Stay informed with News Bite, eNCA’s fast daily briefing on the stories shaping South Africa and the world. Nine women have now been found dead across Ekurhuleni in two months. The latest victim was discovered in Dawn Park, Boksburg, as police intensified a multidisciplinary investigation. Residents say they are afraid. Police are also examining whether a man arrested over the 15 July murder of a woman near the R21 could be linked to other cases.
At the Madlanga Commission, Correctional Services Commissioner Makgothi Thobakgale described how bribery, extortion and prison gangs help criminal networks operate beyond prison walls.In Cape Town, the Western Cape E-Hailing Association wants urgent intervention after Uber closed its waiting area at Cape Town International Airport. Drivers say they are now forced to wait for ride requests in unsafe areas.In Durban, refugees and asylum seekers are divided over a government relocation offer. Home Affairs says 274 people accepted transfer to the Lindela Repatriation Centre, while others chose to remain at Stella Park.
WORLD & BUSINESS
Donald Trump attacked the US Federal Reserve after another interest-rate increase, while investors turned their attention to decisions from the Bank of England and Bank of Japan. Makwe Masilela explains what the global rate outlook could mean for South African markets.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed a proposal for Canada to become the European Union’s first associate member as Ottawa seeks deeper ties beyond the United States.Buckingham Palace has rejected a claim in Earl Spencer’s forthcoming book about comments allegedly made by then-Prince Charles after Princess Diana’s death.
SPORT
New Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane has named his squad for AFCON qualifiers against Guinea and Eritrea, while Manchester United crashed out of the League Cup after surrendering a 2-0 lead against Brighton.
And Tatjana Smith is returning to competitive swimming, with the Olympic champion set to race at the South African Short Course Championships in Pietermaritzburg.
That is your News Bite for 17 September 2026. For updates, visit enca.com or watch eNCA on DStv Channel 403.Chapter List