Lamola Reaffirms South Africa’s Commitment To UN Charter Amid Calls For Global Reform
Minister Ronald Lamola has reaffirmed South Africa's commitment to the UN Charter while pushing for urgent reforms to global governance institutions.
Minister Ronald Lamola has reaffirmed South Africa's commitment to the UN Charter while pushing for urgent reforms to global governance institutions.
South Africa recorded 0.4% GDP growth in Q2 2026, ending a brief contraction as the government accelerates structural reforms in energy and rail logistics.
Naiema Abrahams is organising a 24-hour run at Rondebosch Common to protest gender-based violence and advocate for the right of women to move safely.
MEC Madoda Sambatha has provided new tractors and implements to Tigane farmers to increase food security and support local Communal Property Associations.
The 2026 Foundation Phase National Catalogue has been approved, with a R1.6 billion rollout set to introduce updated learning materials and coding to classrooms.
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has launched a debt relief programme to help residents and businesses clear arrears and improve city service delivery.
Prospective students can now apply online to study at Unisa for 2027. The process covers undergraduate programmes through to doctoral qualifications with deadlines and document requirements. Unisa Application Dates For 2027 Application windows are arranged by level, with undergrad routes opening in August and closing in October 2026. Undergraduate qualifications...
Investigative journalist Micah Reddy was released on 23 September 2026, following widespread concern from civil society and press freedom groups.
The ARC has partnered with Afrivet to localise production of the Foot-and-Mouth Disease vaccine, aiming to cut import reliance and secure local livestock markets.
Approximately 50 homes in Tafelsig, Mitchells Plain, were damaged by high-velocity winds on Monday morning, forcing emergency teams to scramble.
A Nyanga family is locked in a dispute with SAPS over the identity of a relative buried as a pauper, with DNA results currently contradicting their claims.
Two women appeared in the Boksburg Magistrates' Court regarding the murder of Jabulile Ntimba in a case linked to a domestic relationship dispute.
New anti-nudity signs and drone surveillance at Sandy Bay have drawn sharp criticism from the local naturist community.
A 36-year-old man has been arrested in KZN for 14 rapes, while a second suspect faces similar charges in Durban as police intensify efforts against serial offenders.
Lawrence Mudzinganyama faces criminal charges and has lost his corporate role after a viral video captured him threatening women at a Sandton restaurant.
Police have launched an investigation after a fetus was discovered in an open field in Morley Street, Delft South, on Saturday afternoon.
Kumsa Papu, a 40-year-old mother from Belhar, was stabbed to death in Mandalay on Sunday. A 44-year-old suspect is in custody.
Six suspects were arrested in Plattekloof on 19 September 2026 for the theft of copper cables worth R110,000 at a National Key Point facility.
The One Love Alliance has launched its platform, promising to tackle GBV and housing issues while distancing itself from specific cultural labels.
Five suspects aged 20 to 24 have been arrested following the fatal shooting of a 40-year-old man in Blikkiesdorp, Delft, earlier this month.
Police have opened an inquest after an unidentified woman in her twenties was found wrapped in a duvet in the Moroka Dam, Soweto, on Sunday afternoon.
The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme is providing Cape Flats youth with skills and experience in the creative and heritage sectors.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme opens funding applications for 2027 for eligible South African students. The window runs from 18 September to 31 October 2026 with free online access via official portals. Applicants are urged to prepare accurate personal and household information and gather supporting documents before starting the...
Drakenstein Municipality workers discovered an unrecorded body buried beneath a coffin at Nieuwedrift Cemetery, prompting a formal police investigation.
Cllr Mninwa Gotsell is escalating concerns over the dilapidated state of the Villiersdorp police holding cells, warning of potential escape risks.
Reports emerged on 20 September 2026 alleging an elderly man in the Cape Flats received a new bicycle after being robbed. Details remain currently unverified.
The Department of Social Development reports a 21% increase in daily calls to the GBV Command Centre, following public outcry over the Ekurhuleni murders.
A €100 million French rugby club deal has hit trouble, with reports of missing funds impacting South African players.
Larry Fazel Varrie has left the PAC for the National Coloured Congress, signalling a major shift in the political landscape for the 2026 elections.
Government is investigating a businessman's links after a viral video showed him threatening to kill an individual, sparking widespread public outcry.