Big Changes for Publication of Matric Results
This week, South Africa’s Information Regulator ordered the Department of Basic Education (DBE) to not publish matric results for 2024 in the newspapers, instead directing the department to obtain consent from learners and their parents or guardians to do so.
Gauteng: Cabinet Addresses Water Challenges
In Hammanskraal, Gauteng, residents have been urged by the government to be patient while a new water treatment plant is being installed at the Klipdrift Water Treatment Works.
KwaZulu-Natal: Three Bridges to be Handed Over by Macpherson
On Wednesday this week, Public Works and Infrastructure Minister; Dean Macpherson; handed over three Welisizwe rural bridges in Umzinyathi, KwaZulu-Natal.
Rising Food Insecurity Rates Push for Meat VAT Changes
In a survey conducted by the National Food and Nutrition Security Survey (NFNSS), 63.5% of South African households are affected in some way by food insecurity.
Ireland Set to Join South Africa's Genocide Case Against Israel
On Thursday this week, Ireland’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Michale Martin, stated that the country intends to join South Africa at the end of the year in its genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.
R200m Housing Project Allocated to Durban South Informal Settlement
On Thursday this week, alongside Human Settlements Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi, eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba announced an allocation of R200 million to a housing initiative south of Durban, in the Pilgrim X Informal Settlement.
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Mpumalanga: New Road Maintenance System Launched
Amidst the growing call for fixing severely damaged roads across the country, in Mpumalanga, a new Road Maintenance Management System (MMS) was launched by the Department of Public Works, Roads, and Transport.
Budget Speech: Positive Outlooks
During Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget speech that took place on Wednesday, 30 October, several positive financial plans were introduced. These key improvements include:
Inflation Rate Lowers, Positive Outlook for November
In September, the inflation rate in South Africa lowered to 3.8% from August’s 4.4%.
Eastern Cape: Disaster Management Teams Dispatched and Ready
Following the severe thunderstorms and flooding in the Eastern Cape, disaster management teams are currently distributing food and blankets to the thousands of displaced members of affected communities, including areas under Ibhayi, Motherwell, Northern Areas, and Lapland.
BRICS: Ramaphosa Addresses Gaza Genocide
During the 16th BRICS Heads of State Summit that was hosted in Russia from 22-24 October, President Cyril Ramaphosa’s address included topics of international collaboration to grow nations, as well as calls to end global conflicts.
WHO Accuses Israel of Barring Medical Specialists Entry Into Gaza
Since August, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has stated that over 50 medical specialists have been blocked from entering Israel’s blockades into Gaza.
eThekwini: Global Partnership Contributes to Water Loss Reduction Efforts
In its various efforts to curb the high use of water in the eThekwini Municipality, the Water and Sanitation Unit began installation of devices to measure water volumes and to manage water pressure.
Eastern Cape: Malnutrition Programme Worth R80 Million Launched
The Eastern Cape Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) has recently launched an R80 million programme aimed to tackle malnutrition and poverty in the province.
United General Assembly’s Historic Resolution Welcomed by Cabinet
Following the historic decision by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declaring Israel’s occupation of East Jerusalem, the West Bank, and Gaza as illegal, the South African Cabinet has welcomed this long-awaited resolution.
Petrol and Diesel Price Drops in Discussion
In a bid to match the price of petrol to the rising cost of living in the country, Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister, Gwede Mantashe, has said that petrol and diesel should cost R14 per litre.