Thursday, 13 August 2026

Constitutional Court refused direct access for ATM, MKP, UAT and EFF, leaving the Western Cape High Court interdict in place and keeping public impeachment hearings on hold until Ramaphosa’s September review.

Auditor-General South Africa launched a 13-week public education drive with SABC to explain its mandate, audit opinions and how citizens can use reports to hold government accountable.

Municipal outsourcing debate centred on natural monopolies and regulation: private contractors can help with some services, but water and electricity need strong oversight or consumers end up paying more, as with prepaid water meters.

Sports sponsorship and branding were framed as a missed opportunity: South Africa’s athletes and teams boost the country’s global image, but federations need better governance, marketing and development support, especially for para- and individual sports.

Digital sextortion was described as coercion for explicit images followed by blackmail; the public protector said existing corruption and sexual offences laws can be used, provided victims can report safely through hotlines and independent channels.