The Western Cape Government says it will continue to support municipalities produce their own electricity. Finance MEC, David Maynier says the multi-million-rand Municipal Energy Resilience Project was launched to help protect local government, from the devastating economic impact of loadshedding.

Parks Tau tests positive for Covid-19, WHO confirms virus is still circulating in 2026

Smile Staff Reporter - 4 June 2026

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has tested positive for COVID-19, the department confirmed on Wednesday. The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition said...

Police reject claims Mossel Bay teen was killed because he was mistaken for a foreigner

Smile Staff Reporter - 3 June 2026

Police have dismissed claims that an 18-year-old Limpopo teenager killed in Mossel Bay was targeted because he was mistaken for a foreign national during...

Schools in Eden and Central Karoo to Close Amid Severe Weather Warning

Smile Staff Reporter - 2 June 2026

Schools across the Eden and Central Karoo Education District will be closed on Wednesday, 3 June, and Thursday, 4 June, due to severe weather...