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Pretoria’s Telkom Towers could cost up to R2.2 billion to redevelop after the SAPS complex was evacuated over health and safety concerns. Police are spending nearly R40 million a month on alternative rentals, while the empty buildings continue to generate upkeep costs. Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson says accountability is central to the forensic investigation into the purchase.
Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina is facing criticism after exchanging profanities with a community member during a pump-station launch in Kouga.
Escaped prisoner Edward Khomotso Madiba has been rearrested after fleeing Rooigrond Maximum Correctional Centre. Correctional Services says it is investigating a possible inside job.
Former Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula missed court after being booked off sick during her corruption and money-laundering trial. She has pleaded not guilty.
On World Suicide Prevention Day, the Federation for Mental Health is urging South Africa to change how it speaks to and supports boys and men, who account for the majority of recorded suicides.
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Tension returned to Durban as undocumented migrants faced another unofficial deadline to leave, while civil-society groups called for temporary shelter and reintegration.
Brent crude trading above $100 a barrel is adding inflation pressure and uncertainty to South Africa’s interest-rate outlook.
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Coco Gauff saved two match points to reach the US Open semi-finals against incoming world number one Elena Rybakina.
Alexander Zverev will face Karen Khachanov in the men’s semi-finals.
Jordan Hermann became the fifth South African to score an ODI century on debut, making 150 as the Proteas beat Namibia by 99 runs.
Eben Etzebeth is set to earn Test cap 146 as the Springboks take a 2-1 series lead into the final clash with the All Blacks in Baltimore.
That is your News Bite for 10 September 2026.
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