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eNCA News Bite | 25 February 2026

It’s Tuesday, 25 February 2026, and this is News Bite, your fast, reliable update on South Africa and the world, with Marcelle Gordon.   It’s Budget Day in South Africa and Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is expected to outline how government plans to spend public money in the next fiscal year. All eyes are on the 2026 Budget Speech as households grapple with inflation, rising costs and pressure on public services. The address is expected to set the tone for spending, debt management and economic priorities for the year ahead. https://www.enca.com/business-top-sto... (https://www.enca.com/business-top-sto...)   It’s political showtime in Washington as President Donald Trump prepares to deliver his first State of the Union address since returning to office. The speech comes at a pivotal moment, with battles brewing over the economy, immigration policy and America’s role on the global stage; and with November’s mid-term elections looming. https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories... (https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories...)   The Madlanga Commission continues to probe alleged links between senior SAPS officials and criminal kingpins. A new witness is expected to take the stand following days of testimony from suspended deputy police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya, who has described the fallout from allegations against him as a political and personal war. https://www.enca.com/lifestyle-top-st... (https://www.enca.com/lifestyle-top-st...)   Brown Mogotsi has retracted explosive claims that police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is a CIA agent. During his appearance before the SAPS Ad Hoc Committee, Mogotsi apologised and withdrew his earlier allegations. https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories...   The City of Cape Town is defending its decision to auction more than 50 public assets, including the Good Hope Centre, as critics challenge the move and raise concerns about land use and housing priorities.   IN OTHER NEWS ·       Mpumalanga’s R113-million tender fraud case continues, with dozens of accused implicated in the alleged scheme. ·       Investigations also continue into South Africans allegedly lured under false pretences to fight in the Russia-Ukraine war.   SPORT ·       Mamelodi Sundowns maintain their strong position at the top of the Betway Premiership table. ·       Banyana Banyana extend their unbeaten run as preparations continue ahead of Women’s AFCON. ·       And the Springboks will open their international season in Gqeberha, with SA Rugby confirming fixtures for the year ahead.   That’s your News Bite for 25 February 2026. For developments on these stories and more, visit enca.com or watch eNCA on DStv Channel 403.