# Western Cape MEC of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Ivan Meyer, has urged stakeholders to prioritise fixing operational challenges at the Port of Cape Town ahead of the 2025/2026 export season. It is estimated that approximately 55-thousand tonnes of table grapes were rerouted due to operational challenges at the port during the previous peak […]
# The DA claims the City of Tshwane ran out of cash to pay employees on payday, raising concerns about the metro’s financial health. The party’s Jacqui Uys alleges the city had sufficient funds only to process payroll on salary day, despite assurances that its budget was funded. She says Tshwane is about three-billion-rand below […]
# The Beitbridge border post in Limpopo remains calm this morning despite an expected surge in travellers crossing into Zimbabwe. Thousands of people are expected to pass through the border as buses transporting Zimbabwean and Malawian nationals arrive throughout the day. Law enforcement and border officials remain on high alert to manage increased traffic and […]
# Former president Thabo Mbeki has accused president Cyril Ramaphosa of fuelling misconceptions about illegal migration in the country. Ramaphosa has stated that unchecked illegal migration risks security and burdens health care. Mbeki says claims that illegal migrants are the cause of high levels of unemployment, crime and lack of economic growth are speculative and […]
# Basic Education minister Siviwe Gwarube confirms the commencement of lifestyle audits by the Special Investigating Unit at the Department of Basic Education. The audits form part of efforts to strengthen accountability, detect unexplained wealth, and combat corruption within the department. Spokesperson Lukhanyo Vangqa says the initiative reflects government’s commitment to ethical leadership, transparency, and […]
# Eskom says it is now processing the findings of an independent investigation into diesel procurement and storage contracts through its internal governance, legal, and quality assurance procedures. Spokesperson Daphne Mokwena says disciplinary action against implicated officials is already under way based on earlier results, while the newly completed report will guide further corrective steps. […]
# The National Energy Regulator of South Africa appointed Ria Govender as acting chairperson following the resignation of Thembani Bukula, who stepped down due to health reasons. Her appointment will remain in place until a permanent chairperson is selected. Spokesperson Charles Hlebela says Govender brings more than 29 years of experience in energy policy and […]
# Soccer: Minister of Sport, Arts, and Culture Gayton McKenzie praised Bafana Bafana for their landmark World Cup performance, saying the team has written a new chapter in South African soccer history. He highlights their resilience, teamwork, and historic progression to the knockout stages as a defining achievement, despite a narrow exit. McKenzie commends the […]
# Sassa says it is ready to take strong action against fraudulent and corrupt officials within its ranks as part of efforts to protect the integrity of the social grant system. Chief Executive Officer Themba Matlou warns in a statement today that zero tolerance will be applied to staff found involved in wrongdoing, including fraud […]
