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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.