Rugby Rivalry: South Africa head into the fourth Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Test in Baltimore on Saturday (2-1 up after wins at Ellis Park, Cape Town and a 29-24 Johannesburg triumph) with Dave Rennie’s side chasing a series win that would underline how much ground they’ve closed ahead of next year’s World Cup. Elections & online safety: The IEC has rolled out a Disinformation Code for the 4 November 2026 local government elections, requiring parties and candidates to check claims, correct false posts within 36 hours, and report online manipulation, including fake accounts and coordinated campaigns. Police accountability: An ad hoc parliamentary committee wants Parliament to review the use of military-style ranks in SAPS, linking police culture and “militarisation” to systemic problems. Transport & courts: Prasa has been ordered to pay R13.2m to a Cape Town passenger who fell through an open train door, with the court citing a duty to provide reasonable security. Crime & justice: Ndodana Tshuma’s extradition case has started after he entered a plea and sentencing agreement in South Africa for firearm and immigration charges. Business & tech: Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is pushing major airport “aerotropolis” plans, while rights groups warn data centres need clearer regulation. Sports & culture: Netflix marks a decade in SA with new reality and drama slate, boosted by the global hit “The Polygamist.”