Western Cape taxi fares will increase
Minibus taxi fares are to rise in the Western Cape, according to reports EWN. Cash-strapped commuters are expressing their frustration over the pressure imposed by the increase in fares ranging from Rs 2 to Rs 5 per local journey. Long-distance journeys between Cape Town and the Eastern Cape will increase by R150. Taxi unions announced the fare hike, citing rising operating costs, particularly rising fuel prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East. Commuters said they are very worried about what impact this increase will have on their already strained finances.
Top policeman suspended in evidence tampering case will have to appear in court
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Suspended police sergeant Fanny Nkosi to appear in Thohoyandou Magistrate's Court, reports SABC news. The Pretoria North Magistrate's Court last month refused Nkosi bail after he was charged with illegal possession of explosives, theft and miscarriages of justice. National police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe said Nkosi allegedly tampered with evidence in a 2022 case involving dagga, unlicensed firearms and explosives. Mathe says Nkosi will face charges of obstructing and defeating the course of justice.
Ramaphosa extends investigation into TRC cases until December 2026
According to reports, President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended the mandate of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Inquiry into matters until December 2026. EWN. The Commission is investigating the reasons why perpetrators of apartheid-era crimes who were not granted amnesty by the TRC were not prosecuted. It was originally set to expire in May 2025 with a deadline of six months. The investigation has been delayed due to legal challenges, retraction applications and lack of cooperation from some state institutions. Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said the commission will now have to submit its final report by 18 December 2026 while the hearings continue.