RC 261006SAfmCathy Mohlahlana
Tuesday, 6 October 2026
Fuel-price shock, the Feroz Khan inquiry and a contested asylum ruling dominated the morning, while mayoral candidates faced scrutiny over Umsunduzi’s municipal crisis.
- 07:03
Petrol prices are due to rise by between R3.12 and R3.33 a litre, diesel by up to R3.24 and illuminating paraffin by R4.77, prompting taxi operators to seek government relief.
- 07:12
Former Major General Feroz Khan is expected to testify behind closed doors at the Madlanga Commission, facing questions about undeclared wealth, alleged kickbacks and links to investigations.
- 07:19
The Constitutional Court ruling has reopened asylum applications, including for people who entered without visas; advocates welcomed access, while Progressive Forces warned of pressure on communities and existing laws.
- 08:56
Six Umsunduzi mayoral candidates offered broad plans on revenue, infrastructure and services, but an independent observer said none set specific targets for debt, collection rates or cash flow.
- 07:50
A Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation discussion argued that the TRC’s unfinished work includes prosecutions, reparations, reopening the victims’ list and confronting apartheid’s wider legacy.