Wednesday, 4 November 2026

Police recorded 21 election-related cases during special voting, including murder and theft, with six arrests made and five cases already sent to court.

The High Court set aside the award of South Africa's fourth national lottery operator licence to Sizekhaya Holdings over procurement flaws, but suspended the ruling for up to 12 months so sales continue.

Gauteng law enforcement has issued an urgent warning that criminal syndicates are using women to lead initial ambushes on e-hailing drivers and motorists, luring victims into set-ups.

Tshwane's mayor said water is back in some taps but still unsafe to drink, with repairs at the Bronkhorstspruit treatment works due to be concluded in the coming days.

Democrats have secured control of both chambers of the US Congress, a significant political blow to President Donald Trump, who says he will use his veto power against bills he calls unreasonable.