SABCNews AM Headlines @05H30 | 26 August 2026

* Attempted murder accused and businessman Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala returns to the Madlanga Commission this morning.

* The Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein will today hear government's argument on a ruling of the High Court in Pretoria to ease access to the 370-rand Social Relief of Distress grant.

* Four suspects arrested in connection with the murder of boxing champion Zolani Tete are expected to appear in court today.

* US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says banks, businesses and countries will be put under pressure to cut economic ties with Tehran and warned that those who do not comply will share its isolation.

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