Gauteng’s Top Young Tech Innovators Set for G13 Hackathon Finale
The winning team will be crowned the 2026 G13 Hackathon Champions and recognised as the province's leading young technology innovators.
Engaging, Educating and Empowering Communities
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Elderly Movement Threatens Court Action Over Merafong Smart Meter Rollout
The organisation said the majority of residents expected to be affected live in RDP houses and are unemployed, making the installation of smart meters an additional financial burden.
Gauteng Finance MEC Dunga unpacks 2026/27 Budget Vote
"Communities experience service delivery failures, infrastructure deteriorates, businesses lose confidence and economic growth slows," Dunga stated.
Gauteng Launches New HIV Prevention Injection at 133 Health Facilities
The new medication offers HIV-negative individuals who are at high risk of infection an alternative HIV prevention option through a single injection administered every six months.
Merafong resident demands action over unserviced stands in Welveriend
He has warned that failure to respond within 14 working days will force him to escalate the matter to SALGA, COGTA Gauteng, and the Public Protector.
Young people invited to participate in Gauteng e-Gov G13 Hackathon
The hackathon events will be rolled out across Gautengโs five corridors, namely the West Rand, Sedibeng, Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni and Tshwane, during June 2026.
Eskom and Rand Water conduct critical maintenance from May to July
Rand Water says the work will improve pump availability, increase standby capacity and reduce the risk of equipment failures going forward.
Learner dead following stabbing incident at Badirile Secondary School
A 16-year-old Grade 9 boy learner died at a local clinic after allegedly being stabbed by another learner on school grounds.
