Monday, 5 October 2026

Optometrist Ngateko Sangwana warned that poorly controlled diabetes and hypertension can damage the retina, while sudden blurriness, floaters or a curtain-like shadow require urgent assessment.

The Senzo Meyiwa trial resumed with accused number three’s version under cross-examination, as the state challenged photograph metadata and cellphone evidence about his whereabouts.

Political analyst Professor Dirk Kotzé said the ANC must acknowledge serious mistakes and rebuild public trust quickly, or risk following once-dominant parties that disappeared from power.

A Constitutional Court challenge could determine whether 181 ANC candidates contest six municipalities; the IEC says the party’s appeal has little prospect of success.

International relations analyst Donovan Williams argued that the UN remains necessary but weakened by its member states, especially five permanent Security Council members, and needs renewed legitimacy.