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In a first for Africa, the official opening of the Tshwane University of Technology’s Radiography Clinical Skills Centre at the Arcadia Campus, now home to a state-of-the-art Revolution ACT CT Scanner (8SL) made possible through a significant educational sponsorship from GE Healthcare, was a watershed moment. Opening doors to the future of healthcare—Mr Colin Atkinson, …
Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi Pretoria – Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi, the Minister for Public Service and Administration, has overseen the implementation of a new salary adjustment for public servants. Circular No. 15 of 2026 outlines the 4% cost-of-living adjustment for the 2026/2027 financial year. This adjustment, effective from 1 April 2026, applies to employees on …
UJ will next week on Wednesday, 29 April 2026, launch its new podcast series that is aimed at engaging one of the most pressing issues of our time: how to govern artificial intelligence in a rapidly changing world. Beyond the Code: AI and Law, as the podcast is known, is a bold, thought-leadership platform led …
Businesses situated at the water’s edge of South Africa’s more than 320 state dams will be considered “illegal” if recently proposed regulations in terms of the National Water Act are adopted. Dipping a toe in the water or casting a line without prior approval – at the likes of the Vaal Dam, Hartbeespoort Dam, Clanwilliam …
The leading two teams in this season’s United Rugby Championship clash at Cape Town’s DHL Stadium in what should be a sell-out. But the most ridiculous broadcast scheduling has turned this occasion into a spectator afterthought. The Stormers, currently second in the league, play the top-ranked Glasgow Warriors in what could be a precursor to …
Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas ·24 Apr 2026 The rand weakened in early trading on Thursday amid a standoff between Iran and the US in the Middle East conflict, along with a lack of progress in peace talks. These factors pushed oil prices back above $100 per barrel, impacting investor sentiment. The rand was trading at 16.53 against …
The Department of Transport’s move to extend the validity of driving licence cards in South Africa from five years to eight is going ahead, and has been outlined in its 2026/27 annual performance plan. The department plans to have the policy document for the extension sent to Cabinet for approval by the end of the …
The Border Management Authority (BMA) will on Tuesday, 28 April 2026, announce the successful bidders appointed to lead the redevelopment of six strategic ports of entry across South Africa. This redevelopment represents more than an infrastructure upgrade; it marks the foundation of a new era for South Africa’s borders. The project forms part of government’s …
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 …
South Africa’s most valuable bank, Capitec Bank, is preparing to expand beyond its home market, signaling a new phase of […]
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“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 …
Pan-African lender says proposed system would allow customers to settle transactions directly in Chinese yuan instead of routing payments through […]
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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 …
Johannesburg: Locksmiths Johannesburg, one of the most established vehicle and residential locksmith companies in Gauteng, has announced the formal expansion of its damage-free vehicle entry service across all areas it serves in and around Johannesburg. The move is designed to give motorists a reliable, professionally managed solution when they find themselves locked out of their car, …