Top of Form Bottom of Form MEDIA STATEMENT                                                 04 June 2026 For Immediate Release Stats SA clarifies no association with resurfaced social media warning Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) has noted the resurfacing of false messages circulating on social media and community WhatsApp groups claiming that scammers posing as government officials are visiting households to   read more »

 04 June 2026 Statistics South Africa to release the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for Q1 2026 Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) will release the results of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the first quarter of 2026 at a media briefing on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, in Tshwane. The results will provide insights into how   read more »

The recent painful rise in fuel prices follows a long series of increases over the years. A 50-year review reveals that a litre of inland 93-octane petrol cost 21,1c in January 1976, rising to 54,2c in June 1979. The R1 per litre mark was reached in November 1985, increasing to R5 two decades later. Explore the rise in   read more »

Violence against children remains one of the most pervasive yet often hidden challenges affecting societies today. Despite global policy commitments, abuse, neglect, and exploitation of children continues across homes, schools, and communities. In South Africa Child Protection Week, observed from 29 May to 5 June 2026, raises awareness about children’s rights and safety while encouraging   read more »