Tuesday, 18 August 2026

Matlala’s testimony at the Madlanga Commission, the electricity-price backlash, and trade and labour updates dominated a news-heavy morning on SAfm.

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05:41
Vusimuzi Kat Matlala ended his first day at the Madlanga Commission by claiming self-incrimination on the SAPS Medicare 24 tender, saying a related criminal case is pending.
05:44
Matlala also denied knowing Senzo Mchunu and repeated an allegation that Mchunu wanted crime intelligence head Dumisani Kumalo replaced by suspended major general Feroz Khan.
05:06
Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said a new electricity pricing policy is being finalised, after prices reportedly rose 987% between 2007 and 2023.
05:12
Sugar workers across South Africa went on strike after wage talks collapsed; FAWU is demanding 13% plus benefits, while employers are offering 5.4% and a tariff-linked 0.5%.
05:55
South Africa’s AGOA extension to the end of 2028 could still be vetoed by Donald Trump, but economists warned that losing it could trigger a 15.5% tariff on some exports.