Schools in selected parts of the Eden and Central Karoo Education District will be closed on Wednesday, 6 May 2026, and Thursday, 7 May 2026, due to severe weather conditions forecast for the region. The Western Cape Education Department says the decision was taken in the interest of learner and
“The Minister expressed support for the Palestinian people, the South African International Court of Justice (ICJ) case against Israel under the Genocide Convention, and welcomed ongoing engagement. However, he was unable to commit to using the administrative authority residing in his office to do due diligence and stop South African
The taxi industry in the Western Cape is warning of possible fare increases as fuel prices continue to rise, placing mounting pressure on operators. Industry bodies say the sustained hikes are making it increasingly difficult for taxi owners and drivers to remain financially viable, despite efforts to shield commuters already
The Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA), established to “advance economic development, social justice, labour peace, and the democratisation of the workplace,” is facing mounting pressure due to ongoing budget cuts and underfunding. These constraints have resulted in a growing caseload and significant backlogs, delaying the scheduling of hearings
South Africans are bracing for another steep increase in fuel prices set to take effect from Wednesday, with the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources confirming sharp hikes across the board. Petrol is expected to rise by around R3.27 per litre, while diesel could surge by as much as R6.19
Education activist Hendrick Makaneta has called for stability following Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela’s decision to place the National Student Financial Aid Scheme under administration. The move comes amid ongoing governance and operational challenges at the institution, which has faced repeated scrutiny over its management and service delivery.
The Department of Basic Education has defended its textbook screening process, insisting it is not a tender system, amid concerns over possible procurement irregularities. This follows a request by Minister Siviwe Gwarube for the National Treasury to investigate the process involving foundation phase textbooks. According to reports, Lighthouse Publishers was
The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Social Development, Bridget Masango, has raised serious concerns over allegations involving the Minister of Social Development, following a Daily Maverick report that has sparked public scrutiny. The report alleges that a departmentally appointed and state-paid worker was deployed to perform duties at a
The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, has accepted a series of resignations from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Board, including that of interim Chairperson Dr Mugwena Maluleke, effective 27 April 2026. Dr Maluleke stepped down as both board member and interim chairperson, citing personal and
VOC became the first Muslim radio station in South Africa when a special events license was granted to the station in Ramadan/January 1995. Subsequent temporary broadcast licenses were granted, permitting the station to broadcast for 24 hours.
