Thursday, 3 September 2026

Seventeen police officers were killed between April and June, including six on duty; SAPU called for police killings to be classified as treason and harsher sentences for convicted perpetrators.

Prince Wakopitori found that a Grade 10 learner, nearly 20, had allegedly reported emotional abuse by a teacher before lashing out; the family agreed to professional help and voluntary boot camp support.

Ipsos found nearly 6.9 million South Africans, or 15% of people aged 15 and older, missed work, school or college because transport was unaffordable.

Gauteng recorded a 96.34% drop in new foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks, from 166 cases between October and January to six between June and August, after vaccinating more than 500,000 animals.

Tshwane closed Flamingo Strip Club and Bar twice in one week over alleged illegal operations and R3.2 million in municipal arrears; officials warned further non-compliance could lead to court action and arrest.