# Eskom says all safety-critical systems at the Koeberg nuclear power station in Cape Town are fully functional, carefully monitored, and continuously improved in line with strict nuclear safety standards. This follows reports that the vital monitoring system at the power station has malfunctioned, and tests have been repeatedly delayed. Eskom spokesperson Daphne Mokwena says […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa says conflict, displacement, economic shocks, and the climate emergency have reversed hard-won gains in health and development. He co-chaired the Global Leaders Network event on Women’s, Children’s, and Adolescents’ Health in New York. Ramaphosa says since last year, many critical programmes for women’s, children’s, and adolescents’ health have collapsed or face severe […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa het gevra vir beduidende hervormings aan die Verenigde Nasies, veral die Veiligheidsraad, om ‘n meer billike en verteenwoordigende wêreldorde te weerspieël. Hy het gisteraand die Algemene Vergadering van die Verenigde Nasies toegespreek en Israel se optrede in Gaza sterk veroordeel, dit as “volksmoord” bestempel en die internasionale gemeenskap aangespoor om internasionale […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa called for significant reforms to the United Nations, particularly the Security Council, to reflect a more equitable and representative global order. Addressing the United Nations General Assembly last night, he also strongly condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza, labeling them “genocide,” and urged the international community to enforce international law without prejudice. […]
# The National Health Laboratory Service has resumed antivenom production at its renovated facility through its South African Vaccine Producers subsidiary. The first batch of 536 polyvalent units was released two weeks ago, with new stock in production. Polyvalent and scorpion antivenom will be available in early November, with spider and boomslang antivenom by the […]
# The Gauteng Traffic Police has urged the public to prioritise safety on the roads this Heritage Day. Spokesperson Sello Maremane says with increased traffic expected, motorists are advised to obey speed limits, avoid alcohol, and ensure vehicles are roadworthy. Law enforcement agencies will maintain a strong presence to enforce compliance. He also called on […]
# Flights have been cancelled, schools and businesses have closed, and thousands of people have been forced to leave their homes as one of the strongest typhoons of recent years approaches southern China and Hong Kong. Super Typhoon Ragasa, with winds near its centre of around 220 kilometres per hour, is travelling across the South […]
# National police commissioner Fannie Masemola says Police minister Senzo Mchunu supported Crime Detection deputy national police commissioner, Shadrack Sibiya’s attempt to take control of all police dockets. Testifying at the Madlanga commission in Pretoria, Masemola said this interference blocked proper oversight and slowed investigations into political killings and criminal cartels. He added Mchunu backed […]
# The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company is inviting South Africans to celebrate Heritage Day with flavour and fun at the Heritage Braai Day, from 11am to 5pm today. Due to adverse weather, the cable car is closed, but festivities continue at the Lower Station with food, prizes, and entertainment. Executive Director Selma Hercules says […]
