RC 260917SAfmElvis Presslin
Thursday, 17 September 2026
The episode was dominated by the ANC’s failed bid to restore 181 municipal candidates, alongside scrutiny of a major Cartrack data breach and Cosatu’s postponed congress.
- 05:07
The Electoral Court rejected the ANC’s appeal to reinstate 181 municipal candidates across six municipalities after the party missed the 28 August submission deadline, citing a technical glitch.
- 05:56
A constitutional law expert said the ANC faces a difficult appeal because IEC logs reportedly showed no system downtime, while electoral timelines leave little room before the 4 November polls.
- 05:45
The Information Regulator confirmed Cartrack reported an August ransomware attack potentially affecting more than two million subscribers, with names, contact details, bank information and vehicle data possibly exposed.
- 05:51
Cosatu adjourned its national congress for up to 30 days after disputes over quorum, affiliate credentials and leadership eligibility; organisers hope to reconvene with a more united federation.
- 05:17
Tshwane rejected claims that fire engines were repossessed over unpaid bills, saying vehicles were being repaired while the city awaited 14 support vehicles and had received 15 firefighting bush buggies.