SADC Summit Security & Migration: Durban is on high alert for the 46th SADC summit at the Durban ICC, with police tightening security around the venue ahead of a planned anti-immigrant march targeting leaders as South Africa takes the 2026/27 chair. Police Accountability: Opposition MPs and policing experts are again questioning SAPS’ body-worn camera rollout after Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia couldn’t give a firm implementation date, despite earlier commitments. ANC Succession Watch: Billionaire Patrice Motsepe is emerging as a potential unity candidate for the ANC leadership race ahead of 2027, with polling adding fuel to the speculation. Local Government Politics: Jacob Zuma escalated his campaign attacks on President Cyril Ramaphosa, calling him a “crook” as the MK party pushes for the 4 November local government elections. Land Reform Pressure: Afasa warns land restitution is stalling black farmers’ ability to secure title deeds and loans, alleging evictions and improper leasing. Wild Coast Court Blow: South Africa’s top court has permanently halted Shell’s Wild Coast offshore exploration, ending a long legal fight over community consultation and environmental concerns. Water vs Data Centres: Cape Town is urged not to sacrifice scarce water for data centre expansion, with residents and experts warning about the real costs of “digital economy” growth. Spaza Fund Scrutiny: The Small Business Development Department will brief on the rollout of the R500m Spaza Shop Support Fund amid concerns about verification, red tape, and possible misuse. Mining Safety & Illicit Mining: A deadly mine collapse near Rustenburg renews calls for stronger action against illegal mining, with unions warning enforcement alone won’t fix abandoned mines and criminal networks.