In case you missed it: Why ‘Don’t Vote ANC, DA & EFF’ is trending | November petrol shock warning | Tired of spam calls?
Catch up on the biggest stories this Wednesday, 7 October 2026, in our simple daily news update.
As the local government elections approach, social media, especially X, has been buzzing with the phrase "DON’T VOTE ANC, DA & EFF." Simultaneously, South African motorists may face a fuel price shock in November, 60 days before Christmas. Early data suggests a possible petrol price increase of about R4.60 per litre, and a R2.60 per litre surge for diesel.
To combat unwanted direct marketing, the National Opt-Out Registry has been created, enabling South Africans to opt-out of calls, SMSes, and other electronic communications.
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