RC 260928702Clement Manyathela
Monday, 28 September 2026
Mass shootings and the Madlanga Commission dominated, while a candid Family Matters discussion examined the trauma and pressures of unexpected guardianship.
- 09:08
The weekend’s mass shootings left 18 people dead and 15 wounded near Carltonville, while 10 were killed and 11 wounded in separate Cape Town attacks, prompting questions about police intelligence and illegal firearms.
- 10:53
The Madlanga Commission refused Feroz Khan’s postponement application, ruled his absence a flagrant disregard of its subpoena, and said its secretary would approach her to lay criminal charges.
- 11:12
Psychologist Piwe Lufele said unexpected guardianship can bring grief, lost autonomy, disrupted careers, role confusion and financial strain, making support and acknowledging difficult emotions essential.
- 11:45
Guardians were urged to set boundaries without shame: children need limits, consequences and reassurance that mistakes will not cost them love or belonging.