What are the latest news in South Africa? September 1st, 2026
- South African motorists face sharp fuel price increases on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. Petrol will rise by R1.34 per litre, and diesel will jump by between R2.94 and R3.15 per litre due to high international petroleum prices and an increased slate levy. www.carmag.co.za
- Economic data indicates 1,601 businesses were liquidated in the first seven months of 2026. Although this is a year-on-year decrease, a recent spike in insolvencies shows continued financial pressure on the business sector. businesstech.co.za
- The South African Police Service recently reported spending R306 million to manage the June 30 national shutdown protests led by the anti-illegal-immigration group March and March. Immigrant communities in Johannesburg are preparing for further protests scheduled for September 30. businesstech.co.za+ 1
- Political campaigning is accelerating ahead of the South African municipal elections scheduled for November 2026, with major parties trading public criticism. Wikipedia
- The trial for Thabo Bester’s high-profile prison escape has been officially scheduled for April 2027. groundup.org.za
- In rugby, the Springboks recently defeated the All Blacks 33-26 in a match hosted in Cape Town. The Citizen