# The Vaal University of Technology is hosting its Annual Teaching and Learning Conference at Emerald Resort and Casino in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng. This year’s theme focuses on reimagining teaching and learning for the future innovation, inclusion, and impact in Higher Education. Vice-Chancellor and Principal Khehla Ndlovu says discussions will focus on student success, artificial intelligence, emerging […]
# South Africa’s economy contracted by 0.2-percent between April and June 2026, ending six consecutive quarters of growth. According to Statistics South Africa’s latest Gross Domestic Product, mining, trade and manufacturing were the main drags on economic activity. Statiticial-general Risenga Maluleke says mining fell by three-percent, while trade declined 1.9-percent. Manufacturing recorded its third consecutive contraction by […]
# Nine conservation organisations from six Southern African countries have launched the Vulture Safe Zone Alliance to combat the sharp decline in vulture populations. The alliance includes BirdLife organisations in Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe, BirdWatch Zambia, Nature Tanzania and the Wildlife and Environmental Society of Malawi. Conservationists say poisoning, habitat loss and power-line collisions […]
# The managing director of BBF Safety Group, Ndlela Mazibuko, says Africa’s mineral wealth presents significant opportunities for economic development, beneficiation, technology and innovation. Speaking to Mining Weekly at the Electra Mining Africa Expo in Johannesburg, Mazibuko says the continent’s population of 1.4-billion creates strong consumer demand. Mazibuko says mining companies are under pressure from […]
# Industry players at the Electra Mining Expo held in Johannesburg have revealed that South Africa’s mining industry could miss out on the growing critical minerals boom due to skills shortages. The global shift towards electrification and clean energy is driving demand for minerals such as copper. Experts say urgent action is needed to address […]
# The Presidency is inviting South Africans to nominate people who have made exceptional contributions to their communities or the nation for National Orders. The awards are the country’s highest honours, recognising excellence in areas including science, culture, sport, community service and bravery. Chancellor of National Orders Phindile Baleni is urging citizens from all backgrounds […]
# The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Public Works and Infrastructure has secured its first-ever clean audit, crediting stronger financial controls and improved accountability. The Departmental spokesperson Steve Bhengu says the achievement followed reforms introduced by MEC Martin Meyer and is expected to strengthen investor confidence and position the department as a trusted partner to the private […]
# Gauteng police have launched a manhunt for two suspects after a 53-year-old scholar transport driver was shot dead in Westbury, Johannesburg. The victim had dropped off learners when two men approached him and opened fire. He was declared dead at the scene. Police spokesperson Tintswalo Sibeko says investigations are continuing and the motive for […]
# The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements has exceeded several key delivery targets for the 2025/26 financial year. The department completed seven-thousand-976 housing units against a target of seven-thousand-503. The department also allocated five-thousand-445 homes to approved beneficiaries. It also acquired nearly 280 hectares of well-located land, exceeding its target. The department received an unqualified […]
