By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on GroundUp
Residents of several Johannesburg neighbourhoods protested against repeated water cuts and plans to reduce pressure in the network. They are calling for a lasting repair and fair application of restrictions, as Rand Water and Johannesburg Water report severe strain on the system, according to GroundUp.
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South Africa’s municipal elections, from campaigning in Johannesburg to 83 parties fielding candidates.
30 OctA week without water prompts Johannesburg protest
30 Oct83 parties contest Johannesburg municipal elections
30 OctJohannesburg municipal elections: Bongani Baloyi seeks mayoralty for MKResidents of Kensington, Johannesburg, protested on 29 October after a week without water, while burst pipes continued to pour water into the streets. The disruption is linked to the degraded operation of the Alexander Park reservoir and postponed repair work, according to the Daily Maverick.
🇿🇦 South Africa · Source: Daily Maverick ·
Malawian energy company Sky Energy has launched 100 electric taxis, 40 charging stations and a booking app to address fuel shortages. Bookings are due to open on 1 December 2026 in Lilongwe, according to managing director Schizzo Thomson, who said the project combines vehicles, charging stations and a digital platform.
🇲🇼 Malawi · Source: Nyasa Times ·
Carlton Naidu, 27, was found dead after being stabbed several times in Phoenix, South Africa. His family said witnesses saw him fleeing from men who were pursuing him before the attack, while police investigate the murder, according to IOL.
🇿🇦 South Africa · Source: IOL ·
Eighty-three parties and independent candidates are contesting Johannesburg’s municipal elections, with more than 7,400 candidates for ward seats. Each ward has at least 49 candidates and voters will receive two ballot papers, reports Our City News.
🇿🇦 South Africa · Source: Our City News ·
Consortium acquires FlySafair for 7 billion randsThe South African Competition Tribunal has authorised a consortium led by Harith General Partners to acquire FlySafair, taking full control of the airline. The 7-billion-rand transaction is among the largest in the modern aviation sector, the Sunday Times reports, while South African Airways is facing a new 1-billion-rand bailout.
Eswatini seeks to borrow 3.79 billion emalangeniThe Eswatini government is seeking 3.79 billion emalangeni in loans through three Bills tabled in Parliament by Finance Minister Neal Rijkenberg. The first provides for up to 1.6 billion emalangeni from Standard Bank of South Africa and other lenders to finance infrastructure and social projects, according to the Times of Eswatini.The week in Africa
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