EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi and his co-accused have applied for bail in the Mbense murder case, according to SABC News, which is covering the proceedings live. The hearing centres on whether the accused should be released pending trial. Further details of the charges and the circumstances of the murder have been presented before the court, with the bail application's outcome expected to determine whether Mkhwanazi and the co-accused remain in custody.

The accused in the murder of South African boxer Zolani Tete are set to return to court, according to SABC Sport. Tete was gunned down outside his home in Mdantsane two weeks ago. The court appearance marks the latest development in the case following the fatal shooting of the former boxing champion.

On June 24, 2026, suspended EMPD Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi resumed his testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, marking the 125th day of the proceedings. The inquiry continues to investigate various matters related to the EMPD.

Arrests in South Africa's Emfuleni municipality have been linked to the murder of financial clerk Martha Rantsofu, according to the Sowetan. Investigations into her killing have uncovered widespread corruption schemes within the municipality that she had flagged before her death. The arrests form part of a probe connecting the alleged graft she exposed to her murder, highlighting concerns about the risks faced by whistleblowers in local government and the extent of corruption in the municipality.

Julius Mkhwanazi is scheduled to testify before the Madlanga Commission following allegations of corruption linked to his role at the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department. The commission is investigating these claims as part of its broader inquiry into corruption within the department.

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.