Launch of the solar programme 1 minute Riversdale in the Western Cape will become the first small town in the country to supply its businesses and residents with solar power. A sod-turning ceremony was held for the R210 million, 10-megawatt solar farm, which will consist of about 20 000 solar panels and battery energy storage….
Former President Thabo Mbeki chats with Frank Chikane at the ANC NEC Lekgotla in Boksburg (25 January 2025) 2 minutes Several parties in the Government of National Unity (GNU) will hold their preparatory talks ahead of next Wednesday’s much anticipated Cabinet Lekgotla, the first one of the year. The African National Congress (ANC) will start its…
No to bullying in school sign. 1 minute Bullying is one of the main reasons behind school dropouts, according to the Zero Dropout Campaign that conducted a national survey in 2024. The survey seeks to understand South Africa’s education and dropout experiences. It also found that financial strain, drugs and criminal behaviour are some of…
Solar panels being installed. 1 minute The Drakenstein municipality in the Boland of the Western Cape says it will not penalise property owners who installed alternative energy sources without pre-approval from the municipality. The municipality has announced an amnesty period that will run until the end of March. Municipal spokesperson Riana Geldenhuys says there was…
National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Mastercard. 1 minute The South African Union of Students (SAUS) has called on the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) to resolve payment issues with private residence providers to prevent potential disruptions. An ongoing standoff between the scheme and accommodation providers affiliated with the Private Student Housing Association over…
[FILE] President Cyril Ramaphosa signs into law the BELA Bill on September 13, 2024. 3 minutes The African National Congress (ANC) caucus in Parliament has expressed support for the signing of the Expropriation Bill into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The ANC described criticism of the legislation as unsurprising, asserting that it mainly comes from…
Kaizer Chiefs team prepares for the Nedbank Cup match this weekend. 2 minutes South African football’s biggest knockout tournament, the Nedbank Cup, kicks off this weekend. Minnows or lower division clubs have caused upsets in the Nedbank Cup in the previous years. One such team, Free Agents FC, will fancy their chances when they meet…
A Transnet Freight Rail train is seen next to tons of coal mined from the nearby Khanye Colliery mine, at the Bronkhorstspruit station 3 minutes The move by Transnet to push ahead with reforms is expected to unlock growth opportunities in the logistics sector. The state-owned rail and transport service is moving ahead with plans…
Deputy President Paul Mashatile. 2 minutes Deputy President Paul Mashatile has encouraged traditional leaders to be involved in programmes that will empower their communities. Mashatile was addressing the community of KwaMpumuza in Pietermaritzburg, at a matric excellence awards ceremony that recognises the academic achievements of the class of 2024 in the area. Mashatile to address…
Rand Water station in Roodepoort. 1 minute Rand Water has issued a notice to Gauteng residents of a scheduled repair to a leak on the O2 Pipeline under Nasmith Road in Germiston, East of Johannesburg. The repair work started at six this morning and will continue until six tomorrow morning. Rand Water spokesperson Makenosi Maroo…
