Monday, 9 November 2026

Nine foreign nationals arrested at OR Tambo International Airport and a Bruma hotel face court over an alleged plan to join the Russia-Ukraine war, the Hawks say.

The Madlanga Commission will proceed with Matlala's testimony, rejecting his lawyers' submissions to challenge an earlier ruling in court first; his team also raised security concerns.

At least 14 of Mpumalanga's 17 municipalities are hung, and the provincial MEC says councils must be constituted within 14 days under issued guidelines.

The South African Human Rights Commission has taken Cape Town to the High Court over a land auction, seeking interim relief and a review of the city's decision on 49 properties.

Governance expert argues coalitions have a strong record and the failures lie with parties and leaders, not the system, so negotiations should start early and rest on clear principles.