# The Department of Home Affairs plans to expand smart ID and passport services to one-thousand bank branches by 2027/28. Currently, only 30 branches offer live capture functionality. By year-end, 100 new eHomeAffairs-enabled branches are expected, with 40 ready by the third quarter of 2025. A new agreement with banks and integration with banking apps […]
# Tanzania has banned all agricultural imports from South Africa and Malawi, escalating a regional trade dispute. Agriculture minister Hussein Bashe said the move aims to protect Tanzanian business interests. The ban follows South Africa’s long-standing banana import ban and Malawi’s earlier restrictions on Tanzanian produce. Bashe assured citizens that food security won’t be affected, […]
# The Gauteng Division of the High Court in Pretoria has been temporarily closed today due to a power outage. The Office of the Chief Justice announced that court operations are suspended for the day, and affected parties will be contacted regarding alternative arrangements for scheduled matters. The City of Tshwane has been experiencing multiple […]
# Rugby: The Junior Springboks are finalising preparations for the Under 20 Rugby Championship, kicking off at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha on Thursday next week. Coaching consultant Johan Ackermann says the squad is eager to face Argentina, New Zealand, and Australia. Ackermann highlighted the team’s focus on strengthening set pieces following a […]
# Postbank has confirmed that SASSA Gold Cards will remain valid beyond 31 May. Grant beneficiaries can continue receiving payments and using their cards at ATMs, retail stores, and for purchases. CEO Nikki Mbengashe assured there will be no disruptions during the transition to Black Cards. Postbank warns against misinformation and urges beneficiaries to rely […]
# AfriForum has submitted written objections to proposed amendments to the Private Security Industry Regulation Act, backed by over 12-thousand signatures. AfriForum’s Jacques Broodryk warns that the changes could disarm private security and endanger public safety. Broodryk emphasised threats to homes, schools, and prisons. He also confirmed that AfriForum has filed a Promotion of Access […]
# Free State High Court Judge Phillip Loubser has ruled that former premier Ace Magashule’s former personal assistant Moroadi Cholota’s challenge to the court’s jurisdiction over her US extradition, will be handled in a trial within a trial. Cholota, together with Magashule and others, face charges in the 255-million-rand asbestos case. She says her extradition […]
# Public Works minister Dean Macpherson has received board nominations for the Independent Development Trust. The minister will submit them to Cabinet. Macpherson emphasised a smooth handover to uphold governance and avoid leadership gaps. He praised the current board’s progress despite corruption challenges, and said the new board must build on this foundation. He also […]
# The Department of Water and Sanitation has activated more controlled water releases in the Vaal River System. Two additional sluice gates were also opened with the Vaal Dam now at 111-percent capacity. Meanwhile, the department’s spokesperson Wisane Mavasa has warned that Bloemhof Dam, at almost 107-percent will increase outflows. Mavasa says that overflowing dams, […]
