Friday, 23 October 2026

Three El Dorado Park police officials were convicted over the August 2020 fatal shooting of 16-year-old Nathaniel Julies. Two were found guilty of murder, and the court heard evidence was fabricated.

The Tshwane water treatment works plant manager has been suspended over failures linked to the water crisis. An independent investigation will examine procurement, operations, management and communication.

The CRL Rights Commission renewed its call for registration and vetting of religious leaders to curb abuse, commercialisation and exploitation of congregants, saying dangerous practices must be held accountable.

Johannesburg Water says water tests in Bezuidenhout Valley show no signs of contamination, but properties along 8th Avenue stay under alert until official clearance. Final results are expected the next day.