Government downplays diesel supply concerns
Limits on diesel sales at some Johannesburg filling stations have raised concerns about fuel availability, but the government is insisting there is no national shortage, reports EWN. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources insists that South Africa has enough fuel and said any disruptions are local and temporary. There are concerns about potential price increases due to global uncertainty, including the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Motorists are being urged to purchase fuel as usual, while authorities continue to monitor both global developments and local supply chains.
Suspected drug mules caught in OR Tambo
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Five suspected female South African drug mules arrested at OR Tambo International Airport, according to reports sabc news. Police have said that drugs worth more than Rs 5 million were hidden on the bodies and clothes of the suspects. Police said the group was headed to China via Dubai. The suspects are expected to appear at Kempton Park Magistrates' Court on drug trafficking charges while the investigation continues.
Western Cape Health to fill 800+ positions
According to reports, the Western Cape Department of Health and Welfare is filling more than 800 positions as part of its R34.47 billion 2026/27 budget. EWN. The department said it marks a shift from crisis response to rebuilding and strengthening the health care system. More than R106 billion will be invested over three years in areas such as primary care, emergency services, digital systems and prevention programmes. The department aims to improve access to care and reduce pressure on facilities, with a strong focus on prevention, including vaccination, HIV and TB programs, despite ongoing budget constraints.