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PRESIDENTIAL PLEDGE: Ramaphosa vows action against perpetrators of xenophobic violence 26th August 2026
President Cyril Ramaphosa pledges action against those who attack migrants, outlines diplomatic engagement with African leaders and calls for continental dialogue on migration and its root causes.
‘BROKEN SYSTEM’: SRD grant battle reaches Supreme Court of Appeal as state challenges historic judgment 26th August 2026
The Institute for Economic Justice (IEJ) and #PayTheGrants, represented by the Socio-Economic Rights Institute, highlighted a ‘broken’ system characterised by a 33% database error rate (wrongful exclusion) and a 99% appeal rejection rate. They argued that these metrics serve as a ‘massive red flag’ indicating systemic failure.
UNCOOPERATIVE GOVERNANCE: Nelson Mandela Bay opposition accuses coalition of U-turn on R23bn UIFWE write-off 26th August 2026
Opposition parties accuse Nelson Mandela Bay’s ruling coalition of hypocrisy after National Treasury forced it to backtrack on a R23-billion UIFWE write-off.
A DREAM COME TRUE: Soweto pensioner (97) finally gets RDP home after Daily Maverick report 26th August 2026
After decades of broken promises, 97-year-old Emily Mohapi has moved into her RDP home, with government officials handing her the keys last week.
MADLANGA COMMISSION: Matlala’s ties to tenderpreneur opens new Tembisa Hospital procurement trail 26th August 2026
Organised crime-accused Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala’s ties to Hangwani Morgan Maumela have come under scrutiny at the Madlanga Commission, while Matlala also appeared to be a conduit for payments between Maumela and the late alleged ‘Big Five’ boss Jothan Msibi.
PARLIAMENT: Gayton McKenzie lashes out at Safa and demands R30m repayment 25th August 2026
A heated parliamentary session saw Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie demand a R30m refund from Safa, as evasive officials faced scrutiny over VAR delays, administrative errors and coaching salaries.
ELLIS PARK THRILLER: Seven-try All Blacks survive Lions scare to remain unbeaten on tour 25th August 2026
The All Blacks secured a come-from-behind 41-35 (17-21) win over the Lions at Ellis Park to complete their club fixtures unbeaten in the Greatest Rivalry series.
SWEET SUCCESS: Gqeberha ice cream startup eyes major supermarket deal ahead of R1m pitch 25th August 2026
Gqeberha ice cream maker Thando Volontiya caught Shoprite Checkers’ eye after his GQ Creamery ice cream generated a buzz on social media. On Thursday, he’ll pitch for a R1m prize in the Standard Bank Kasi SME National Pitch Challenge.

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