The Madlanga Commission resumes today with more revelations expected after testimony exposed how Ekurhuleni outsourced law enforcement duties to businessman Vusi “Cat” Matlala’s private security company.
A White House source has confirmed that neither President Donald Trump nor Vice President JD Vance will attend the G20 Leaders Summit 2025 in Johannesburg, affirming Washington’s full boycott of the event.
South Africa weather forecast: 11 November 2025 – Thunderstorms with flooding risks in western regions, showers expected in Gauteng and North West.
The Madlanga Commission has viewed CCTV footage allegedly showing EMPD chief Julius Mkhwanazi at the scene of an illegal copper theft operation in Meyerton, which investigators say took place outside the department’s jurisdiction.
Women across South Africa are mobilising for a national shutdown ahead of the G20 Summit, demanding that the government declare gender-based violence and femicide a national disaster.
Preliminary Basic Fuel Price (BFP) data suggests petrol prices in December 2025 may stabilise following November’s reduction, though diesel could face upward pressure due to global supply concerns.
The Ad Hoc committee investigating criminal infiltration, corruption, and political interference in South Africa’s justice system meets today to review its interim report and discuss its next steps.
The Madlanga Commission resumes today, continuing its probe into allegations of corruption and misconduct within the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department following shocking testimony about illegal blue-light operations.
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today as the High Court in Pretoria prepares to rule on whether the State may question accused number one, Muzi Sibiya, about a confession allegedly made by co-accused Bongani Ntanzi.
South Africa weather forecast: 10 November 2025 – Widespread showers across Gauteng, Free State and North West, with clearer skies along the coast.
Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has addressed the public after handing over his electronic devices to police investigating allegations of corruption and interference in politically linked murder probes.
South Africa weather forecast: 8 November 2025 – Storms for Northern Cape, heatwave alerts for Western Cape, and mixed weather across the interior.
Elon Musk has made history once again after Tesla shareholders approved a record-breaking $1 trillion compensation package for the CEO, marking the largest payout ever granted to a corporate leader.
Former Public Enterprises Minister Malusi Gigaba is expected to appear before the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court today in connection with corruption linked to Transnet’s state capture-era contracts.
The Madlanga Commission is set to resume today, following revelations about alleged links between EMPD’s Julius Mkhwanazi and businessman Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala’s blue-light scheme.
South Africa weather forecast: 7 November 2025 – Inland provinces brace for storms while heatwave warnings continue for parts of the Western Cape.
Eskom has announced that its prepaid electricity vending system will go offline for maintenance on Thursday evening, leaving customers unable to buy electricity for at least eight hours.
Andrea Johnson, the head of South Africa’s Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), appeared before Parliament on Thursday, revealing how her office is navigating deep-rooted corruption within the police ministry.
Angelo Agrizzi has received a 10-year suspended sentence after entering a plea deal with the state over his role in the Bosasa corruption scandal.
John Hlophe has been suspended from his roles as deputy president and caucus leader of the MK Party after Jacob Zuma accused him of making unauthorised decisions in Parliament.
Tiffany Meek, accused of murdering her 11-year-old son Jayden-Lee, is set to appear at the Roodepoort Magistrates’ Court on Thursday for the finalisation of the indictment ahead of her case being transferred to the High Court in Johannesburg.
The Madlanga Commission resumes on Thursday after Crime Intelligence head Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo concluded Part 2 of his testimony, which focused on the corruption case he claims was retaliation for exposing cartel activity.
The FlySafair wage dispute has escalated after the South African Cabin Crew Association accused the airline of introducing new clauses — including a “lunch-hour sacrifice” — at the last minute before signing a wage agreement.
Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo returns to the Madlanga Commission today, where he will continue his testimony on corruption within the police service, after linking senior SAPS officials to criminal networks.
South Africa weather forecast: 5 November 2025 – Thunderstorms in northeastern provinces, coastal winds in the southwest, and fire risk in Northern Cape.
Petrol prices in South Africa dropped in November 2025, with 95 unleaded decreasing by 51 cents per litre, bringing some relief to motorists nationwide.
FlySafair has assured passengers that its cabin crew strike will not affect flight schedules, even as wage talks with the South African Cabin Crew Association (SACCA) remain at a deadlock.
The Madlanga Commission resumes hearings on Tuesday after explosive testimony from Hawks officials raised new questions about interference in the arrest of alleged criminal kingpin Katiso “KT” Molefe.
South Africa weather forecast: 4 November 2025 – Showers in central regions, heat discomfort in KZN, and high fire danger in parts of the Northern Cape.
Fuel prices will decrease from Wednesday, 5 November 2025, with petrol down 51c per litre and diesel also cheaper due to stronger rand and lower global prices.
