RC 260928SAfmCathy Mohlahlana
Monday, 28 September 2026
Mass shootings dominated the briefing, alongside a police manhunt, medical-aid affordability concerns and a detailed test of Matlosana mayoral hopefuls.
- 07:30
The Wedela tavern shooting death toll rose to 18, with police pursuing eight suspects and investigating robbery, possible illegal-mining links, attempted murder and property-damage charges.
- 06:10
President Cyril Ramaphosa ordered law-enforcement agencies to work around the clock after mass shootings killed at least 27 people across Gauteng and the Western Cape.
- 06:51
The Council for Medical Schemes set 3.8% as an affordability anchor for 2027 contributions, while higher increases must be supported by scheme-specific evidence and business plans.
- 07:48
Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busisiwe Mavuso said reforms are removing structural barriers, citing a year without load shedding and plans for the first private freight train in 2027.
- 08:30
Matlosana mayoral hopefuls faced questions on coalition instability, procurement oversight and first-100-day priorities; an observer said several answers lacked measurable plans and operational detail.