Tuesday, 1 September 2026

A Bureau for Economic Research survey found 95% of respondents feel negative when regular purchases become more expensive; people estimated annual inflation at 9.4%, versus official inflation of 5%.

Eskom reported a R30.3-billion profit after selling 6.2% less electricity, with tariffs up 12.74%; non-payment and R15.8-billion in revenue at collection risk remain concerns.

CPUT’s council withdrew its proposed 2027 financial recovery plan, including upfront fees of up to R7,000, and agreed to release debt-linked transcripts while Senate considers saving the 2026 academic year.

Lawyers for Human Rights-backed activists are challenging the national gender-based violence council, arguing its advisory-only powers cannot investigate failures or enforce accountability across government and other sectors.

A Western Cape legislature ad hoc committee will investigate violent crime, with a 10-member, all-party panel expected to report within six months of its establishment.