Miss Universe Zimbabwe, Roseanna Hall, faces uncertainty after US travel restrictions delay her visa, jeopardizing her participation in the 2026 Miss Universe pageant.
SA braces for ongoing heatwave and high fire danger in several provinces until Friday. SAWS issues warnings. Residents urged to stay safe and hydrated.
Eskom submits a feasibility plan for a 5,200MW nuclear power expansion, with government preparing a public consultation and procurement process to boost South Africa’s energy supply.
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Limpopo police retrieved a stolen Mercedes-Benz V-Class worth R2.8 million during a cross-border operation near Tshamutumbu. Investigations and anti-crime efforts continue.
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A Gauteng police constable has been dismissed by the Labour Court after stealing R44,000 during Operation Shanela in Bronkhorstspruit. Court emphasized public trust.
A second explosion at the Mayfair substation plunged parts of Johannesburg, including hospitals and the SABC, into darkness. City Power is working on repairs.
The SACP won 271 seats and 2.38% of votes in the 2026 local elections, pressing for Tripartite Alliance changes and reconsidering automatic support for the ANC.
The US-Iran war and Strait of Hormuz shipping disruptions have been linked to Republican losses in the midterms, heightening pressure on President Trump.
| Party | Councils | Seats | Support | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L | C | |||
ANC
|
128 | 53 | 3 | 30.75% |
DA
|
32 | 12 | 1 | 24.65% |
MKP
|
20 | 2 | 791 | 9.77% |
IFP
|
19 | 5 | 487 | 4.69% |
PA
|
1 | 0 | 192 | 1.98% |
SDP
|
1 | 0 | 42 | 0.44% |
RTC
|
1 | 1 | 9 | 0.05% |
EFF
|
0 | 0 | 591 | 6.22% |
ACTIONSA
|
0 | 0 | 317 | 5.67% |
SACP
|
0 | 0 | 273 | 2.38% |
VF PLUS
|
0 | 0 | 245 | 2.99% |
ATM
|
0 | 0 | 102 | 0.98% |
OTHER
|
0 | 0 | 714 | 8.63% |
IND
|
0 | 0 | 19 | 0.51% |