COGNICURRENT

Pretoria and Johannesburg have been ranked as the second and fifth most dangerous cities in the world by Numbeo's 2026 Crime Index.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the deployment of soldiers to assist the police in combating illegal mining in Gauteng Province as part of Operation Prosper.

The South African government is prioritizing the completion of delayed water projects to combat water scarcity issues, particularly in Gauteng.

The South African government is strengthening its efforts against illegal mining operations, particularly in Gauteng, with initiatives aimed at disrupting criminal syndicates and enhancing community safety.

The ANC is urging the DA to remove a billboard that highlights Gauteng's water crisis and comments made by Premier Lesufi, alleging that it tarnishes his reputation.

The bail application for Chatunga Mugabe and his co-accused Tobias Matonhodze has been postponed due to a power outage at the court in Gauteng.

Suspended Judge Nana Makhubele is seeking to overturn a ruling of misconduct and halt her impeachment process by Parliament.

The Gauteng government is set to take full ownership of the Gautrain high-speed rail system by the end of March 2026, transitioning from a public-private partnership to a fully provincial government asset.

Over 450 soldiers have been deployed in Gauteng, South Africa, to address the issues of illegal mining and rising gang violence.

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced a R760 million infrastructure investment in Johannesburg aimed at resolving persistent water issues.

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi faces intense scrutiny as residents grapple with an ongoing water crisis linked to infrastructure and governance issues in the province.

The Gauteng government plans to establish a new infrastructure agency to centralize major projects and improve service delivery.

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Committee is alarmed by reports of 97 police officers in South Africa accused of sexual violence or rape, highlighting a severe breach of public trust.

The Democratic Alliance urges Gauteng municipalities to secure water revenue to address significant financial losses and infrastructure issues causing water shortages.

The South African government has authorized Rand Water to increase water abstraction from the Integrated Vaal River System to address water shortages in Gauteng due to recent supply disruptions.

The Democratic Alliance expresses concern over the Gauteng government's water crisis management, criticizing the lack of communication and schedules for water-shifting.

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the deployment of the National Defense Force to combat gang violence and illegal mining in the Western Cape and Gauteng provinces.

The South African National Defence Force is prepared to support police efforts against gang violence and illegal mining in Gauteng and the Western Cape following a directive from President Ramaphosa.

Gauteng province, specifically Pretoria and Johannesburg, is expected to experience wet and stormy weather this weekend, with significant rainfall and thunderstorms forecasted.

Gauteng is set to introduce 'soft' water restrictions to mitigate supply issues and prevent a system collapse.

The Nigerian community in South Africa is threatening to protest following the killing of a Nigerian national during an anti-drug operation in Gauteng.

Gauteng's Roads and Transport MEC has clarified the responsibilities of scholar transport operators to enhance compliance and safety measures for transporting learners.