Wednesday, 26 August 2026

The IEC’s 28 August, 5pm deadline for 2026 municipal candidate lists allows no grace period, with late submissions rejected even where technical problems or other difficulties arise.

My Vote Counts warned Parliament’s coalition-governance bill is being rushed with roughly 70 days before elections, risking inadequate public participation despite constitutional requirements.

Madlanga Commission testimony heard Vusimuzi Matlala describe pooling funds with Hangwani Maumela to finance medical-supply contracts, while commissioners repeatedly challenged his explanation of profits and supplier payments.

My Desk’s school bag converts into a desk and chair with solar lighting and USB charging; each unit costs about R2,000 and has reached more than 5,300 children.