Wednesday, 16 September 2026

Police offered a R400,000 reward for information leading to arrests over eight women found dead in Ekurhuleni, but said the cases are not yet confirmed as linked.

The National Shelter Movement said South Africa’s GBV response has policies but lacks resources, calling for integrated SAPS and social-development funding and direct shelter referrals from police stations.

The Electoral Court dismissed the ANC’s appeal over late candidate-list submissions affecting six municipalities, leaving 181 nominations excluded from November’s local government elections.

The South African Heart Association found at least 70% of screened minibus taxi drivers were overweight or obese, with the campaign promoting screening, movement and healthier food choices.