RC 260917SAfmJoanne Joseph

Thursday, 17 September 2026

Gender-based violence and the discovery of a ninth woman’s body dominated, alongside an outside broadcast exploring South Africa’s defence, aerospace and mining sectors.

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  1. 09:02

    A ninth woman’s body was found near Dawn Park in Boksburg, bringing the number discovered in Ekurhuleni since July to nine; police offered a R400,000 reward.

  2. 09:55

    The Auditor-General said a clean audit is only a foundation: citizens should compare budgets, financial statements, annual performance plans and reports to assess whether services were delivered.

  3. 11:26

    South Africa’s Mine Health and Safety Summit highlighted persistent occupational diseases, including silicosis, pulmonary TB and noise-induced hearing loss, while urging all stakeholders to accept accountability for milestones.

  4. 10:25

    The Africa Aerospace and Defence Exhibition showcased South Africa’s emerging Space Command, growing drone and unmanned-systems capabilities, and a wide range of military and civilian career opportunities.

  5. 11:18

    A former American diplomat said Washington’s new visa policy targeting South Africans linked to alleged discrimination is likely to be broad, with no public list of affected individuals.