Sunday, 6 September 2026

Heavy rain caused localised flooding in Johannesburg, submerging at least two vehicles; emergency services urged motorists to turn around at flooded roads and report rising water.

President Cyril Ramaphosa honoured 12 officers killed in the line of duty, while Acting Police Minister Feroz Cachalia reported 20 arrests, 11 convictions and four life sentences.

The Huguenot Tunnel reopened to all vehicles after wind-related closures, although Bainskloof Pass remained limited to Class 1 vehicles and Du Toitskloof Pass stayed closed.

Gauteng received more than 805,000 Grade 1 and Grade 8 applications for 2027, representing over 346,000 learners; document verification will precede placement offers.

The music-led programme mixed listener dedications with games: a male rabbit was identified as a buck or jack, while the brain teaser’s answer was breath in a draw.