
Sinkhole Forces Closure of R500 in Merafong, Department Urges Caution
The sinkhole is located on the R500 between Carletonville and Ventersdorp, approximately 400 metres from Red Cap and about one kilometre from Rooipoort Primary School.

The sinkhole is located on the R500 between Carletonville and Ventersdorp, approximately 400 metres from Red Cap and about one kilometre from Rooipoort Primary School.

The Fund emphasised that the Hospital Service Centres will offer consultation and public awareness services only

The MEC also reaffirmed the department's commitment to restoring order in the public transport sector while promoting higher service standards and a culture of compliance among operators.

According to the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, the decline in petrol prices was largely driven by lower international crude oil prices during the review period.

Heavy commercial and public transport vehicles will remain subject to the existing five-year renewal cycle, and Professional Driving Permits (PrDPs) will remain on a two-year renewal cycle.

According to the department, the Smart DLTC has been designed to reduce waiting times while providing faster, more efficient and customer-focused services.

The Fund said compensation paid to road crash victims is intended to help people who have suffered life-changing injuries, lost loved ones or become permanently disabled as a result of motor vehicle accidents.

Based in central Johannesburg, the Help Desk provides step-by-step guidance throughout the licence transfer application process

Those affected would have to restart the application process in line with the relevant legislation.

MMC Mnguni also appealed to members of the public who may have information about the shooting to come forward and assist authorities with their investigations.