THE National Health Insurance (NHI) ACT IS FOR US AND ABOUT US, THE PEOPLE
The battle over the future of healthcare in South Africa played out once again in court, as the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act took centre stage at the Gauteng North High Court in Pretoria on Tuesday, 24 February 2026. In Courtroom 4E, legal arguments unfolded around a law that the government says is meant to guarantee universal access to quality healthcare but which a group of litigants is seeking to halt through the courts.
The RAND SHOW is switched on with an exciting new Tech and Gaming Arena
The Rand Show has announced the launch of a brand-new Tech and Gaming Arena, a high-energy zone where visitors can play, build, compete and explore the future – all in one electrifying space at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, from 2–6 April 2026.
BASKETBALL AFRICA LEAGUE ANNOUNCES 12 TEAMS AND GROUP PHASE SCHEDULE FOR 2026 SEASON
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) has announced the 12 teams and group phase schedule for the 2026 BAL season, which will tip off on Friday, March 27 at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria, South Africa.
New South African Indoor Tug-of-War Team Officially Capped After More Than ADecade
The South African Tug-of-War Federation’s Indoor Tug-of-War Team, the President’s Team,was officially capped on Saturday, 21 February 2026, at a ceremony held in Cape Town. The capping ceremony formally recognized the pullers selected while also acknowledging the collective efforts of coaches, partners, and communities who have contributed to rebuilding the indoor code in South Africa….
Bafana to host Panama in Durban, Cape Town
Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium and DHL Cape Town Stadium will host Bafana Bafana’s two international friendly matches against Panama next month
SASSA WELCOMES ARRESTS OF FOUR SUSPECTS, INCLUDING TWO OFFICIALS AND A FORMER OFFICIAL
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) in Gauteng has welcomed the arrests of four suspects, including two current officials and one former official, in connection with alleged fraud amounting to approximately R4.9 million.
Crisis, Spin or Structural Reform? Gauteng’s SOPA Sets the Stage for an Election-Year Showdown
The 2026 State of the Province Address by Panyaza Lesufi was never going to be a quiet affair. Delivered at NASREC in Johannesburg, the speech was framed as a report-back on “bold commitments” made in 2025, with the Premier openly apologizing for shortcomings while insisting government is correcting course.
Gentlemen’s Club Skokvel Empowers West Rand Men
The Gentlemen’s Club Skokvel, based in Rietvlei 2&3, Ext 2, successfully hosted a men’s conference on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Casric Stars upset Pirates in penalty shootout
Casric Stars pulled off a major upset to advance in the Nedbank Cup, defeating Orlando Pirates 5-4 on penalties after a goalless draw at the Orlando Amstel Arena in Soweto on Saturday.
FlySafair Resumes Hoedspruit Services Following Runway Refurbishment
FlySafair has announced the resumption of its scheduled flights to and from Hoedspruit Airport (HDS), effective 17 February 2026, following the successful refurbishment of the airport’s main runway, which was severely damaged by the devastating floods that struck the Limpopo province in January.
