# The City of Cape Town Health Department says nicotine use among young people is rising, with more learners using tobacco and e-cigarettes. Many high school learners already use tobacco products, with some showing signs of addiction. The department urges young people to make informed choices and avoid starting smoking. Mayoral committee member for Community […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa says global conflicts and rising oil prices could slow South Africa’s economic recovery. In his Presidency budget vote speech in Parliament, Ramaphosa said tensions in regions such as the Middle East have driven up energy and fertiliser costs, which may affect inflation and the cost of living. He cautioned that these external […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa says the 2026/2027 Presidency budget will prioritise tackling crime, corruption and inequality. During the Presidency budget vote in Parliament, Ramaphosa said government is strengthening law enforcement, the National Prosecuting Authority and other institutions to improve safety and accountability, while noting that the Madlanga commission is already having an impact. He added […]
# Hundreds of foreign nationals have been displaced following a wave of anti-immigrant protests across parts of the Western Cape, including Kleinmond, Gansbaai and Mossel Bay. According to News24, migrants, mainly from Malawi and Mozambique, fled their homes and sought shelter in community halls, while others are hiding in nearby areas. In Mossel Bay, several […]
# Toll road company Bakwena Platinum Corridor says steady progress is being made on its 311-million-rand rehabilitation project along the N1 between the Proefplaas Interchange and the Pumulani Toll Plaza in Pretoria. The upgrade, which includes road resurfacing, drainage repairs and signage replacement, is aimed at improving safety and traffic flow for commuters and freight […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent action to reduce unemployment and improve service delivery. Delivering the Presidency budget vote in Parliament, Ramaphosa said the government must move faster to grow the economy, create jobs and address challenges in areas such as water services and local government. He stressed that improving the economy must […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa says the Presidency will focus on improving coordination across government to drive economic growth, create jobs and reduce poverty. He tabled the Presidency’s budget vote for 2026/2027 in Parliament, outlining the Presidency’s role in aligning departments and state entities to ensure better delivery of national priorities. Ramaphosa says the focus also […]
# Police in the Western Cape are investigating the murder of three people following violent unrest in Mossel Bay. Two Mozambican nationals were killed after violence broke out on Friday and about 55 shacks were set alight. An 18-year-old South African boy was later found dead on Saturday. Five suspects have been arrested. Police spokesperson […]
# The Forum for South Africa has criticised the latest fuel price adjustment, accusing the government of failing to protect citizens from rising living costs. The organisation says high fuel prices are being driven not only by global factors, but also by excessive taxes and levies. The forum’s Tebogo Mashilompane argues that repeated fuel increases […]
