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MPUMALANGA JOBLESS RATE RISES

Written by on 16 May 2026

Mpumalanga’s unemployment rate has increased sharply to 36.3% in the first quarter of the year, up from 32.3% in the previous quarter. More than 53,000 jobs were lost in the province between January and March, worsening the economic situation for many households. The expanded unemployment rate, which includes discouraged job seekers, now stands at 49.6%. […]

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WESTERN CAPE STORM RECOVERY CONTINUES

Written by on 16 May 2026

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde says damage assessments are continuing across all districts following the recent storms that caused widespread destruction in the province. Mop-up and recovery operations are ongoing in several affected communities, while emergency teams work to restore water and electricity supplies. Authorities are also repairing damaged roads that left many residents stranded […]

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RAND WATER MAINTENANCE TO AFFECT GAUTENG WATER SUPPLY

Written by on 15 May 2026

Rand Water has announced major maintenance work scheduled from 29 May to 02 June 2026, with additional maintenance planned for 17 July 2026. The work will affect several municipalities across Gauteng, including Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni. Residents in affected areas may experience low water pressure or temporary water interruptions during the maintenance period. The maintenance […]

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MEC MAMABOLO PROMISES LONG-TERM SOLUTION TO EMFULENI WASTE CRISIS

Written by on 15 May 2026

Gauteng MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Jacob Mamabolo, has committed to a long-term plan to fix waste management problems in Emfuleni Local Municipality. The municipality continues to struggle with illegal dumping and rising refuse collection costs despite significant spending in recent years. The provincial government, working with Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, is […]

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MEC DIALE-TLABELA CRACKS DOWN ON ILLEGAL BUS OPERATIONS

Written by on 15 May 2026

JOHANNESBURG- Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, led a joint operation in Johannesburg targeting illegal cross-border and long-distance buses. The crackdown involved law enforcement agencies including SAPS, JMPD and the Cross-Border Road Transport Agency, focusing on permits, licences, and vehicle safety compliance. During inspections at major bus terminals, officials issued fines, impounded vehicles […]

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