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The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is heading back to the Western Cape High court, seeking a second containment order againts land invasion at Knoflokskraal in the Western Cape. Minister Dean Macpherson says, they are approaching the courts following an increase in the number of dwellings in the six state farms, despite a containment order filed in 2021. Macpherson was addressing the media in Parliament today, about the progress made to protect state owned property. Yamkela Mtshiyo reports...

Informal settlement dwellers of Willowvale in the Eastern Cape, say they live in fear after sporadic killing incidents in and around the town. They allege that criminals do as they wish, and that people are killed and no arrests are made. In the recent mass shooting incident last week, five people between the ages of 17 and 22 were gunned down inside a flat. Our reporter Nkululeko Nyembezi filed this report.

The North West province has recorded a number of independent candidates to contest the upcoming local government elections. About 60 independent candidates hope to secure votes from registered voters across the province. Some of these aspiring councillors say they plan to address residents' concerns if elected. SABC News Reporter, Simthandile Ntobela, has more ....  

Human Rights Watch is calling on Senegal to end its crackdown on LGBT people, warning that the country's laws raise questions about its compliance with the Olympic Charter ahead of hosting the Youth Olympic Games. In March, Senegal passed legislation doubling the maximum prison sentence for same-sex relations to ten years. In August, 71 men were referred for trial on charges of so-called "acts against nature", a term used to describe same-sex relations.
Senegal is due to make history later this month when it becomes the first African country to host an Olympic sporting event, welcoming around 2,700 young athletes for the Youth Olympic Games.

This Monday, SAfm anchor Sakina Kamwendo once again spoke to FNB's Investment Analyst Motheo Tlhagale, for the latest market update.

The ANC says it is not seeking any indulgence or special treatment from the court, but simply asks that its compliance be assessed in accordance with the law. The party seeks to appeal the Electoral Court's decision, which ruled in favour of the IEC to bar the 181 councillors. The ANC failed to submit 181 candidates for six municipalities before the IEC's 5pm deadline on 28 August. Adv Daniel Burger SC presents arguments for the ANC before the Constitutional Court in the party's candidate-list dispute with the IEC....

The SATNAC 2026 conference held under the theme "AI as the Last Mile: Building the Sustainable Digital Enterprise"aims to bridge the gap between advanced technology, infrastructure, and real-world African sustainability. Since 1997, SATNAC has provided a platform for industry experts to exchange knowledge, researchers to present and publish their work, and students and young professionals to engage with the technologies and practitioners shaping the sector. Its distinctive value lies in connecting academic research with real-world industry applications, while enabling established leaders and emerging talent to contribute to the same conversation. Dr. Adriana Marais is a prominent South African theoretical physicist, technologist, and advocate for off-world exploration. She is currently a featured figure at the Southern Africa Telecommunications Networks and Applications Conference (SATNAC 2026). The event highlights innovators like Dr. Marais who operate at the convergence of deep-tech innovation, quantum technologies, and sustainable development. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Dr. Adriana Marais is a prominent South African theoretical physicist, technologist, and advocate for off-world exploration.

The Southern Africa Telecommunications Networks and Applications Conference (SATNAC) 2026 is underway at Champagne Sports Resort in the Central Drakensberg near Winterton, KwaZulu-Natal. The conference, held under the theme "AI as the Last Mile: Building the Sustainable Digital Enterprise," the conference will bring together leaders from telecommunications, technology, academia, research, government and the broader innovation ecosystem to examine how artificial intelligence can move beyond experimentation and pilot projects to deliver practical, sustainable value for businesses, institutions, communities and society. To tell us more Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Telkom SA Group Executive: Innovation & Transformation, Telkom SA and SATNAC Chairperson, Dr. Mmaki Jantjies

It is all systems go for COSATU's 15th National Congress, which is underway at Emperors Palace in Kempton Park. The congress reconvenes today and expected to run until the 15th of October, following a leadership dispute that disrupted proceedings last month. Delegates are expected to resolve the impasse and elect new leadership. The gathering will also consider key priorities for the labour federation and its role in addressing workers' concerns. For more on this Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC News senior reporter Ntebo Mokobo 

The Department of Basic Education says it is ready for the 2026 matric examinations, with thousands of candidates expected to sit for their National Senior Certificate exams across the country. Briefing the media in Pretoria on Sunday, Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube says examination papers have been set, schools assessed for readiness and learners prepared through rigorous assessments and additional academic support. The department is targeting stronger monitoring to prevent irregularities, while also calling on communities to ensure learners have a conducive environment to write. Musa Mhlongo reports…