The Border Management Authority successfully repatriated 295 Ghanaian nationals after immigration checks at OR Tambo International Airport revealed that about 90% were undocumented or had overstayed their visas.

Private security officers working long shifts under stressful and often disrespectful conditions were placed at the centre of a groundbreaking TB and HIV wellness campaign launched by TAPSOSA and SASSETA in Johannesburg. The initiative aims to improve healthcare access, fight stigma and restore dignity to security guards.

Julius Malema appeared in court in KuGompo City for pre-sentencing proceedings after being found guilty in 2025 for unlawfully discharging a firearm during a 2018 rally, with the State pushing for a 15-year prison sentence. The defence opposed a custodial term, arguing for a non-custodial sentence.

The Asset Forfeiture Unit has secured a court order freezing nearly R44 million in assets linked to an international call centre fraud syndicate operating from Johannesburg. Authorities allege the group targeted overseas victims with fake investment schemes, with the case set to continue in court in June 2026.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has launched the Gert Sibande TVET College 4IR Digital Innovation Lab and Centre of Specialisation in Standerton, aimed at strengthening digital and artisan skills for the future economy. He called for inclusive access to artificial intelligence.

The Gauteng High Court has ruled that Musa Khawula published false and defamatory statements about Julius Sello Malema and his wife regarding claims that their marriage had broken down and ordered him to retract the posts and issue a public apology. The court also barred him from repeating the allegations.