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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana lowers the 2026 growth forecast from 1.6% to 1.2%, outlines fiscal reforms and announces fuel relief.
In Bronkhorstspruit, hundreds have fallen ill after contaminated water was supplied. A water expert raises questions about potential municipal liability. At Rhodes University, more than 100 students report stomach-related illness as water tests begin.
Experts Paul Berkowitz and Harlan Cloete question weak local accountability and whether municipal funding meets service-delivery needs.
The inquiry reserves judgment on whether intelligence official Ntandazo Sifolo may give evidence behind closed doors.Storm damage to Regina Mundi Church and a nearby Soweto school sharpens attention on El Niño preparations and climate resilience.
A 65-year-old woman dies in a shark attack at Orient Beach, with nearby beaches closed.
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Proteas v Australia: Marco Jansen takes five wickets as South Africa enforces the follow-on in Gqeberha, following Temba Bavuma’s 179.
Champions League: PSG beat Barcelona; Liverpool edge Villarreal; Manchester City win. Arsenal prepare to face Bayern Munich.
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