PIC Governance Shake-Up: The DA says it will table a bill to fix governance problems at the Public Investment Corporation, citing political interference concerns after Mpati Commission findings and renewed PIC turmoil, including suspensions and a Lanseria Airport probe. Water Reform Push: The World Bank extended a $1.5bn IBRD facility to back South Africa’s water and sanitation reforms, plus electricity and freight changes, aiming for better household access and stronger regulation. Water Crisis Accountability: President Ramaphosa unveiled a R156bn water plan, warning failing municipalities could face personal liability as government admits ongoing failures. State Assets Under Review: Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson ordered an investigation into 6,238 state-owned official homes, with a disposal strategy for properties no longer needed. Anti-Immigrant Tensions: About 400 legal migrants in Durban are demanding temporary shelter, fearing attacks despite being verified by immigration officials; Nigeria and Ghana also condemned the violence. Regional Health Cooperation: SADC ministers pledged faster action against foot-and-mouth disease, including joint plans on diagnostics, vaccination and cross-border coordination. Corruption Court Update: A Johannesburg High Court ordered forfeiture of about R326m tied to the alleged Maumela syndicate in the Tembisa Hospital corruption crackdown. Nuclear Oversight Scrutiny: The Madlanga Commission heard concerns that IDAC may have overreached its mandate in pursuing senior SAPS officials, raising questions about targeting police leadership. Energy Investment: TotalEnergies launched the Hydra hybrid renewable project in the Northern Cape under Eskom procurement, combining 216MW solar with large battery storage. Weather Watch: Gauteng faces cold-to-cool conditions with only a slight chance of showers in the south.