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WATCH LIVE: Makhura gives update on Gauteng response to COVID-19
Gauteng Premier David Makhura is giving an update on the province's response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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WATCH LIVE: SAHRC inquest into July riots - Day 13
The SAHRC's hearing into the July riots in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng continues.
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Fraser's application to cross-examine witnesses didn't comply with rules - Zondo
Acting Chief Justice Raymond Zondo on Wednesday dismissed Fraser’s application to question witnesses, including former top officials of the State Security Agency.
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Nigeria backs SA in criticism of travel bans over Omicron COVID variant
Several countries including the UK, US and Rwanda have moved to ban southern Africans from travelling to their shores after scientists in South Africa identified the new variant which has since been found in several European countries as well.
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SA's relations with Nigeria on a positive trajectory - Ramaphosa
President Ramaphosa said that the conclusion of several agreements of cooperation between the two countries was a testament to the strength of relations between Nigeria and South Africa.
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Plett Rage to go continue despite cancellation of Ballito event due to COVID
The Plettenberg Bay Rage festival is scheduled to start on Friday and continue through to next Tuesday despite concerns about it potentially being a superspreader event.
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One person killed in N1 collision; Gauteng motorists warned over wet conditions
Gauteng residents can expect scattered thundershowers with cloudy conditions to persist over the next few days.
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Mabuza says global solidarity needed to tackle scourge of HIV and Aids
As chairperson of the South African National Aids Council (Sanac), Mabuza delivered a keynote address in Limpopo on Wednesday to commemorate World Aids Day.
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Omicron COVID variant likely present in all provinces, MPs told
Deputy Health Minister Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo and infectious diseases specialists briefed Parliament’s Health Committee on Wednesday night about the new variant and the country's preparations to deal with the fourth wave of infections.
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No plans to change fuel price adjustments formula - Mantashe
Record high prices kicked in on Wednesday, pushing the petrol price above R20 per litre.
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KZN top cop accuses Mapisa-Nqakula of lying under oath at SAHRC hearing
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has disputed the testimony by former Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula in which she said that 800 soldiers were on the ground to support law enforcement during the July civil unrest.
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SA sees spike in COVID cases as 8,561 new infections, 28 deaths recorded
The latest stats show that 8,561 tests have come back positive. It's almost a 100% increase compared with the 4,373 cases confirmed the previous day.
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The Eyewitness News Breakfast Brief
Eyewitness News previews a selection of the news that you will find on the website today.
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Parly ‘comfortable’ with DBE’s preparedness for 2022 academic year
Committee chairperson Bongiwe Mbinqo-Gigaba on Wednesday said they are at ease following the Department of Basic Education's presentation this week.
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Energy dept 'profusely apologises' for wrong petrol price increase figure
The Automobile Association said the fuel price error by the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy had resulted in many South Africans paying more than they should have.
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‘Nothing short of abusive,’ says Shell on court bid to stop its seismic testing
Four environmental and human rights organisations are asking the Makhanda High Court to block the petroleum giant from starting with operations on Wednesday.
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Nzimande slams those against 75% module pass rate requirement for NSFAS funding
Answering questions in the National Assembly on Wednesday, Minister Blade Nzimande said the new NSFAS guideline was to encourage students to aim higher and finish their qualifications in record time.
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Makhura: COVID makes it tougher for SA to fight HIV/Aids
Premier David Makhura spoke in Duduza earlier on Wednesday using the day to also encourage citizens to get vaccinated.
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Lebeya: None of the suspects linked to July unrest face high treason charges
This was revealed by Hawks head Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya during his virtual testimony at the inquiry sitting in Umhlanga on Wednesday afternoon.
