Tuesday, 10 November 2026

Alleged crime boss Vusimuzi Matlala told the Madlanga Commission investigators allegedly offered him a reduced sentence, below Zuma's, to turn state witness; the proposed eight-year plea deal was later rejected as too lenient.

Commission chair Justice Madlanga ruled that restrictions on failed plea agreements do not bind the inquiry, so evidence leaders can question Matlala on his statement. His lawyers plan an urgent High Court review.

Parties in hung municipalities have 14 days from Wednesday to agree coalitions and elect mayors, and some parties say they are in no rush to conclude deals that could affect governance.

Gauteng schools were paid only 10% and 7% in instalments without notice, Fedsas CEO says, instead of the regulated 50% payment, leaving schools unable to plan for essential expenses.