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Madlanga Commission | WhatsApp exchanges between Mkhwanazi and Nkosi come under scrutiny

The Madlanga Commission has heard that KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, exchanged WhatsApp messages with Sergeant Fannie Nkosi on the night Crime Intelligence head, General Dumisani Khumalo, was arrested. This was revealed as Nkosi was questioned by the commission on Tuesday about his interactions with Mkhwanazi, with evidence indicating frequent communication between the pair. Screenshots presented at the commission show a series of voice calls between the two, most of […]

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NSFAS dismisses viral R630,000 student payment claim

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has dismissed viral claims on social media that a student received a payment of more than R630,000, describing the allegation as false and misleading. In a statement, the scheme said preliminary investigations indicate that the image circulating online was manipulated and may have been generated using artificial intelligence (AI), with no connection to any legitimate NSFAS transaction. The incident has nonetheless reignited concerns […]

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EMS warns of deadly ‘chuffing’ trend among learners

The City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services (EMS) has raised concern over a video circulating social media showing a group of learners allegedly inhaling unknown substances from a fire extinguisher. EMS says the dangerous trend, known as "chuffing", appears to be gaining traction among young people and involves deliberately inhaling chemical agents released from portable fire extinguishers. Public Relations and Communication Manager, Robert Mulaudzi, has warned that exposure to extinguisher […]

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Madlanga Commission | SAPS sergeant accuses Sibiya of lying under oath

South African Police Service (SAPS) Sergeant, Fannie Nkosi, has told the Madlanga Commission that he never discussed payments linked to the SAPS Medicare24 tender with alleged underworld figure, Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala. Nkosi testified before the commission on Monday, where WhatsApp exchanges presented as evidence suggest he may have engaged Matlala about the matter. The inquiry heard that Matlala sent Nkosi three proof-of-payment statements via WhatsApp, apparently to show that he […]

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Algerian embassy confirms Rulani Mokwena arrest

The South African Embassy in Algeria has confirmed that it has been made aware of the arrest of coach Rulani Mokwena, who is alleged to have violated the country’s currency regulations. The 39-year-old was reportedly stopped by customs officials at Houari Boumediene Airport in Algiers over allegations that he attempting to leave the country with undeclared foreign currency. "The embassy in Algiers can confirm that it was notified of the […]

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Family of slain Witness D wants mastermind behind bars

Image credit: FacebookThe family of slain Witness D, Marius van der Merwe, says it wants those who orchestrated his killing to face the full might of the law. The remarks follow the arrest of 41-year-old Matipandile Sotheni at the weekend by a specialised task team in connection with Van der Merwe’s murder. Sotheni, who faces six charges, including premeditated murder, attempted murder relating to Van der Merwe’s wife and children, […]

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Ackermann brings out heavy artillery for North-South derby

The Bulls have named a Springbok-laden matchday 23 for Saturday’s north-south derby against the Stormers at Loftus Versfeld. Head coach, Johan Ackermann, has recalled experienced forwards to the starting pack as his side looks to gain the upper hand in one of South African rugby’s fiercest rivalries. Experienced front-rowers Gerhard Steenekamp, Johan Grobbelaar and Wilco Louw all return to the starting line-up. There is one change to the loose trio, […]

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Unions fear tariff hikes, job cuts amid Eskom restructure

President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing mounting pressure from various labour organisations following his announcement of the establishment of an independent Transmission System Operator (TSO) as part of Eskom’s restructuring. During the State of the Nation Address, Ramaphosa confirmed plans to create a fully independent state-owned transmission entity that will own and control the country’s electricity grid and oversee the operation of the power market. The broader unbundling strategy will see […]

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TRC cases inquiry | Pikoli testimony reveals why Cradock Four justice stalled

More than three decades after the brutal killing of the Cradock Four, testimony before the Khampepe Commission of Inquiry has laid bare a troubling picture of political fears, missing evidence and institutional resistance that stalled efforts to prosecute apartheid-era crimes. Former National Director of Public Prosecutions, Vusi Pikoli, told the inquiry he shares the view of victims’ families that the case involving the slain anti-apartheid activists was not meaningfully pursued […]

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SA reacts to arrest of Reality TV stars in the US

Social media has been flooded with reactions after reports emerged that Real Housewives of Pretoria star, Melany Viljoen and her husband, Petrus “Peet” Viljoen, were arrested in the United States on alleged theft charges. The couple, who reportedly left South Africa last year amid fraud allegations and disbarment proceedings, were allegedly apprehended this week after stealing items valued at more than R87 800 from a supermarket. They are understood to […]

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