The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has confirmed the payment dates for April 2025 social grants – and beneficiaries are urged to take note to avoid confusion or unnecessary queues.

A five-month-old baby from Calvinia suffered severe burns after his intoxicated parents placed a pot of boiling food in his pram, leading to their suspended sentences for child neglect and the child’s ...

The Patriotic Alliance has launched a significant challenge to the Z83 public service application form, demanding either its complete removal or the elimination of racial classification sections. The ...

Outdated numbers. Endless ringing. No answers. Why is it almost impossible to reach a government office in Kimberley - and what does it say about public service in the city?

Have you ever wondered how misinformation spreads in the digital age? This article explores a humorous tale that highlights a serious issue: the importance of media literacy in an era of digital ...

South Africa's criminal justice system faces mounting challenges as Police Minister Senzo Mchunu reveals that over 16,000 accused persons are evading bail conditions. Adding to the crisis, more than ...

Humanitarian organisation Gift of the Givers has stepped in to assist flood-stricken communities in the ZF Mgcawu District following recent torrential rains that caused widespread damage.

As rising taxes, stagnant income brackets, and the lack of an interest rate cut squeeze household budgets, experts warn that South Africans need salary hikes just to keep up - while property values, ...

With the wage bill eating the largest chunk (73 percent) of the Education budget, little has been left for necessities such as school feeding schemes, learner transport, and school operational costs.

A construction worker recounts his harrowing escape as a skyscraper in Bangkok collapsed during a massive earthquake, leaving families desperate for news of their loved ones after the 30-storey ...

On Human Rights Day, Greenpoint residents received more than just pamphlets as police and justice officials brought support, swift action, and a surprise drug bust straight to their doorsteps.

As tensions mount over the proposed budget, the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation assures South Africans that the GNU coalition will find common ground, despite the DA's threats to ...