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South Africa’s parliamentary ad hoc committee investigating KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s claims of a Big Five drug cartel infiltrating the criminal justice system wrapped up witness testimony on 18 March 2026 after five months. Proceedings featured bizarre moments, including references to Brazilian butt lifts and personal accusations among MPs and witnesses. A final report is due by month-end.

20 Mwezi wa tatu, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

Left Party MP Malcolm Momodou Jallow from Malmö was removed on Saturday from a winnable spot on the party's Skåne ballot. He now announces his departure from the party following internal criticism. Region politician Banesa Martinez will top the list instead.

Attorney Sarah-Jane Trent broke down in tears during her testimony before a parliamentary committee investigating alleged infiltration of South Africa's law enforcement, citing trauma from past events. In contrast, her former boss Paul O’Sullivan ended his appearance with theatrical gestures. The hearings on 5 and 6 March 2026 exposed differing responses to the ongoing scandal.

5 Mwezi wa tatu, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

Bunge la Taifa limepitisha Mswada wa Hazina ya Miundombinu ya Taifa (Mswada wa Bunge la Taifa namba 1 wa 2026), na kupeleka sheria hiyo hatua moja karibu na kuwa sheria. Mswada huo uliletwa na Kiongozi wa Wengi Kimani Ichung'wah na ulipitishwa baada ya hotuba ya tatu na kura mnamo Alhamisi, Machi 5. Upinzani umekosoa na kudai uchunguzi wa Waziri Mkuu wa Hazina John Mbadi kuhusu utofauti katika maelezo yake.

The 72-year-old factory worker Blåvitt Elofsson from Karlstad unexpectedly became a Social Democrat MP after a resignation. He sees himself as one of the few genuine workers in parliament and stresses the value of hands-on experience. Elofsson now commutes regularly between Värmland and Stockholm to engage in politics.

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President Cyril Ramaphosa urged unity among elected representatives in his reply to the 2026 State of the Nation Address debate, using a beaver metaphor to emphasize collaborative effort. He strongly defended Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) against opposition, highlighting the need to redress past inequalities. The address also touched on water security and SANDF deployments.