Melissa-Seané Sathekge

Following a number of senior staff resignations, and allegations of governance failings, the Media and ICT Seta, MICT, is to be investigated by the National Skills Authority. 

"EPWP participants play an important role in supporting a range of municipal programmes, including community safety, public health, water and sanitation services," according to eThekwini Municipality who are strongly promoting the programme. 

The Sassa Gold Card deadline is approaching and beneficiaries are being urged to switch to Postbank Black Cards to avoid disruptions to their grant payments. 

Government has assured South Africans that 30 June 2026 will be a normal working day, warning that any acts of violence, intimidation or disruption will be dealt with through the full force of the law.

As South Africa commemorates Youth Month, the South African Police Service (SAPS) is recognising the contributions of young officers through its national campaign, "SAPS Youth – Leading the Reset Agenda." 

Social grants ensure millions of South Africans can access basic goods and services monthly. The payment dates and payment values have been confirmed by Sassa. 

A Cabinet reshuffle announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa has resulted in changes within the Department of Higher Education and Training, with Democratic Alliance (DA) member Dr Mimmy Gondwe being replaced as Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training.

With the Electoral Commission's (IEC) voter registration weekend approaching, South Africans – particularly young people – are being encouraged to register and prepare to participate in the 2026 Local Government Elections.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined several government initiatives aimed at reducing youth unemployment, while reaffirming that building an inclusive economy that creates sustainable jobs for young people remains a national priority. 

Parliament will convene the 2026 National Youth Parliament in Johannesburg on Monday to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Student Uprisings and celebrate 30 years of South Africa’s democratic Constitution.

The inaugural Future of Work and Business Conference will bring together government, industry leaders, innovators and young people to explore the future of employment, technology and economic growth in South Africa.

NSFAS has discovered that some previous students paid back more to the organisation than they should have.  They have committed to paying back those who were charged too much. 

Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth says only 9% of employers inspected by her department were compliant with employment equity legislation during the 2025/26 financial year. 

South Africa’s official unemployment rate increased slightly during the first quarter of 2026, according to the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA).

Cabinet has approved several legislative measures aimed at strengthening early childhood development (ECD) in South Africa during Child Protection Month. 

President Cyril Ramaphosa has renewed calls for reparations to address the lasting effects of colonialism and slavery in Africa.

Gauteng MEC for Education, Lebogang Maile, has announced a range of interventions aimed at addressing severe overcrowding in the province’s schools. 

Postbank has officially launched the final phase of replacing SASSA Gold Cards with new Postbank Black Cards, with the rollout set to begin on 29 April 2026.

SASSA is encouraging social grant beneficiaries to use its e-Life Certification self-service portal to complete their life certification quickly and conveniently.

The Department of Social Development has called for urgent and coordinated action to tackle South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis, urging all sectors to work together to create opportunities for young people.