VAAL- The Emfuleni Local Municipality has announced a strengthened partnership with the Vaal Business Corporation, Vaal University of Technology and ArcelorMittal aimed at improving service delivery for residents. The collaboration, formalised through memorandums of understanding since November 2023, brings together municipal structures and private sector expertise to support maintenance programmes, infrastructure development and key service […]
ATTERIDGEVILLE- The Gauteng Provincial Legislature, together with the Consulate General of China in Johannesburg and Reamogetswe Khaya Disability & Outreach, will host a Cerebral Palsy Awareness Walk and wheelchair donation programme on 6 May 2026 in Atteridgeville, Tshwane. The initiative aims to raise awareness about cerebral palsy, promote disability inclusion, and support affected individuals through […]
The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has announced a nationwide response to the outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), outlining plans to vaccinate 80% of the country’s livestock by December 2026. Addressing the media, the Minister said the campaign is aimed at controlling the spread of the disease and protecting the agricultural sector from […]
PRETORIA- The National Press Club (NPC) has officially opened entries for its 2025 Journalist of the Year Competition, introducing two new awards: the Aserie Ndlovu Award for Community Journalism and a Campus Radio Award. The announcement was made in Pretoria, nearly a year after the death of community journalist Sibusiso “Aserie” Ndlovu, whose legacy the […]
Deputy President Paul Mashatile marked the 20th anniversary of the African World Heritage Fund in Midrand, highlighting progress in preserving Africa’s cultural and natural heritage. He noted growth in heritage sites, skills development, and greater community involvement across the continent. He emphasised that heritage is also an economic asset that can drive tourism and jobs, […]
SOWETO- The Department of Health will launch South Africa’s Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategic and Implementation Framework (2026–2030) on 8 May 2026, marking a major step in tackling one of the country’s leading causes of cancer-related deaths. Cervical cancer continues to pose a serious public health challenge, with around 11,000 diagnoses and 6,000 deaths recorded in […]
PRETORIA- Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has announced the 16 winners of the “Mzansi to the World Cup Lucky Fans Competition” in Pretoria. The selected fans will enjoy an all-expenses-paid four-day trip to Mexico City, where they will attend Bafana Bafana’s opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The competition drew […]
The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has urged municipalities in multiple provinces to activate emergency preparedness plans in response to a severe weather warning issued by the South African Weather Service. The alert highlights an intense cut-off low-pressure system expected to bring disruptive weather conditions across large parts of the country from 5 to […]
VAAL- Emfuleni Local Municipality has introduced a new JetPatcher machine to accelerate pothole repairs, with operations already underway in Vanderbijlpark. The initiative forms part of efforts to improve road safety and respond more efficiently to infrastructure challenges affecting residents. According to Roads Department manager Mr Masikela, the JetPatcher is specifically designed for patching potholes rather […]
The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, has announced that the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has been placed under administration following serious governance, financial, and operational challenges. Acting under the NSFAS Act, the Minister appointed Professor Hlengani Mathebula as Administrator to stabilise the institution and address issues such as audit failures, […]