Category BreakingNews

Daily Maverick

The ANC in KwaZulu-Natal announced its 67-member provincial task team, led by Jeff Radebe as convenor, to guide the province into the 2026 local government elections. The team includes members from various party factions, with Mike Mabuyakhulu as coordinator and Nomusa Dube as deputy. Nomagugu Simelane serves as the provincial fundraiser.

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My Broadband

Old Mutual executives warn IT staff of possible retrenchments, denying reports of mass layoffs. Chief information officer and chief technology officer say impacted staff will engage in consultation process. Retrenchments part of company’s efforts to optimize and transform for future growth. Source cites IT blunders costing billions as reason for job cuts.

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Daily Maverick

South African soldiers injured in clashes with M23 rebels in DRC have returned for medical care. SANDF repatriated critically wounded soldiers, with the rest to follow. 14 fallen soldiers were also brought back. Remaining soldiers, trapped by M23, await their fate. They were part of UN peacekeeping missions in the region.

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Daily Maverick

Elon Musk’s request for US government workers to justify their jobs caused divisions in Trump’s administration. Some agencies set a deadline for responses, while others ignored him. Musk’s directive to civil service workers to provide a summary raised questions about his authority in the government. Trump supported Musk’s move, calling it “great” and praising the “genius” behind it.

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BusinessTech

Criminals in South Africa are targeting gate motors and outdoor security beams, with Pretoria experiencing a notable increase in thefts. Thieves disable security systems by stealing outdoor beams, making future break-ins easier. Gate motors are also popular targets for resale. Criminals exploit homeowners’ lack of activation and poorly maintained perimeter security to avoid detection.

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The South African

A viral tweet allegedly from Elon Musk criticizes Eskom’s load shedding in South Africa, questioning missing funds and calling load shedding a “business model.” Musk has previously accused South Africa of racial discrimination and claimed a “genocide of white people.” The authenticity of the tweet remains uncertain.

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The Mail & Guardian

Opposition parties criticize Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s State of the Province address, calling it lacking substance and full of empty promises. Democratic Alliance and Economic Freedom Fighters leaders accuse Lesufi of failing to provide clear plans to address crime, services, and other issues in Gauteng. Lesufi highlighted 13 key issues needing urgent attention but faces criticism for unfulfilled commitments.

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TimesLIVE

Thousands of spaza shop registration applications in eThekwini are pending due to unverified owners. Mayor Cyril Xaba reported only 1,402 out of 5,500 applications approved. Challenges include unreachable phone numbers and mismatched addresses. The deadline for compliance with food safety regulations is Friday, urging owners to register promptly.

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The South African

A Spotted Eagle Owl was brutally killed on the Sea Point Promenade by a homeless man with a stick, witnessed by horrified onlookers. The violent act was captured on video, leading to the perpetrator’s apprehension. Chief Inspector Jaco Pieterse swiftly gathered evidence, including witness affidavits and video footage. The owl’s remains were sent for a post-mortem, revealing the severity of the attack.

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Business Insider Africa

Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote’s wealth skyrockets to $23.9 billion, making him Africa’s richest person and 86th globally. His fortune nearly doubled in a year, driven by his stake in Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals.

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