Thousands of Johannesburg commuters who rely on Metrobus services will face reduced bus frequencies from 1 June 2026 after Metrobus announced temporary service reductions across selected routes. The City of Johannesburg-owned bus operator says the changes are being introduced because of ongoing financial constraints and rising diesel costs.
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Thousands of Gauteng residents are expected to experience scheduled load reduction outages between 1 and 7 June 2026 as Eskom continues efforts to protect electricity infrastructure from overloading during peak demand periods. Communities across Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni, Tshwane, the Vaal and parts of the West Rand are included in the latest weekly schedule.
South African workers earned less take-home pay in April 2026 as rising inflation, fuel price hikes and economic uncertainty placed additional pressure on household finances. According to the latest PayInc Net Salary Index, the average nominal net salary declined to R21 228 in April, marking a monthly and annual decrease.
Learn what the Eskom and City Power Billing Dispute means for Johannesburg residents, including possible electricity interruptions, prepaid power concerns, billing issues, and government responses.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will tonight host the official FIFA World Cup 2026 send-off dinner for Bafana Bafana at the Sefako…
Gauteng is recording an average of 27 kidnappings every day as new crime statistics reveal a sharp rise in abductions, ransom-related crimes and online luring incidents across the province. According to the latest South African Police Service crime data, Gauteng recorded 2,452 kidnapping cases between January and March 2026, making it the country’s kidnapping hotspot.
On Friday, 29 May 2026, South Africans across the country will swap their formal shoes for fuzzy, comfy slippers, and…
South Africa’s tourism sector has officially graduated from “feel-good story” to growth engine and the Tourism Budget Vote 2026 makes…
Residents affected by the Rand Water Shutdown in Johannesburg can expect roaming tankers and emergency water points. Here’s where to find water tankers and how to stay updated.
The Gauteng Load Reduction Schedule for the week of 25 to 31 May 2026 has been confirmed by Eskom. As…