Harry Kane extended his international tally to 89 goals and Bukayo Saka scored twice as Thomas Tuchel’s ruthless England side recorded a statement 7-0 Nations League victory behind closed doors.

Eben Etzebeth, Vincent Koch, and Player of the Match Edwill van der Merwe led from the front as the Sharks deployed maximum Springbok firepower to secure a 26-15 bonus-point victory over Leinster.

In the news today, the eThekwini Municipality has lost its appeal against a court order over raw sewage spills. Meanwhile, South Africa’s diabetes crisis is putting renewed focus on the need for a national strategy to prevent and manage the disease. Furthermore, concerns have been raised over the lack of prosecution of government officials following arrests linked to alleged corruption and fraud. eThekwini loses appeal over raw sewage spills Raw sewage flowing into the canal in Durban on 5 June 2023. Picture: Gallo Images/Darren Stewart The eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality has lost its appeal against a high court order requiring it to comply with legally binding directives to address untreated sewage leaks, publish weekly E. coli readings for the city’s swimming beaches, and develop an action plan to address failing wastewater treatment plants. A full bench of the Pietermaritzburg High Court ruled on 30 September that eThekwini had no reasonable prospects of success in its appeal against the December judgment. CONTINUE READING: eThekwini loses appeal over raw sewage spills 79 deaths a day: South Africa’s diabetes crisis needs a new strategy Health workers in a NHLS Mobile Testing Lab during intensified testing and screening in Alexandra on 27 April 2020. Picture: Gallo Images/ Dino Lloyd Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) recently released its report on deaths that occurred in 2024. The headline findings contain a sobering, recurring truth: diabetes was once again the country’s leading underlying natural cause of death. In 2024 alone, 28,767 people died from complications caused by diabetes, accounting for 6.1% of all deaths nationwide. That is an average of nearly 79 deaths every day. CONTINUE READING: 79 deaths a day: South Africa’s diabetes crisis needs a new strategy ‘Arrests but no accountability’: Concerns raised over prosecution of government officials Picture: iStock Dozens of senior officials in Limpopo, including mayors, municipal managers and chief financial officers, as well as prominent tenderpreneurs, have been arrested on allegations of fraud, corruption, malfeasance and money laundering, but most have not been convicted. This has irked many in the province, including opposition parties. The DA this week released a statement expressing displeasure over the arrest of a number of senior government officials in Limpopo by law enforcement agencies, with few or no convictions in court. CONTINUE READING: ‘Arrests but no accountability’: Concerns raised over lack of prosecution of government officials Electoral Court questions Operation Dudula’s preparedness as party loses late candidate list bid A voting station is seen at the Berario Recreation Centre in Randburg. Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen Operation Dudula has lost its bid to secure additional time to submit its candidate lists to the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) ahead of the 2026 local government elections. The Electoral Court dismissed a review application brought by the anti-migrant movement-turned-political party, which had challenged the IEC’s refusal to grant it an more time to complete its submissions. The court’s judgment was publicly released on Friday, 2 October 2026. CONTINUE READING: Electoral Court questions Operation Dudula’s preparedness as party loses late candidate list bid Feroz Khan to give evidence privately before Madlanga commission Retired judge Mbuyiseli Madlanga at Brigitte Mabandla Judicial College in Pretoria on 28 August 2026. Picture: Gallo Images/Frennie Shivambu Former Crime Intelligence deputy head Feroz Khan is set to appear before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry next week, with portions of his evidence to be heard behind closed doors. The commission’s chairperson Mbuyiseli Madlanga made the decision in a ruling delivered on Friday, 2 October 2026. Khan is scheduled to be questioned on Tuesday, 6 October, with only the commissioners, evidence leaders and members of his legal team allowed to attend the proceedings. CONTINUE READING: Feroz Khan to give evidence privately before Madlanga commission Yesterday’s News recap READ HERE: In case you missed it: Record fuel price looms | Sibiya threatens victim’s father | Dru Hill and Silk head to Mzansi

