# National reading campaign, Nal’iBali has condemned sexual assault allegations against one of its reading campaign practitioners of a Grade 3 learner at Braamfischerville Primary School last month . The official has been suspended and arrested. The Gauteng Education Department has since cut ties with Nal’iBali. The organisation’s child protection officer Sibongiseni Blose told SABC […]
# City of Tshwane technicians are nearing completion of repairs at Brakfontein Substation, which was damaged by fire on 3 April. Spokesperson Lindela Mashigo says five of eight panels have passed safety tests, but the remaining faulty panels are delaying full restoration. Mashigo says power can’t be switched on until all panels are safe and […]
# South African National Parks is urging Easter weekend visitors to the Kruger National Park to book online in advance due to expected high volumes from this coming weekend. SANParks spokesperson, JP Louw, says gate quotas and time slots will be enforced, and extra officials will monitor speeding and conduct. Louw stressed that vehicles without […]
# Parliament’s Defence and Military Veterans Portfolio Committee says investor confidence is at risk due to weakened security. Chairperson Dakota Legoete highlighted a 50-billion-rand funding loss to the South African Defence Force over 15-years, calling it a constitutional concern. Legoete told Newzroom Afrika that a strong defence force is key to safety and economic growth. […]
# The G20 meeting on healthcare systems in Africa, held in Johannesburg, will launch a strategic public-private partnership to boost local pharmaceutical manufacturing. As this year’s G20 host, South Africa is spotlighting Africa’s healthcare security and less reliance on external markets for pharmaceutical resources. President Cyril Ramaphosa, in his role as African Union Pandemic Response […]
# The National Student Financial Aid Scheme has reiterated calls to service providers to submit claims promptly, as the next payment is due Thursday. NSFAS spokesperson Ishmael Mnisi says delays in data submission could affect verification and payouts. Mnisi emphasised the commitment to resolving outstanding claims, stating it is crucial to maintain stable living conditions […]
# PRASA will run special Metrorail train services today for fans heading to the Nedbank Cup semi-finals. Trains will operate to Loftus Versfeld for the Sundowns versus Kaizer Chiefs clash at 6 pm and to Orlando Stadium for Orlando Pirates versus Marumo Gallants at 3 pm. Shuttle trains will be available every 30 minutes. PRASA […]
# The Western Cape Education Department has cautioned that 25-thousand parents of current Grade 7 learners have not yet applied for Grade 8 placement in 2026. MEC David Maynier appeals to parents to apply before the on-time admissions window closes on 15 April. He reiterates that timely applications will assist the government in planning placements […]
# The Rural Health Advocacy Project says the hiring of one-thousand-650 healthcare workers is vital progress. Executive director Russell Rensburg says rural areas should be a priority. Health minister Aaron Motsoaledi confirmed the approval of posts for doctors, nurses, and specialists. Spokesperson Palesa Chidi says that the move supports HIV and TB efforts. She stressed […]
