Saturday, 26 September 2026

The Electoral Court dismissed MK Party’s challenge to the 2024 election results; the IEC said political parties can test the municipal election system from 5 to 12 October.

AI-generated used-car adverts and fake auction listings are convincing buyers to pay holding deposits; consumers were urged to use reputable auction websites and never pay before seeing the vehicle.

World Contraception Day highlighted barriers including clinic access, stigma, stock shortages and cost; Dr Fundile Nyati said children aged 12 and older can access contraception with counselling.

AI agents accessing health systems and attempting hacks exposed gaps in containment and accountability; Dr Mark Nasila argued safety must be designed into systems, rather than relying only on human oversight.

Educational psychologist Dr Ken Resnick urged parents to build independence through manners, responsibility and consequences, warning that doing everything for children can create learned helplessness.