RC 261005Power FMThabiso "TK" Kotane
Monday, 5 October 2026
Fuel-price shock, failing water infrastructure and public-transport subsidies dominated a programme focused on South Africa’s mounting cost-of-living and service-delivery pressures.
- 17:40
From Wednesday, petrol prices rise by up to R3.33 a litre and diesel by up to R3.24, with economists warning higher transport costs will feed into everyday prices.
- 16:08
Water Minister Pemmy Majodina said 107 of 144 municipalities face critical or recurring water failures, while an expert estimated R400 billion is needed for repairs and upgrades.
- 15:25
City Power disconnected 11 hijacked or “bad” inner-city buildings owing about R15 million; 108 identified buildings collectively owe close to R200 million, with reconnection dependent on legitimate owners.
- 17:48
Metrobus said 90% of its budget is subsidised and 10% comes from fares; operations were cut by 35% from June, with electric buses expected on routes by year-end.
- 17:10
The Judicial Service Commission began two weeks of interviews to fill 22 judicial vacancies across superior courts, amid concerns that unfilled posts are contributing to delays in judgments.