid ended and constitutional democracy began. We have a real reason to celebrate. Yet, as we celebrate, we …