# The trial of businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and his co-accused is set to begin on 20 July in the Johannesburg High Court. Matlala and four others face 25 charges, including multiple counts of attempted murder linked to several alleged shooting incidents between 2022 and 2024. National Prosecuting Authority’s Magaboke Mohlatlole says the case involves […]
# The Western Cape Department of Education says 29 schools in the Eden and Central Karoo districts will remain closed tomorrow due to storm damage and blocked access roads. The closures affect areas including George, Knysna and Oudtshoorn. All other schools in the affected areas will reopen, although learner transport services may still be disrupted. […]
# The George Municipality in the Western Cape has called on families to postpone funerals scheduled for this weekend due to heavy rainfall in the area. Persistent rain has saturated cemetery soil and raised the water table, making grave digging unsafe and increasing the risk of grave wall collapse. Residents are being advised to reschedule […]
# The Eastern Cape Department of Transport says flooding has forced the closure of several roads across the province, especially in low-lying areas. Traffic officers have been deployed to manage traffic and assist motorists in affected regions. Snow has also been reported in high-lying areas, including Lady Grey, Wapadsberg in Nxuba and Lootsberg Pass near […]
# Residents in the Gamtoos Valley in the Eastern Cape are being urged to evacuate after the Kouga Dam overflowed and reached 113-percent capacity. People living in Kingsway Village, Big Fish, Gamtoos Mouth Resort, Ferry Hotel and other low-lying areas have been told to move to safer places. Kouga mayor Hattingh Bornman also urged farmers […]
# The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities says persons with disabilities are being disproportionately affected by severe weather conditions such as floods and storms. It warns that barriers like limited mobility, inaccessible early warning systems, and a lack of support during evacuations are increasing their vulnerability. The department’s Cassius Selala calls for […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to officially open and address Africa’s Travel Indaba in KwaZulu-Natal next week. The three-day event, running from 12 to 14 May, brings together international buyers to explore tourism products from South Africa and across the African continent. Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya says the Indaba plays a key role in […]
# The Southern Africa Agri Initiative, Saai, warns Section Ten of the foot and mouth disease vaccination scheme could worsen challenges in managing the outbreak. The farmers’ organisation argues the scheme gives too much power to the director of Animal Health despite past failures in handling outbreaks. Spokesperson Francois Rossouw cautions livestock owners may face […]
# The Paper and Allied Manufacturers of South Africa has launched its 2027/2028 masters in engineering bursary programme to support the next generation of chemical engineers. The initiative aims to strengthen skills development and promote innovation in the circular bioeconomy within the pulp and paper sector. The organisation’s Jane Molony says the programme offers a […]
