Latest news in South Africa? September 17th, 2026

Security & Crime: Ekurhuleni Murders Investigation Police in Gauteng recovered the body of a ninth woman in the Ekurhuleni municipality, raising widespread public alarm over a potential serial killer. Law enforcement stepped up operations and roadblocks across areas like Kempton Park and Dawn Park. Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi declared that authorities are aggressively pursuing leads, committing significant state resources to track down those responsible.

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Economy & Fuel Concerns South African markets faced pressure following the US Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate hike, which raised expectations that the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) might implement a 25-basis-point hike at its upcoming policy meeting. Concurrently, motorists and transport operators are bracing for steep fuel price hikes forecasted for October, driven by surging international oil prices.

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Diplomacy & Trade Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola reaffirmed South Africa’s firm stance on domestic transformation policies, including affirmative action and land reform frameworks, amid diplomatic and trade frictions with the United States regarding policy compliance.