# Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube stressed the importance of teaching boys respect for women from an early age to combat gender-based violence. Speaking at the Uyinene Mrwetyana commemoration lecture, she urged schools to strengthen gender-based violence awareness programmes and collaborate with stakeholders to address the issue at its roots. She highlighted education as […]
# Eskom will review the decision by Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment minister Dion George regarding its emissions exemption request. The ruling affects sulphur dioxide, particulate matter, and nitrous oxide limits at key power stations. Eskom spokesperson Daphne Mokoena says the decision allows Medupi, Majuba, Matimba, Kendal, Lethabo, Tutuka, Matla, and Duvha to continue operating. She […]
# Environment minister Dion George has granted Eskom air-pollution exemptions for eight coal power stations but insists this is not a blanket reprieve. The exemptions, lasting five years for six stations and until 2034 for two, come with strict conditions. These include air quality monitoring, health programmes, emissions reduction, and renewable energy integration. The minister […]
# International Relations minister Ronald Lamola has called for multilateralism and conflict resolution with global powers. Speaking at the launch of the Annual Aziz Pahad Peace, Security, and Human Rights Dialogue, Lamola hailed Pahad as a key figure in South Africa’s anti-apartheid movement and global diplomacy. He emphasised Pahad’s legacy of challenging global power imbalances […]
# Public Works minister Dean Macpherson will host the inaugural Public Works and Infrastructure Summit today at the Sandton Convention Centre. Running under the theme, Turning South Africa into a Construction Site, the event will address South Africa’s deteriorating infrastructure, which hampers economic growth and investor confidence. Key topics include underinvestment, poor maintenance, and project […]
# SANParks has graduated 24 elite rangers, doubling its Sea, Aerial, and Mountain team at Table Mountain National Park. SANPark’s spokesperson JP Louw says SEAM’s operations include canine units, aerial support, and vessel patrols. Louw says these rangers, trained in para-military operations, will enhance visitor safety and environmental protection. He says that this initiative strengthens […]
# Former president Jacob Zuma suffered his eighth legal defeat in his attempt to privately prosecute State advocate Billy Downer and journalist Karyn Maughan. The Constitutional Court dismissed his application for leave to appeal with costs. Zuma wanted the Constitutional Court to order the Supreme Court of Appeal to hear his appeal against an earlier […]
# Parliament’s Transport portfolio committee warns that the US decision to impose a 25-percent tariff on foreign-made vehicles and parts will impact South Africa’s automotive industry. South Africa previously enjoyed duty-free access under AGOA, exporting 27.9-billion-rand in vehicles and components to the US in 2023. Committee chairperson, Donald Selamolela, told Newzroom Afrika that this could […]
# The Department of Home Affairs has extended the visa concession deadline from today to 30 September. Minister Leon Schreiber announced the extension, citing delays caused by printing errors. According to Business Tech, visa holders awaiting outcomes for waivers, appeals, and long-term applications can stay in South Africa until the new deadline. They are also […]
