East london: The National Research Foundation (NRF) has congratulated Dr Thandi Mgwebi, Group Executive for Business Advancement and Global Partnerships, on her appointment as the Vice-Chancellor of Walter Sisulu University (WSU). She will assume her new position starting 1 January 2026. According to South African Government News Agency, Mgwebi has

Johannesburg: Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced that the preparations undertaken by the provincial government and municipalities for the upcoming G20 Leaders’ Summit will act as a catalyst for improved service delivery across the region. The Premier shared these insights during a media briefing on the readiness for the summit, which

Pretoria: The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has warned parents against fraudsters offering school placements in public schools for the 2026 academic year in exchange for money. According to South African Government News Agency, the department has expressed concern over reports of an individual known as ‘Godfrey’ who is allegedly

Johannesburg: President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa’s commitment to placing the fight against global inequality at the centre of the upcoming G20 Leaders’ Summit to be held in Johannesburg later this month. Speaking at the handover of the report by the G20 Extraordinary Committee of Independent Experts on Global

Limpopo: Police have on Tuesday arrested a fourth male suspect in connection with the R10 million insurance murder, fraud, and money laundering case involving former police officer, Rachel Kutumela, and her family. The suspect, aged 54, is expected to appear before the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court today facing charges of murder,

Pretoria: Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport Kedibone Diale-Tlabela emphasizes the government’s commitment to ensuring optimal functionality of traffic signals and road infrastructure to enhance road safety across the province. ‘We are aware of the inconvenience caused by non-functional traffic lights and the impact this has on traffic flow and

Pretoria: South Africa’s railway sector faces significant challenges in contributing to the country’s economic growth and addressing prevailing issues such as poverty, unemployment, and crime, as highlighted by Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) CEO Brian Monakali. Speaking at the Rail Industry Workshop in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, Monakali emphasized the need for

Pretoria: South Africa’s tourism industry is experiencing a robust recovery, with an increase of 1,108,222 international tourists recorded between January and September 2025, compared to the same period last year, as reported by Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille. The Minister highlighted that this growth signifies not just a recovery but