# 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 […]
# Telkom has donated land valued at 3.9-million-rand to the Department of Basic Education to support school infrastructure in Gauteng and the Western Cape. The pledge was made during a meeting attended by Basic Education minister Siviwe Gwarube as part of her private-sector engagement drive. Telkom Group Chief of Corporate Affairs Mpho McNamee said the […]
# The Gauteng Department of Education has reaffirmed its commitment to improving teaching, learning, and safety across the province. Over eight-thousand-500 smart classrooms have been rolled out, equipped with LED interactive display boards to support digital learning. Special schools continue to benefit from 655 full-time specialists, while the Samson LSEN school in Katlehong received 8.9-million-rand […]
# The ANC will intervene in local governances in provinces removing mayors and councillors who work against the party’s interests. Secretary-general Fikile Mbalula emphasised at a special ANC NEC meeting the party will focus on tightening candidate vetting and strengthening its internal processes:
# Three people died and two others seriously injured in an accident involving a truck and a light motor vehicle on the N2 in Ophongolo. KwaZulu-Natal Transport MEC Siboniso Duma sent condolences to the families and confirmed investigations are underway. Spokesperson Ndabezinhle Sibiya says MEC Duma will intensify operations over 17 weighbridges across the province […]
# Various political parties are set to make an announcement in Rosebank, Johannesburg, this afternoon which is expected to reshape South Africa’s political landscape ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. Organisers say the announcement will be of major political importance and aims to give citizens renewed hope for meaningful change. The briefing is anticipated […]
# The Movement of the Poor has celebrated its 20th anniversary at Curries Fountain Stadium in Durban. Spokesperson Thapelo Mohapi says the organisation, founded in 2005 by 32 representatives from 12 settlements, now has over 180-thousand members across five provinces. Despite police brutality, political violence, and assassinations, the movement continues to fight for land, housing, […]
# Suspended Police minister Senzo Mchunu says he is ready to testify before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Currently on special leave, Mchunu is accused of political interference in the SAPS and disbanding the Political Killings Task Team. KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkwanazi previously alleged Mchunu was influenced to make the decision. Mchunu welcomes the […]
