# The Ribane-Laka Maths, Science and ICT School of Specialisation has officially opened in Mamelodi. Rebuilt at a cost of 148-million-rand, the school focuses on automotive and electronics skills. It features advanced laboratories, modern ICT infrastructure, and a multi-purpose auditorium. Speaking at the launch, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi said the school aims to empower learners […]
# For the first time in its 55-year history, the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale will host its General Assembly in Africa. The historic event highlights Africa’s growing role in global wine culture and sets the stage for the ASI Best Sommelier of Africa and the Middle East competition in 2027. It will take place […]
# Enlit Africa will be making a return to the City of Cape Town this month. The gathering seeks to unite leaders in power, water, and energy. With 200 expert speakers and 250 exhibitors expected to attend, the event will showcase innovation, collaboration, and sustainable solutions. Key topics that will be covered include water security, […]
# Non-profit organisations in Gauteng say they are again facing late payments from the Department of Social Development. According to GroundUp, some NPOs have signed contracts but have yet to receive funds, threatening salaries and essential services. Concerns also persist over new clauses in service-level agreements, including personal liability for directors and the use of […]
# The Western Cape government is currently hosting the 2nd Mediterranean Climate Action Partnership annual meeting in Cape Town. This is an international alliance of subnational governments with a Mediterranean climate covering five continents. Regions with Mediterranean climates include five of the world’s 36 biodiversity hotspots. Western Cape premier Alan Winde says climate change is […]
# The Financial Sector Conduct Authority is set to investigate bank charges amid growing public concern over high fees. The watchdog’s probe will examine whether banks are engaging in anti-competitive practices or overcharging customers for basic services. This follows previous scrutiny of PayShap transaction fees and calls from members of Parliament for greater transparency in […]
# The fraud case against the Independent Electoral Commission’s deputy chairperson Nomsa Masuku and co-accused Mark Phillip Roux and Ciniso Masuku has been postponed to 9 July by the Johannesburg Specialised Commercial Crimes Court. The delay is a result of representations made by Roux. National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson Phindi Mjonondwane says that bail has been […]
# EFF leader Julius Malema has been denied a UK visa to attend the Cambridge Conference this weekend. Malema criticised the decision as an attempt to silence dissenting political views. He revealed that he received the denial letter just four hours before his scheduled departure, despite earlier assurances that the matter would be resolved earlier […]
# The Gauteng Department of Health has been granted leave to appeal a Johannesburg High Court ruling. This after the court declared its failure to provide radiation oncology services to nearly three-thousand cancer patients as unlawful and unconstitutional. The March judgment ordered the department to update the backlog list and implement a treatment plan within […]
