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Several residents of Laudium block the road to protest against the ongoing water crisis at the R55 Highway on February 02, 2026 in Pretoria, South Africa. Residents were informed that Rand Water has experienced operational challenges for the third time in the past two weeks. It is reported that the protest led to road closure, causing major traffic disruptions.

(Photo by Gallo Images/Manash Jyoti Das) News today includes, DA leader John Steenhuisen will reportedly be exiting the leadership race as the party prepares for its federal congress in April. Meanwhile, angry Midrand residents woke again to dry taps on Tuesday, leading them to take to the streets. Furthermore, current champions, South Africa, will open their 2027 Rugby World Cup campaign in Australia with a match against Italy at the Adelaide Oval on Sunday 3 October, with kick-off at 5.45am (SA time).

The South African Weather Service (Saws) has warned of heavy downpours and a heat wave in parts of the Eastern Cape, with thundershowers and warm to hot weather expected across SA.Full weatherforecast here. Stay up to date withThe Citizen– More News, Your Way. DA leader John Steenhuisen will reportedly be exiting the leadership race as the party prepares for its federal congress in April.

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It is claimed that Steenhuisen will make a formal announcement on Wednesday, but he cautioned against hearsay, arguing that “until you see me outlining the full set of facts tomorrow, avoid speculation”. “The leader of the DA, John Steenhuisen, will address members of the media concerning matters of national importance and public interest,” his spokesperson Charity McCord simply said on Tuesday. ANC Youth League (ANCYL) president Collen Malatji says the controversial CEO of the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) should explain himself to the party following his arrest last week.

Themba Mathibe (28) was arrested for keeping more than R1 million in his Sandton home. He is facing money laundering charges.

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