SABCNews AM Headlines @05H30 | 21 September 2026

* The body of a female victim has been found in Moroka, Soweto. Police have registered an inquest docket and appeal anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward.

* Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says he is confident that investigations into the killings of women in Ekurhuleni will be successfully concluded. Three suspects have been called in for questioning.

* DIRCO Minister Ronald Lamola has once again championed South Africa's defence of its sovereignty amid soured relations with the United States. Lamola spoke exclusively to SABC News as he leads the South AFrican delegation to the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.

* UN Chief Anotonio Guterres says it is of the utmost importance that Africa is fairly represented within the structures of the organisation. The outgoing UN head is set to host world leaders at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.

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