Skipper André Esterhuizen dotted down as a Bok-laden Sharks side saw off Leinster in Durban on Saturday to stay unbeaten through two rounds of the URC. The Sharks took a 14-7 lead into half-time at Kings Park after recovering from a slow start, before Esterhuizen and fellow Springbok Edwill van der Merwe crossed the whitewash in the second 40 to help steer the Durbanites to a 26-20 bonus-point triumph. Sharks coach JP Pietersen recalled six Boks for Saturday’s clash, following victory over the Ospreys in round one, with No 12 Esterhuizen taking over the captaincy and the versatile Thomas du Toit starting at loosehead.Leinster inside centre Robbie Henshaw’s converted try gave the visitors a 7-0 advantage at the close of the first quarter, but No 7 Manu Tshituka crossed for his second touchdown in two matches to bring the hosts back into the contest. Flyhalf Vusi Moyo slotted the first of his three conversions in the match to level the scores, then speedster Lili Bester finished smartly in the left corner for the Sharks’ second try after the hooter. Leinster tighthead prop Thomas Clarkson was yellow-carded late in the half after repeated scrum collapses, allowing the Sharks to apply further pressure before the break. The Irish tourists drew first blood after the restart through Clarkson’s try before replacement Sam Prendergast’s penalty put them ahead 15-14. The Sharks responded through Esterhuizen, who finished after a clever Eben Etzebeth offload, before Man of the Match Van der Merwe intercepted to put the result beyond doubt. Leinster refused to go quietly, with winger Andrew Osborne crossing in the final play to secure a losing bonus point for the defending champions. The Sharks now turn to Cape Town Stadium, where they face the Stormers – beaten 17-13 in Edinburgh on Friday – in next Saturday’s coastal derby, while the winless Leinster host Cardiff in Dublin. SHARKS – Tries: Manu Tshituka, Lili Bester, André Esterhuizen, Edwill van der Merwe. Conversions: Vusi Moyo (3).LEINSTER – Tries: Robbie Henshaw, Thomas Clarkson, Andrew Osborne. Conversion: Caspar Gabriel. Penalty: Sam Prendergast. This story was first published on sarugbymag.co.za. It is republished here with permission.

Hlulani Ngobeni from Married at First Sight Mzansi, shared highlights from his graduation ceremony via Instagram on 2 October 2026. The 27-year-old retail manager was paired with Nompumelelo Sobopha but ultimately chose not to recommit to her after their challenges got in the way of building a solid relationship. HLULANI NGOBENI GRADUATES Hlulani’s fans joyfully hopped onto the comments section to congratulate him on his latest academic milestone. Although he did not mention the tertiary institution he graduated from or his field of study, this marks another academic achievement, as he previously studied Management Assistant at Tshwane South TVET College. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ngobeni Hlulani (@hlulaningobeni_) Julenda Monare: Congratulations. My favourite from season 3. Busi Mazibuko Mahlangu: Congratulations, my favourite person, Hlulani. Well done, mchana. Avelaveee: Congratulations, my son. Oh, one more thing: you’re raised very well. I bow for your mom; she raised a man. You have all the qualities that a woman needs. Fly high, my son. Fumza Claburlang: Congratulations, abuti!!!! I love how you love your language. Asante Olga: Congratulations, bhuti, damn, you look good. HLULANI’S JOURNEY ON ‘MAFS’ COMES TO AN END The Limpopo native juggled his career and academic commitments while navigating the demands of filming Married at First Sight Mzansi. Viewers were hardly surprised when Hlulani and Nompumelelo’s marriage fell apart since they appeared incompatible throughout the show. During the recommitment ceremony, Hlulani wished Nompumelelo love and healing as they parted ways.

Hoër Landbouskool Marlow in Cradock, Eastern Cape, is mourning the death of matric learner Jonathan Bradfield who drowned at KwaZulu-Natal’s Mtunzini Main Beach this week. The 19-year-old had been swept out to sea, presumably in a rip current, when the tragedy struck during the school holiday. TEEN DROWNS AT MTUNZINI BEACH On Thursday, matric learner Jonathan Bradfield was swept out to sea during a trip to the Mtunzini Main Beach in KZN. The tragedy occurred during a school holiday trip to KZN with his girlfriend and her family. The KZN surf rescue network – comprising the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), Mtunzini Community Police Forum, Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife rangers and IPSS Medical Rescue – were immediately activated. Their search-and-rescue operation also used a drone, a boat, and a jet ski. According to NSRI Richards Bay station commander Norman Rautenbach, the teen was swimming with his girlfriend when she left the water. Upon looking back, she noticed Jonathan experiencing difficulty in the water before he disappeared in the surf zone. Jonathan’s body was later discovered. EC SCHOOL MOURNS MATRIC LEARNER’S DEATH Jonathan Bradfield’s school, Hoër Landbouskool Marlow, shared a heartfelt tribute to the blonde-haired matric learner. The agricultural school shared: “Our hearts go out to Johny’s father, brother, his family, friends, classmates, and everyone who loved him and walked with him part of his life’s journey.  “Johny will be remembered for much more than just his time in a Marlow jacket. He was a friend, a classmate and a Wolram – a young man with a deep-rooted faith, a beautiful heart and a special place among those who knew him. He was much loved among the staff who got to know him through his Marlow years. His place and the memories he leaves behind will forever be a part of our school community”. Jonathan’s aunt, Sharon Bradfield, also posted several emotional Facebook posts. Some of the tributes included those from the teen’s school friends. One spoke of the “golden boy” and his strong Christian faith. It read: “Johnny was a child of God. I will forever admire his boldness for his Christianity. “I can only think that God came and fetched him cause he’s work as a disciple here on earth was done”

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