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Monday, 21 September 2026

Power Up focused on reproductive health, Gauteng’s kidnapping crisis, political accountability and creative projects preserving South African identity.

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  1. 05:00

    Gauteng recorded more than 2,300 kidnapping cases between April and June, over half the national total, with ransom demands of R5 million and R3 million reported.

  2. 05:27

    Dr Rogers Mabatwa said contraception must be individually chosen with healthcare advice; methods vary by medical history, lifestyle and fertility plans, while condoms remain necessary for STI protection.

  3. 05:02

    The IFP launched its KwaZulu-Natal manifesto ahead of the 4 November local elections, promising action on undocumented migration and returning the spaza-shop economy to South Africans.

  4. 05:54

    Johannesburg production Kids will combine live cinema and theatre across the city from 2 to 4 October, with tickets costing R100 for students and up to R150.

  5. 04:47

    Free State musician Sefi Culture described using Sesotho music to preserve language and culture, with an EP planned for early 2027 though no release date was confirmed.