# The ANC National Executive Committee is finalising an ambitious economic action plan aimed at improving South Africa’s economy. The party’s economic transformation sub-committee chairperson, Zuko Godlimpi, says the plan, to be outlined by ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa, is crucial for economic growth. He adds that a blueprint already exists, citing the state’s progress in […]
# National Professional Teachers’ Organisation of South Africa Eastern Cape is concerned about the growing crisis of inappropriate relationships between teachers and learners. This including allegations of impregnation and pressure to terminate pregnancies. Provincial CEO Loyiso Mbinda says the union it is educating educators on ethics and professionalism. Mbinda urges strict adherence to the South […]
# KwaZulu-Natal Transport Department has confirmed that police holding cells in Pietermaritzburg and Kokstad, KwaZulu-Natal have reached full capacity following the arrest of 52 more motorists for drunk driving. This adds to 489 arrests since 15 August 2025 through the Alufakwa and Zero Tolerance operations. The Department’s spokesperson Ndabezinhle Sibiya says offenders risk up to […]
# The South African Medical Association has suspended all professional and bilateral relations with the Israeli Medical Association. SAMA says the Israeli Medical Association should be barred from the World Medical Association due to its conduct amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The suspension will remain until the Israeli Medical Association demands the release […]
# The Transport Department is proposing that remotely piloted aircraft systems be registered in South Africa. Spokesperson Collen Mnisi says The proposal which is part of a broader air freight strategy, is open for public comment until 6 November. He told Newzroom Afrika that the aim is to explore drones’ potential role in the freight […]
# The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research is celebrating 80-years of innovation with its nineth Biennial Conference, running from this week at the CSIR Convention Centre in Pretoria. Held under the theme Science, Technology, and Innovation for a Sustainable Future, the event will also host the eighth Global Sustainable Technology & Innovation Conference, its […]
# The Department of Water and Sanitation is hosting its annual Water and Sanitation Education Programme this week in Boksburg, Gauteng. The initiative raises awareness on water efficiency, resource protection, and hygiene while promoting careers in the sector. Through projects and competitions, learners tackle real challenges in their communities. Outstanding participants will earn bursaries, with […]
# The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union says World Teachers’ Day celebrates a profession rooted in shared purpose, and ancestral legacy. Spokesperson Nomusa Cembi says teaching has never been a solitary act but a covenant between teacher, learner, and society. She says that the union honours generations of educators who taught in struggle and calls […]
# Western Cape MEC for Education David Maynier says World Teachers’ Day reminds us that behind every dream realised is a teacher who believed. Maynier praised teachers as educators, caregivers, and protectors shaping future generations. He announced that over 500-million-rand will be invested in teacher training over the next three years, ensuring every hour of […]
