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Meth disputes staff shortage claims as Joburg labour crackdown intensifies

Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth, says employers cannot blame staff shortages on the departure of foreign nationals, arguing that millions of South Africans are seeking work. She says government has a database of more than seven million job seekers who can be matched with available opportunities. Meth was speaking during a multidisciplinary labour inspection blitz in Johannesburg on Friday, involving officials from the departments of Employment and Labour […]

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No plans to re-enrol case against Crime Intelligence officials: NPA

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says it is unlikely that the case involving seven senior police officers will be re-enrolled. This comes after the NPA unconditionally withdrew charges against the officers, including Crime Intelligence head, Dumisani Khumalo, Crime Intelligence CFO, Major General Philani Lushaba and Brigadier Dineo Mokwele. The officials were charged with corruption and fraud in relation to Mokwele's appointment at the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC). The charges […]

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Madlanga Commission | Scharnick arrested as Adams’ testimony raises questions over missing dockets

An alleged associate of suspended Deputy National Commissioner, Shadrack Sibiya, and suspended Member of Parliament (MP), Fadiel Adams, has been arrested by the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) outside the Bridget Mabandla Justice College, where the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry is being held. Stuart Scharnick was taken into custody after allegedly threatening a journalist covering Thursday’s proceedings during the commission’s tea break. Scharnick has previously made headlines over his alleged […]

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De Allende to earn 100th cap in RGR opener

Centre, Damian de Allende, will become the 10th player in history to earn 100 Test caps for South Africa when the Springboks face the All Blacks in the opening game of the inaugural Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry in Johannesburg on Saturday. Pieter-Steph du Toit will captain the side in the absence of the injured, Siya Kolisi. Young Paul de Villiers, who has played just three Tests, will take Kolisi’s place on […]

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Macpherson flags safety gaps after building collapses across SA

Public Works and Infrastructure, Minister Dean Macpherson, says South Africa does not lack laws governing construction, but weak enforcement, poor oversight and non-compliance are putting lives at risk. Macpherson made the remarks on Thursday as he released findings from investigations into several building and construction collapses, including two incidents in Gauteng that claimed the lives of 12 people. One of the most serious incidents occurred in Doornkop, Soweto, on 28 […]

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Brown Mogotsi to make third bail bid as state hands over outstanding documents

Alleged political fixer, Brown Mogotsi, is set to make his third attempt at securing bail after a key dispute over access to the State’s case docket was resolved. The North West businessman will return to the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court on 25 August, where his defence is expected to apply for bail based on what it says are new facts. The development follows confirmation in court that the State has handed […]

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Alleged killer boyfriend arrested after community tip-off

Community participation and collaboration with police have helped lead to the arrest of the man accused of killing 37-year-old Jabulisile Tshabalala. Police made a breakthrough after arresting her 27-year-old boyfriend, Simiso Phakathi, in the North West. Tshabalala was found dead in the back room where she lived with the accused, who is believed to have been her romantic partner. Police say her body was found covered in blankets and clothes […]

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Madlanga Commission | Adams alleges Crime Intelligence supplied weapon, vehicle in Magaqa murder

National Coloured Congress (NCC) leader and suspended Member of Parliament (MP), Fadiel Adams, has told the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry that Crime Intelligence officials allegedly supplied the firearm and vehicle used in the murder of former African National Congress (ANC) Youth League secretary-general, Sindiso Magaqa. Adams made the allegations while presenting his statement to the commission on Wednesday, claiming that a man he identifies as Magaqa’s killer has repeatedly attempted, […]

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Share your funniest dishwashing day mishap in the comments section of Y’c competition post for the MAQ Homecare post for a chance to win R1 500.. We've all had dishwashing day disasters from dropping and breaking your favourite mug to discovering a burnt pot that just won't come clean. Some are frustrating, and some are downright hilarious. COMPETITION TERMS & CONDITIONS Below are the standard terms and conditions applicable to […]

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Wolvaardt to lead young Proteas squad in Zim

The Proteas Women will tour Zimbabwe for the first time, with the two sides preparing to lock horns in their maiden T20I series. Regular captain, Laura Wolvaardt, will lead a youthful South African squad, featuring three uncapped players. Seamer, Caitlin Wyngaard, has earned her maiden call-up after impressing for the SA Emerging Women during the recent tour of Bangladesh. The 21-year-old will be joined by former SA U19 Women star, […]

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