Update@Noon

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) is set to begin voting for its top six leadership positions after lunch today at its 15th National Congress in Kempton Park. This follows a chaotic start to the congress in September 2026, which collapsed due to fierce leadership factions and eligibility disputes. Out of 12 potential candidates initially selected-two for each position-only 10 remain on the ballot. One candidate declined their nomination, while another was disqualified after being submitted past the deadline. Cosatu President Zingiswa Losi confirmed that the voting process will proceed immediately after the lunch break with unanimous backing from the unions. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC News reporter Nothando Magudulela

City Power says it is intensifying efforts to dismantle an alleged organised network behind illegal electricity connections in Midrand, north of Johannesburg. This follows an operation in Kanana Informal Settlement and Klipfontein View . Teams have recovered about cables worth an estimated 500-thousand rand and two transformers valued at two-million rand. City Power spokesperson Isaac Mangena.

A total of four Betway Premiership matches will be played this evening. The top four teams -- Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates, AmaZulu and Kaizer Chiefs -- will all be in action. SAfm sports anchor Jon Gerike has more

Phala Phala impeachment inquiry chair Makashule Gana has defended the committee’s handling of Advocate Thandazani Madonsela SC’s nomination. He says he is confident the legal team will respond to issues raised in court. ALPA has joined the EFF in the High Court to challenge the committee’s rescission decision, arguing that it acted in bad faith.

With the Class of 2026 beginning their final matric examinations today, Gauteng Education MEC Lebogang Maile says the focus must be on supporting learners rather than competing for top national results. Maile was speaking during a visit to Namedi Secondary School in Diepkloof, Soweto. As the examinations run from today until the 26th of November, Maile is urging parents and stakeholders to ensure learners arrive at school on time and avoid putting them under additional pressure during this stressful period. For more on this Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC NEWS reporter, Musa Mhlongo....