# The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association has welcomed Eskom’s extension of its zero-registration fee and free smart meter installation for small-scale solar systems until March 2026. SAPVIA says this reduces costs and boosts compliance for solar adoption. Eligible households can save over nine-thousand-rand. The association urges residents to act fast, meet safety standards, and […]
# The South African Medical Association Trade Union has welcomed Gauteng Department of Health’s decision to suspend its plan to downgrade doctors’ commuted overtime contracts. The union opposed the proposed changes, citing potential negative impacts on doctors’ welfare and patient care quality. The department agreed to a three-month consultation process with labour representatives to comprehensively […]
# The world is commemorating World Health Day today highlighting maternal and newborn health under the theme Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures. According to the World Health Organisation, nearly 300-thousand women die annually from pregnancy-related issues, with over two-million newborn deaths. The campaign urges renewed global investment to save lives. The organisation stresses support for midwives, […]
# The National Council of Provinces will hold three hybrid sittings this week to discuss motions, committee reports, and national issues. Key topics include a debate on 31 years of democracy, focusing on collective efforts to build a new society rooted in the ideals of the Freedom Charter. The House will also consider oversight reports […]
# The Maselspoort Dam near Bloemfontein, Free State, has reached critical capacity following heavy overnight rains. The Mangaung Metro warns residents and resort establishments downstream of Mockes Dam on the Modder River to move movable assets to higher ground. Spokesperson Qondile Khedama advises monitoring water levels and preparing for potential evacuation. Residents should also be […]
# Members of the National Assembly will begin their constituency period from today to 17 April 2025. This marks part of the Seventh Parliament’s rotational approach, which includes committee oversight, constituency engagement, and plenary sittings. The constituency period allows MPs to engage directly with communities, ensuring meaningful interactions. Each member will use their constituency offices […]
# The City of Johannesburg has launched a 15-million-rand initiative to install concrete streetlight poles and solar-powered lights, aiming to reduce infrastructure vandalism and cable theft. City’s Tebogo Moraka says the project is part of broader efforts to modernise the city’s infrastructure and improve service delivery. He also mentioned that the city has cut its […]
# The South African Medical Association has stresses that the country’s healthcare system is plagued with various challenges including understaffing, lack of facilities, and poor governance. This comes as the globe commemorates World Health Day today. Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, SAMA chairperson Mvuyisi Mzukwa highlighted poor medication access, and financing. He stressed the need for […]
# Several labour unions across South Africa have planned a nationwide protests against proposed amendments to the Labour Relations Act. The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa’s president Mametlwe Sebei warns these changes could weaken workers’ rights, by restricting the right to strike and allowing dismissals without proper disciplinary procedures. He emphasises that such […]
