Local Government & Climate Readiness: Western Cape officials urged residents to prepare early for a hotter summer, higher wildfire risk and tighter water conditions, citing heatwave science and calling for community fire-safety action. IEC & Elections 2026: The IEC rejected ANC claims of extra time for candidate lists, saying the 5pm Friday deadline stood for all parties and independents. Parliament & Impeachment: Parliament’s impeachment committee chair Makashule Gana said the Section 89 inquiry is not derailed by President Cyril Ramaphosa’s legal challenges ahead of a key Western Cape High Court hearing. Alliance Politics: The SACP in the Western Cape said it will contest the November 2026 local government elections independently, despite ANC moves recalling alliance-deployed leaders. Labour & Industry: A strike is looming at Sibanye-Stillwater after contract talks broke down, with unions citing refusal to bargain in good faith and the company calling the move disappointing. Public Finance & Oversight: The Public Investment Corporation seeks experts to value its property portfolio after a Lanseria airport valuation scandal. Disaster Response: Search efforts continue for six South Africans missing after Nepal-Tibet floods, with families and officials pressing Nepalese authorities for updates. Sports & Governance: SACAA said it is still finalising processes after international backlash over a low Cape Town Stadium flyover linked to the Springboks-All Blacks Test.