Stories from South Africa

Reports indicate that 73% of municipalities in South Africa regarded as water service authorities are failing in their duties. The figure was noted in relation to Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) reports.

Bellamine Mugabe pleaded guilty to lesser charges involving pointing a firearm, according to reports.

Siwelele FC leads Kaiser Chiefs by one goal to nil in a match held in Bloemfontein. Potsane scored the goal after Peterson parried a shot into his path. The goal was described as being scored from a tight angle.

TX Galaxy chairman Tim Soukazi announced the decision to part ways with coach Adnan Beganovic following a 10-match winless streak in the Betway Premiership. Beganovic had served at the club for over three years.

Bunga Hinza admitted during cross-examination at a special sitting of the Transkei High Court that he was not assaulted to confess.

Hawks in the Western Cape have arrested two suspects in connection with a fraud scheme estimated to exceed 25 million rand. The investigation into the alleged fraud is ongoing.

The ANC regional conference is expected to begin tomorrow in Christiana in the Northwest province. Secretary General Fikile Mbalula issued a final verification report allowing the conference to proceed.

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake occurred approximately 1,522 km southeast of East London, South Africa. No immediate damage or casualties were reported in the initial alert.

Parliament is currently starting the process to appoint a small business ombudsman. The move follows previous discussions regarding the necessity of the role. Members of Parliament are reportedly attempting to interview Shorkeen as part of the proceedings.

The South African Competition Commission has concluded an impact study regarding employee share ownership plans. Chief Economist James Hodge discussed the findings of the comprehensive report on the program.