South Africa’s new Plant Breeders’ Rights Act 12 of 2018 (new Act) has, by proclamation in the Government Gazette of 6 June 2025, been deemed to have been in effect since 1 June 2025. Thus, the Plant Breeders’ Rights Act 15 of 1976 (old Act) is now repealed. The new Act essentially has the aim…
The City of Johannesburg has passed the tariffs for 2025/2026 alongside the budget. The tariffs are set in a manner that ensures on one hand the City priorities provision of essential services, and on the other hand ensures that the most impoverished communities are protected. The Government of Loal Unity (GLU) has supported the rebates…
Applications for learnerships for those living with disabilities are now open while corporates are encouraged to lend their support ___________________________________________________________ The Mia le Roux Movement x B4i Academy campaign has launched the second phase of the initiative following its successful introduction last year which has seen more than 160 learners living with disabilities placed in…
South Africa has advocated for concrete, actionable strategies to operationalise vaccine equity as a core pillar of global pandemic readiness during the G20 Health Working Group meeting. This was part of the discussions between 10 to 13 June which saw global health leaders, experts and policymakers converge in South Africa’s as part of the G20…
Koketso Maraba Deputy President Paul Mashatile launched the Clean Cities and Towns Campaign in Kliptown, Soweto, on Friday, 6 June 2025 which focuses on tackling urban waste, promoting environmental responsibility, and encouraging pride in public spaces. Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, joined the Deputy President to show full support for the initiative….
Even professionally fitted, well-maintained, and technically sound private solar installations may soon be disconnected or heavily fined by municipalities or utility provider Eskom if the correct paperwork is not in order, warns a leading solar expert. “Eskom and government are tightening the enforcement of regulations on rooftop solar, after recently confirming that satellite technology will…
NEW-BUILD PROPERTY TO OPEN IN 2028 AT VICTORIA FALLS – A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE AND ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST ICONIC NATURAL WONDERS Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, has announced the signing of Novotel Victoria Falls, a landmark project set within Victoria Falls – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven…
Caption: Dr Daniel Mosako (Artist), and Dr Lebohang Liepollo Pheko. Photo by Thabo Motlhabi THABO MOTLHABI Dr. Motsoko Pheko’s legacy as a Pan- Africanist, scholar, and activist is profoundly encapsulated through his extensive body of work and the recent archival exhibition at Unisa Main Campus Pretoria. This event was organised by Unisa Libraries and Information…
The Pilanesberg region has built a reputation as one of South Africa’s top safari destinations, attracting visitors from around the world eager to see the big five and experience the bush. But while game viewing remains a major drawcard, a new layer of tourism is being added. It places local culture, history and community at…
Today, the City of Johannesburg and the Gauteng Provincial Government came together to commemorate the 49th anniversary of the June 16, 1976 uprising, a pivotal moment in South Africa’s history. The event, which marked a turning point in the struggle for freedom, justice, and equality, was remembered at the Hector Pieterson Memorial. The commemoration was…
