The National Assembly of South Africa is set to convene on 29 September 2026. According to the Parliament of South Africa, the plenary session will start with a Member's Statement. This will be followed by the consideration of several reports. The agenda includes the consideration of Reports of the Powers and Privileges Committee into allegations of conduct constituting contempt of Parliament by Hon J S Malema and Hon S Thambo.

The National Assembly will also consider the Report of the Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs on Draft Notice determining Remuneration of Commissioners of Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) for the 2025/26 financial year. This report was tabled on 19 August 2026. Furthermore, the Assembly will consider a Joint Report of Portfolio Committee on Police, Portfolio Committee on Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Portfolio Committee on Forestry, Fisheries and Environment, and Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs on a Petition on behalf of residents of Ward 92 in City of Ekurhuleni, Gauteng.

The petition on behalf of residents of Ward 92 in City of Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, was submitted by Hon M Clarke, MP. Additionally, the National Assembly will consider the Report of Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements on a Petition received from four petitioners from Garankuwa/Mawiga. This report was tabled on 24 August 2026. The Assembly will also entertain Motions without notice and Notices of motions.

The agenda of the National Assembly plenary session on 29 September 2026, appears comprehensive. It covers various aspects, including allegations of contempt of Parliament, remuneration of IEC commissioners, and petitions from various communities. The session is expected to address pressing issues affecting different communities across South Africa.

In a related development, EBNewsDaily provided a video report on the upcoming National Assembly plenary session. The video report was published on 28 September 2026, at 21:28 SAST. The report highlighted the key items on the agenda of the plenary session.

The National Assembly plenary session on 29 September 2026, will be a crucial event in South Africa's parliamentary calendar. The session will provide an opportunity for members to engage with various issues affecting the country. The Parliament of South Africa plays a critical role in promoting democracy and good governance in the country.

The National Assembly's agenda for 29 September 2026, reflects its commitment to addressing pressing issues affecting South Africa. The session will provide a platform for members to discuss and make decisions on key matters.

Key points

  • The National Assembly will consider reports on allegations of contempt of Parliament by Hon J S Malema and Hon S Thambo.
  • The Assembly will consider the Report of the Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs on Draft Notice determining Remuneration of Commissioners of Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) for the 2025/26 financial year.
  • The session will also entertain Motions without notice and Notices of motions.

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