Tuesday, 11 August 2026

Severe winter weather, a gang-related police killing, and the ANC Gauteng tribute to Mzi Kumalo dominated a busy morning of news and interviews.

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05:43
Government warned motorists to delay non-essential travel as snow, ice and closures hit the N3, N6 and mountain passes; provincial disaster centres and weather services were coordinating roadside support.
05:53
Police recovered two SAPS rifles and took a known gang leader, already on bail and facing six charges, in for questioning after the Reiger Park murders of two anti-gang unit constables and two women.
05:18
ANC Gauteng spokesperson Mzi Kumalo died at 54 after collapsing at home and later dying in hospital; the family plans to bury him on Saturday, with memorial arrangements still being finalised.
05:26
Rassie Erasmus recalled veteran hooker Deon Fourie for the Springboks’ Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tests against the All Blacks, while the Sharks, Sundowns and other local sides also had key fixtures lined up.