A court has issued a ruling that halts Eskom's ultimatum regarding the cut-off or take-over of services in the Dr Beyers Naudé Municipality. The decision confirms the legal requirements necessary for the Distribution Agency Agreement, clarifying the obligations and processes involved in the municipality's dealings with Eskom.

According to The Citizen, Auditor-General Maluleke has raised concerns over the financial audits of all metropolitan municipalities, highlighting R62.12 billion in debt write-offs and R1.61 billion spent on consultants. Despite these expenditures, 61% of the municipalities submitted flawed financial statements, prompting alarm ahead of the upcoming elections.

The State Law Office has requested the dismissal of a tender case involving the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), arguing that the Consumer Federation of Kenya filed the lawsuit without first utilizing the remedies provided under procurement and access-to-information laws.

Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke reported that the City of Cape Town has regressed in its supply chain management and procurement practices, resulting in non-compliance issues. This regression has contributed to the municipality receiving an unqualified audit with findings, according to Maluleke.

Municipal spending on consultants in South Africa reached R1.6 billion in the 2024/2025 financial year, a significant increase from R586 million in the 2014/2015 financial year. This rise indicates a growing trend where consultants are taking on roles traditionally held by municipal officials, particularly in the preparation of financial statements.

Eskom's additional R54 billion from tariffs is set to be challenged in court once more, as the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) faces accusations of concealing the irrationality behind its decision regarding the power utility's revenue. This legal dispute highlights ongoing tensions surrounding energy pricing and regulatory practices in the country.