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The public protector has found no irregularities in the appointment of Leonard Lekgetho as COO of the Special Investigating Unit.

Malema, Hill-Lewis, Mashaba among those at the debate.

With only a month left before South Africans head to the polls to cast their ballot on November 4, Arena Holdings brings you the City of Joburg mayoral debate.

Trade surplus with Africa shrinks, while the balance with the Americas turns positive.

Bruce calls the essay "astonishing" and "self-serving," arguing that it reframes Mbeki's loss of leadership as the work of scheming saboteurs rather than internal ANC opposition to his leadership style. Link in comments.

As SA heads towards the 2026 Local Government Elections, the big question is: How will you choose? Here’s what to expect at The Political Arena’s election series, a public dialogue in partnership with Wits University, bringing together political parties and voters for a conversation about the future of the City of Joburg. Meet the political leaders who will be part of the conversation — see the poster for the full line-up. Seats are limited, so don’t miss out. RSVP now to secure your seat: https://bit.ly/4rcj5QK

Argument in a report by the former president’s foundation ignores the real issues, argues Anthony Butler. Link in comments.

After paying for transport and electricity, a minimum-wage worker is left with R1,799.19 for the entire month. Spent only on food, that works out to R449.79 per person, well below the national food poverty line of R868. The gap, researchers say, is widening household health and nutrition risks. Link in comments.

It's an unprecedented third démarche for a US ambassador in under a year. Bozell was called in after telling business representatives that BEE and farm murders remain sticking points for Washington, remarks that followed similar comments made to Business Day the week before. Link in comments.