Eskom & ANC politics: The ANC says Eskom’s energy availability has jumped from 48% during load shedding to over 80%, pointing to its Energy Action Plan and moves to boost new generation and rooftop solar. Water crisis & accountability: Cape Town’s water and sanitation projects are under the spotlight as a deputy minister visits major upgrades, while MPs push a Water Services Amendment Bill aimed at fixing leaking infrastructure, weak enforcement and accountability gaps. Crime & policing: A Western Cape off-duty SAPS officer was shot dead in Nyanga; the Hawks are investigating. In Gauteng, police seized counterfeit and illicit goods worth over R2.5m. Public services deadlines: Pensioners in Cape Town are urged to renew rates rebates fast or risk losing backdated discounts. Sports: Orlando Pirates returned to form with a 3-0 win over Chippa, with Zambian Gamphani Lungu scoring his first league goal. Wild Coast legal blow: Shell’s Wild Coast exploration right was set aside by South Africa’s Constitutional Court. Health & safety: Sanral’s high school scholarship programme is open for 2027, covering fees, transport and support for maths and science.