News Bulletin of 6 September 2026, 11am

South Africa can improve local government without needing new policies or more resources. This is according to researcher and author Dr Harlan Cloete.Speaking at the launch of his new book, 101 Local Governance Lessons: From the Great Governance ZA Podcast, in Sandton last week, Cloete said one of the country's biggest challenges is how municipalities are managed.The book draws on more than four years of conversations recorded for Cloete's podcast, which has produced about 115 episodes featuring politicians, municipal officials, community leaders, business people and other governance practitioners. Cloete believes stronger leadership, better management and lessons shared by people working within communities could help bring meaningful improvements to local government.

South Africa has recorded over 991,000 international tourist arrivals in July, an increase of 12.5% compared to July 2025. Arrivals from African markets increased by 14.3% year on year between January and July, while overseas arrivals grew by 5.7%.Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says the figures showed that growth is becoming more geographically diversified. President Cyril Ramaphosa recently announced that Tourism is part of four key sectors that have been identified to drive inclusive economic growth, job creation and build confidence under Phase three of the Government-Business Partnership, Operation Vulindlela.

South Africa has selected a 65-member team for the 2027 Special Olympics World Games in Santiago, Chile.The national selection games in Rustenburg, North West, determined the athletes and team members who will represent the country.More than 6,000 athletes from over 170 countries will compete in 22 sports at the Games.SOSA Ambassador, Sbu Shongwe