Stay informed with News Bite, your daily update on the stories shaping South Africa and the world. Gareth Edwards takes you through the headlines for Monday, 12 October 2026.
Former police lieutenant-general Shadrack Sibiya has resigned from SAPS after disciplinary proceedings began. He faces six criminal charges, including allegations of rape, sexual grooming, human trafficking and negligent handling of a firearm.
There is a development in the murder investigation involving Elizabeth “Tsontso” Moselakgomo. A suspect has been arrested in connection with property believed to belong to the 38-year-old, who was murdered in Kempton Park on 12 September. Investigations continue.
Former president and MK Party leader Jacob Zuma remains in hospital in Pietermaritzburg. Questions remain about whether he will attend the party’s manifesto launch in Mbombela. MK Party MP Mzwanele Manyi says Zuma will continue leading the party through the municipal elections.
The Eastern Cape now records the highest number of police officers accused of rape and gender-based violence. IPID recorded more than 5,000 police misconduct cases during the past financial year, including 116 allegations of rape by officers.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy says the department is addressing the misuse of driving licences and Traffic Register Numbers as identification documents. Around 300,000 inactive Traffic Register Numbers have already been blocked.
Internationally, Pope Leo XIV is preparing for surgery to remove a lung nodule detected at an early stage. The procedure is expected to take place in Rome.
Oil prices have fallen, and many stock markets have risen after US President Donald Trump announced what he called an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. The announcement has not been confirmed by Moscow.
SPORTS
Max Verstappen wins the Singapore Grand Prix, ahead of Charles Leclerc and Kimi Antonelli. Manchester City beat Liverpool 3–0 at Anfield.
In cricket, Australia remain in control of the first Test against South Africa at Kingsmead, stretching their lead to 139 runs by stumps on day three.
For more developments, visit eNCA.com or watch DStv Channel 403.