South Africa Today — 2026-08-08
The day’s news across South Africa, pulled from the main sources and cross-checked. Stories covered by multiple outlets are marked CONFIRMED — that’s the truth signal. Every item links to the original source.
ANC to announce mayoral candidates a week before manifesto launch
The price of South Africa’s foreign policy battle
Draft tax law changes could affect donations, VAT, medical tax credits and SARS refunds
KZN woman embroiled in a legal battle over refund after new Audi developed faults within six months
Fikile Mbalula threatens legal action against Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma over money distribution claims
Weekend weather: Cold front to bring heavy rain, strong winds and snow across SA
Weather Hooligan on what SA can expect from El Niño
‘Someone knows who pulled the trigger’: Acting police chief pleads for help after two officers killed in Reiger Park
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