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In today’s episode, all eyes are on Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Centre as Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee (https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories/livestream-mps-hear-evidence-cat-matlala) finally hears from alleged organised crime figure Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala. (https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories/cat-matlalas-unsigned-statement-stirs-disagreement-among-mps) After threats of legal action, claims of illness and unreadiness, and overnight uncertainty about whether he would appear at all, Matlala is brought before MPs to answer key questions about his alleged influence over the Political Killings Task Team and claims of bribes involving senior politicians. The committee chair insists the testimony proceed as they push for clarity on the allegations that have shadowed multiple police decisions.
Meanwhile, South Africa celebrates a landmark cricket achievement. The Proteas clinch their first Test series win in India in 25 years, (https://www.enca.com/sport-top-stories/proteas-condemn-india-biggest-test-loss-series-sweep) sealing a 408-run victory in Guwahati. Simon Harmer’s six-for and strong performances across the squad mark only the second series win on Indian soil, the first dating back to 2000.
Also today, the Human Rights Commission finds long-standing racial discrimination and gender disparities in Hartbeespoort’s business leasing processes, giving government six months to implement a transformation plan. And the Gauteng Health Department defends its handling of utility debts after the Children’s Memorial Institute had its power cut (https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories/power-cut-leaves-gauteng-childrens-support-centres-dark) despite ongoing disputes with the city over outstanding amounts reportedly exceeding 40 million rand.
We’re also keeping an eye on widespread attacks on long-distance buses in the Eastern Cape, with the Makhanda High Court sharply criticising SAPS for failing to maintain law and order after deadly shootings.
SPORTS More reaction to the historic Proteas series victory, with bowlers Marco Jansen (https://www.enca.com/sport/jansen-relishes-6-48-india-test-bouncer-plan) and Simon Harmer (https://www.enca.com/sport-top-stories/harmer-stars-south-africa-bowl-out-india-93-win-test) credited for setting up the win. In Champions League action, Dortmund, Marseille, Chelsea and Leverkusen all secure victories, while Liverpool, Inter, PSG (https://www.enca.com/sport/dembele-could-return-psg-against-spurs-after-latest-injury-lay) , Spurs, Arsenal and Bayern headline tonight’s fixtures.
And finally, a symbol of faith becomes a symbol of healing. The Popemobile used by the late Pope Francis on his 2014 visit to Bethlehem is repurposed as a mobile children’s clinic for Gaza, now renamed the “Vehicle of Hope”, (https://www.enca.com/opinion/popemobile-transformed-gaza-mobile-childrens-clinic) aiming to provide up to 200 medical consultations a day.
That is your News Byte for 26 November 2025. For updates on these stories and more, visit enca.com or watch us on DStv Channel 403.
