Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has called an urgent meeting with mayors, municipal managers and law enforcement agencies on Friday, 2 October 2026, following the deaths of 11 women in Ekurhuleni since July. The meeting will review the province’s response to gender based violence and femicide, identify gaps in existing measures and consider further interventions aimed at protecting residents, particularly women and children.
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Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has reported progress on the province’s e toll debt, Gautrain expansion plans and lifestyle audits during a state of governance briefing on Wednesday, 16 September 2026. Speaking about transport, government accountability and public safety, Lesufi said Gauteng had paid R13 billion of its R20 billion e toll debt as of June and completed lifestyle audits for all provincial government CEOs and heads of department. He also announced further administrative progress on Gautrain expansion and outlined plans to strengthen the police response to recent murders of women in Kempton Park.
Gauteng Premier Lesufi visits injured traffic wardens shot during a violent attack in Daveyton, showing support and calling for better safety measures.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi suspends two senior officials in the Community Safety Department following a forensic investigation that uncovered financial irregularities, underscoring a firm stance against corruption.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi reshuffles key department heads following forensic reports exposing governance challenges and budget underspending. The reshuffle focuses on improving service delivery and preparing the province for the G20 summit in November 2025.
The Gauteng Provincial Government is pioneering efforts to enhance road safety. They aim to curb vehicle-related crime through the rollout…
Since its launch in April 2024, the Gauteng e-Panic Button has become an essential safety tool for residents across the…
The Gauteng Provincial Government has launched a comprehensive safety strategy aimed at significantly reducing crime. The strategy also focuses on…
The Gauteng Provincial Government has introduced the Gauteng e-Panic Button app, a free emergency response tool designed to enhance safety…
The Gauteng provincial government has addressed ongoing e-toll billing delays affecting motorists across the province. Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has…