With less than a week remaining before South Africans head to the polls, the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has urged registered voters to prioritise integrity, competence and accountability when choosing their local government representatives. Millions of eligible voters are preparing to cast their ballots on Wednesday, ushering in the seventh administration of local government. The elections are expected to play a significant role in determining the leadership and development priorities of municipalities across the country. Speaking on YOU…

Zimbabwean businessman Lawrence Mudzinganyama, who is facing charges over allegations that he threatened women in Sandton, will no longer be able to bid for or participate in government tenders. This follows the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) blacklisting his company, Moriel Group, from doing business with the state. During a joint media briefing with Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson in Pretoria, the CIDB said the company was among 60 non-performing contractors barred from doing business with the state. Mudzinganyama made…

The North West Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT) is prioritising community-led climate adaptation to strengthen the province’s resilience to climate change, with a focus on ecosystem-based approaches and climate-smart agriculture. The department outlined its approach during the launch of the North West Climate Change Strategy and Implementation Plan 2025–2030. The strategy aims to translate climate commitments into practical interventions that protect communities, livelihoods and the provincial economy. The North West faces growing climate-related risks, including rising…