# Public Works minister Dean Macpherson will commemorate the first anniversary of the George building collapse today. The tragedy claimed 35 lives and injured 28 others. Ahead of the ceremony at George Town Hall, Macpherson will privately brief victims’ families on investigative progress. The Department of Public Works is also finalising a report on professional […]
# The DA has condemned the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency for paying over seven-million-rand to 37 board members while missing six key targets. The DA’s Mike Moriarty says this is wasteful spending amid rising unemployment. Moriarty called on MEC for Finance and Economic Development, Lebogang Maile, to review all economic entities under his department […]
# One of Pope Francis’s popemobiles is being converted into a mobile health clinic for children in Gaza, fulfilling one of his final wishes before his death last month. The vehicle, used during his 2014 Holy Land visit, is being outfitted with medical equipment by Caritas Jerusalem to serve communities lacking healthcare access. Caritas Sweden’s […]
# The City of Tshwane and the Tshwane Tourism Association have signed a new memorandum of understanding to boost local tourism and jobs. Highlighting its reputation as South Africa’s safest metro, mayoral committee member for Economic Development, Sarah Mabotsa, says the city aims to grow its meetings, incentives, conferences, and events sector. She also emphasised that […]
# The African Media and Communicators Forum has voiced deep concern over the lack of progress in the investigation of missing journalist Sibusiso Aserie Ndlovu and his partner, Zodwa Mdhluli. The couple was last seen on 18 February in Mpumalanga. The forum’s chairperson Elijah Mhlanga, says a joint 100-thousand-rand reward has been offered by the […]
# The Automobile Association has voiced serious concern over Johannesburg’s forfeiture of a 313-million-rand transport grant, citing deep governance failures within the Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit system. AA spokesperson, Eleanor Mavimbela, warns that this loss impacts low-income commuters the most, calling it a missed opportunity to improve access to jobs, education, and services. She […]
# City Power says power in Braamfontein is expected to be restored by tomorrow evening. The power utility reports solid progress in restoring electricity to Braamfontein following Thursday’s underground fire near the M1 Bridge. Spokesperson Isaac Mangena confirmed that cable installations for key routes are set to begin tomorrow. Testing is underway on the Bree–Newtown–Wits […]
# UNICEF, the World Health Organisation, and GAVI, the vaccine alliance, are calling on parents, the public, and politicians to boost support for immunisation. The appeal comes amid rising concerns over outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases. Speaking to SABC News, UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa’s Paul Ngwakum stressed that strengthening immunisation systems is vital to protecting […]
# Western Cape MEC for Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, has launched National Archives Awareness Week, running from today till Friday. This year’s theme focuses on archives in the digital era. Activities include talks, workshops, and tours to encourage public engagement with records and heritage resources. He stressed the vital role archives play in […]
