South Africans will witness a partial solar eclipse on 17 February 2026, visible nationwide during the afternoon. Coverage will vary by region, with coastal areas seeing more of the Sun obscured. Read more: South Africa to see partial solar eclipse on 17 February
A total of 125 letters were handed out to casual workers who have decades of years service at Sol Plaatje Municipality, following rigorous protest action that took place over the past weeks. Read more: Long wait ends as 125 municipal casual workers receive permanent jobs
Gauteng authorities have apprehended three suspects following the brutal murder of a 22-year-old Bolt driver who was lured by fake passengers in Pretoria West. As police intensify their search for a fourth suspect, the e-hailing community expresses outrage over driver safety concerns. Read more: Three arrested for brutal murder of Bolt driver in Pretoria, fourth […]
Operation Shanela II resulted in 576 arrests across the Northern Cape during a weeklong intelligence-driven crackdown. Police closed 16 illegal liquor outlets, seized drugs and weapons, and intensified patrols to stabilise crime hotspots. Read more: Operation Shanela II nets 576 arrests in Northern Cape crime crackdown
Researchers have discovered several new flightless weevil species in Richtersveld National Park, naming one Richtersveldiella sanparkensis in honour of SANParks, highlighting the park’s exceptional biodiversity and the importance of continued scientific exploration in protected areas. Read more: New insect species named in honour of SANParks and the Richtersveld
The Department of Employment and Labour clarifies the difference between President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement of 10,000 new labour inspectors and the existing Project 20K internship programme. Read more: 10,000 labour inspectors to enforce workplace laws nationwide
Water supply has been restored to parts of Kimberley Suburbia and Galeshewe after contractors completed pipe connections ahead of schedule. Line filling is under way, with supply gradually returning to affected residential areas and facilities. Read more: Water supply restored to parts of Kimberley suburbia and Galeshewe
An environmental crisis has unfolded on KwaZulu-Natal’s north coast, with thousands of dead fish washing up at the uMhlali River mouth, leading to the closure of popular swimming spots as investigations into the cause begin Read more: Mass Fish Kill at uMhlali River Forces KwaDukuza Beach Closures as Pollution Investigation Underway
With youth unemployment soaring in South Africa, a groundbreaking study from UCT aims to harness AI to transform job prospects for young people. Discover how this innovative research could reshape the future of employment. Read more: How AI can tackle youth unemployment in South Africa: Insights from UCT researcher