Dr Ntuthuko Mahlaba, the former Member of the Executive Council (MEC) for Human Settlements in KwaZulu-Natal, has passed away, as confirmed in a statement by the African National Congress (ANC) in the region.

ANC leaders in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) have paid a visit to the family home of the late Dr Ntuthuko Mahlaba to offer their condolences and support during their time of grief.

ActionSA in KwaZulu-Natal has extended its condolences following the death of ANC MPL Ntuthuko Mahlaba. The party has called for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

The Citizen has published its cartoon of the day for 8 September 2026, which focuses on the state of South Africa's governing party, the African National Congress. The cartoon poses the question of whether the ANC has been destroyed by its current leaders, reflecting ongoing public debate and commentary about the party's direction and leadership. As an editorial cartoon, it represents the publication's satirical take on a contested political question rather than a factual assertion about the party's condition.

Antonio Carels, the former ANC Dr WB Rubusana regional secretary, was sworn in as a Member of the Provincial Legislature (MPL) for the Eastern Cape on Tuesday.

The African National Congress (ANC) in KwaZulu-Natal has announced the death of senior leader Dr. Ntuthuko Mahlaba, who was struck by a vehicle while jogging in Newcastle. The incident has been confirmed by the party.