# The Hospital Association of South Africa is hosting its annual conference in Sandton, focusing on innovation and the future of healthcare provision. The event brings together over 200 healthcare professionals, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss universal healthcare, leadership, and patient-centred innovation. HASA CEO Dumisani Bomela confirmed to SABC News that the National Health […]
# The Royal House of Mandela has called for the unconditional release of all Global Sumud Flotilla detainees, including Mandla Mandela, detained by Israeli forces while delivering aid to Gaza. In a statement, the royal house thanked legal teams, diplomats, and supporters, while condemning the alleged mistreatment of Swedish activist Greta Thunberg. It reaffirmed solidarity […]
# A DA delegation will conduct an oversight visit at Weilers Farm Clinic in Kanana Park, south of Johannesburg, today, following reports that 190 children under five were treated for severe malnutrition last year. DA representatives, including Jack Bloom, will investigate why early intervention failed, why children are not accessing social grants or food banks, […]
# 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 […]
