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The Madlanga Commission welcomes Suliman Carrim’s arrest at OR Tambo International Airport, after he allegedly failed to appear under subpoena and repeatedly failed to submit required information and documents. The Commission laid criminal charges against him on 19 August, following his failure to testify on 14 August 2026. Jeremy Michaels speaks on behalf of The Madlanga Commission

Police in Mpumalanga have arrested a 59-year-old man and a 58-year-old woman for alleged kidnapping and operating an unregistered rehabilitation centre in Waterval B, Siyabuswa. Police say approximately 200 people were allegedly kept at the premises, with 14 taken for medical treatment during an operation on Thursday. The suspects face additional charges relating to health and safety violations. They are expected to appear in the Mdutjana Magistrate’s Court on Monday. Police say further arrests are possible as investigations continue. Brigadier Donald Mdhluli

Eskom is warning political parties, candidates and campaign teams against placing election posters on electricity infrastructure ahead of the November local government elections. The power utility says attaching posters to electricity poles, transformers and substations poses serious safety risks, including electric shocks, severe burns and death. Eskom urges all election stakeholders to use authorised advertising structures and warns that unauthorised material may be removed to protect public safety and critical infrastructure.

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has welcomed the lifting of National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola’s precautionary suspension following the withdrawal of charges against him. Cachalia has also thanked Lieutenant-General Puleng Dimpane for her leadership while serving as acting commissioner. He says Masemola’s return provides an opportunity for the police service to focus on operational priorities, professionalism and accountability under the Police Reset Agenda. Ministry Spokesperson, Kamogelo Mogotsi

City Power says electricity supply from the Central Substation is expected to be restored by Tuesday, 20 October, following an explosion during restoration efforts. The incident affected Carlton Centre, Standard Bank, Selby, Marshalltown, and City and Suburban. The power utility says emergency services have cleared technical teams to return to the site. City Power is installing equipment and cabling before conducting safety tests. The cause of the explosion is under investigation. Isaac Mangena is General Manager, Department of Public Relations and Communication