Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Eastern Cape Health commemorates World Breastfeeding Week

The Eastern Cape Department of Health, in partnership with the National Department of Health and other stakeholders, is commemorating World Breastfeeding Week with renewed calls to strengthen breastfeeding support and improve infant nutrition.

To mark the week, the National Department of Health, together

Eskom reports 441 days without load shedding

South Africa has reached 441 consecutive days without load shedding, as Eskom reports continued improvements in generation performance, reduced reliance on diesel and lower levels of unplanned outages.

According to Eskom, the country has been without

Preserving the gains of our democracy requires ethical leadership

By Michael Currin
South Africa's democracy was forged through the courage, sacrifice and unwavering determination of those who believed in the ideals of freedom, equality and human dignity. The road to freedom was neither easy nor without immense pain. It demanded

Deputy Minister Morolong to lead an engagement with KZN province

The Deputy Minister in The Presidency Kenny Morolong will on Wednesday lead a delegation from the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) during an engagement with the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Executive Council.

The engagement will focus on the coordination of

Government rolls out Milestones of Freedom campaign to provinces

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has begun rolling out the Milestones of Freedom campaign to provinces, following its national launch by President Cyril Ramaphosa on 18 June 2026.

The campaign seeks to promote social cohesion,

Government reaffirms gender equality commitment at Portraits of Power exhibition

Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has reaffirmed government’s commitment to advancing gender equality and honouring women’s legacies at the inaugural Portraits of Power exhibition, which pays tribute to Charlotte Mannya Maxeke’s enduring contribution to women’s leadership and social justice.

“In South Africa, we remain firmly committed to

Home Affairs launches online service to locate nearest participating bank branch

Home Affairs Minister, Dr Leon Schreiber, on Monday launched a new online service that makes it easier for South Africans to find their nearest participating bank branch to apply for a Smart ID Card.

Available at myhomeaffairsonline.dha.gov.za, the

Violence against women cannot be tolerated - Boshielo

 

Police Deputy Minister Polly Boshielo says gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) cannot and must not be allowed to persist.

“Gender-based violence and femicide remain rampant issues that continue to plague our communities creating an environment of fear and insecurity,” Boshielo said.

Speaking in Ivory Park in Tembisa during a GBVF

New King Nyabela Hospital offers suit of health care services

President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially opened the new King Nyabela Hospital – fulfilling government’s commitment to universal health coverage for all.

With some 87% of people completely reliant on public healthcare in Mpumalanga, the 220-bed hospital goes a long way in serving the 240 000

Minister Gayton McKenzie clarifies funding framework of sport in South Africa

 In the interests of sport governance and healthy public education, the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has issued this reminder of how government funding of both local and international sporting events operates.

 
There have been numerous media reports and increasingly vitriolic public opinion largely

Minister Leon Schreiber launches new Home Affairs online services

Home Affairs launches new online service to make switching to the Smart ID Card easier than ever

The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, today launched a new online service that makes it easier than ever for South Africans to find their nearest participating bank branch to apply for a Smart ID Card during the Home Affairs Digital Partnership media event with FNB at Canal Walk in Cape Town.

Available at myhomeaffairsonline.dha.gov.za, the new platform enables citizens to instantly

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

SAPS salutes women in blue

As the country commemorates Women's Month, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has launched its campaign, which celebrates the dedication, resilience and professionalism of female officers who stand at the forefront of protecting women, children and other vulnerable groups while helping to build safer communities.

As part of the campaign, the SAPS highlighted the work of 45-

President Cyril Ramaphosa pleased with Deputy President’s recovery

President Cyril Ramaphosa is pleased with the recovery of Deputy President Paul Mashatile following a minor surgical procedure.

The President visited the Deputy President this afternoon and was assured that his Deputy will soon be back at work.

Minister Dean Macpherson secures zero costs for fishermen and small businesses in Elands Bay

Public Works & Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has secured an agreement preventing Cederberg Local Municipality from charging local fishermen and SMMEs rental, fees or other charges for using the Elands Bay slipway and related harbour facilities.

Under the agreement, the municipality will assume responsibility for managing, securing

Eskom welcomes Presidential green light on restructuring

Eskom has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s green light on Phase I work of the Presidency’s Eskom Restructuring Task Team (ERTT), which sets out the framework for establishing a fully independent state-owned Transmission System Operator (TSO).

“Eskom welcomes President Cyril Ramaphosa's

AfriVest and the Traditional Leaders of Southern Africa Sign Master Tokenization Partnership Agreement

A regulated route for community-held assets to reach formal capital markets, with a financial literacy programme built in

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, August 4, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- AfriVest, LLC and the Traditional Leaders of Southern Africa (TLSA) have signed a Master Tokenization Partnership Agreement, executed on 30 July 2026. The agreement sets the framework under

ROJAN FRAGRANCE TRADING (PTY) LTD Launches Phase Two of Its South Africa Expansion Strategy

ROJAN marks the next phase of its expansion in South Africa.

ROJAN expands operations in South Africa through strategic investment, digital development, partnerships, and manufacturing initiatives.

Phase Two represents the next step in ROJAN's long-term development strategy in South Africa through sustainable investment and local partnerships.”
— ROJAN Management

JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA, August 4, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Company Plans to Expand Local Operations, Support Employment Opportunities, and Advance Localized Manufacturing Development

ROJAN FRAGRANCE TRADING (PTY)

Developing an Approach to Internationalisation in South African Universities: Employment Equity and the Appointment of International Staff

On 3 August 2026, Universities South Africa (USAf) officially launched the Position Paper titled, Developing an Approach to Internationalisation in South African Universities: Employment Equity and the Appointment of International Staff, authored by Professor Crain Soudien.

The launch webinar was well attended by representatives from across the higher education

Funda UJabule School showcases UJ’s teacher education model to Ugandan delegation

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) welcomed a Department of Basic Education (DBE)-led delegation from Uganda to the Faculty of Education’s Funda UJabule Teaching School on Thursday, 30 July 2026, as part of a week-long benchmarking programme aimed at strengthening curriculum development, teacher education and educational transformation in Uganda.

The visit formed part of a broader programme held from 27 to 31 July 2026, during which

Call to register ahead of election proclamation

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has urged all eligible South Africans to register and verify their voter registration details before the proclamation of the 2026 Local Government Elections date on Friday, 7 August 2026.

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