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Seven women have been found dead across Ekurhuleni since July, with five bodies discovered in recent days. Police have not declared the cases the work of a serial killer, but say several victims were found in various stages of undress, raising concerns about possible sexual assault.
GBV activist Sihle Sibisi and women runners are demanding action, while SAPS says it is investigating whether one person, several perpetrators or copycat crimes may be involved.
The VBS Mutual Bank case could only begin in earnest in 2027. Former ANC Limpopo treasurer Danny Msiza and 12 co-accused have returned to the High Court in Pretoria as the State awaits a Supreme Court of Appeal ruling on the separation of trials.
At the Madlanga Commission, JMPD internal affairs head Superintendent Elmarie de Beer has faced questions about disciplinary decisions as the inquiry examines alleged criminal infiltration of the metro police department.
The Electoral Court is hearing the ANC’s challenge against the IEC after candidate lists were not successfully submitted in six councils.
The ANC blames the digital system, while the IEC says there was no technical glitch.Donald Trump has dismissed warnings about artificial intelligence as a hoax while the US Congress considers stronger safeguards.
Vice President JD Vance says AI carries risks and benefits, but warns that regulation pushed by major technology companies could be a “Trojan horse”.
The US Space Force says it has deployed weapons into orbit for the first time, prompting China to accuse Washington of preparing for war in space.
Also making news, an ice storm and heavy hail disrupted travel around Durban, and Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has apologised after swearing during an Eastern Cape community meeting.
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The Springboks turn from their Greatest Rivalry series victory over the All Blacks to Australia in Perth. Damian Willemse says the squad is growing in confidence. Proteas Women lead Zimbabwe 2-0 in their maiden T20 series, with Anneke Bosch saying the contest could build a new African rivalry.
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