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Madlanga Commission | Mogotsi refuses to answer questions, cites self-incrimination

Embattled North West businessman, Brown Mogotsi, stirred up drama at the Madlanga Commission on Friday after refusing to respond to nearly every question posed to him by evidence leader, Matthew Chaskalson. This is after Mogotsi's recusal application to have Chaskalson recused was dismissed after he expressed dissatisfaction with the line of questioning. "The application is dismissed. Reasons will be given during the course of next week, if not, the week […]

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ANC reaffirms support for Ramaphosa amid Phala Phala fallout

The African National Congress (ANC) has reaffirmed its support for President Cyril Ramaphosa following the Constitutional Court’s ruling on the Section 89 impeachment process linked to the Phala Phala scandal, while also confirming it has entered the final stages of selecting mayoral candidates ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. Speaking at the ANC’s headquarters on Friday, Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula dismissed speculation about Ramaphosa’s possible resignation, insisting the issue was […]

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Police warn of dangers after women flaunt firearms in viral clip

A viral video showing two women brandishing firearms has sparked outrage and renewed debate around the reckless handling of guns. The South African Police Service (SAPS) has since responded to the clip, warning that the careless handling and misuse of firearms pose a serious danger to both those involved and members of the public. The South African Police Service (SAPS) has noted with serious concern a video circulating on social media […]

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Ntlabakanye ruled out of World Cup following doping ban

Springboks and Lions prop, Asenathi Ntlabakanye, has been handed an 18-month bad for breaching anti-doping rules - a ruling that will rule him out of the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Ntlabakanye, tested positive for the banned substance dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) in 2025 and continued playing while the matter was under investigation. The 27-year-old "self-declared" use DHEA, believing it was permitted. However, after being charged by the South African Institute for Drug-Free […]

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Madlanga Commission | Sebola details alleged police-linked drug dealing operation

Directorate of Priority Crime Investigations (Hawks) Lieutenant-Colonel, Joseph Sebola, says investigators, uncovered cellphone messages suggesting that alleged police informant and businessman, Tumelo Nku, was communicating with an unidentified individual about a cocaine consignment seized in July 2021. Sebola testified before the Madlanga Commission on Thursday. The 750kg cocaine consignment was seized at Scania’s Aeroton warehouse on 9 July 2021, an incident that later led to the arrest of Nku and […]

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Gauteng bleeding billions while young people pay the price, warns Finance MEC

Newly appointed Gauteng Finance MEC, Nkululeko Dunga, has painted a grim picture of the province’s finances, warning that wasteful expenditure, unpaid invoices and failing municipalities are crippling service delivery in the country’s economic hub. Speaking at Dube Hostel in Soweto on Thursday, Dunga said ordinary residents are carrying the burden of a government system plagued by under-spending, weak financial controls and mounting debt. "The finances of Gauteng belong to the […]

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Mahungela trial delayed again as State warns defence over more postponements

    The murder trial of 23-year-old, Bafana Mahungela, has been delayed once again in the Johannesburg High Court, despite both the State and defence indicating they could be ready to proceed next week. Mahungela is accused of murdering Johannesburg teacher, Kirsten Kluyts, whose body was discovered near George Lea Park in Parkmore in October 2023 after she participated in a MyRun event. The matter returned to court on Thursday, […]

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President Ramaphosa fires Minister Sisisi Tolashe

  President Cyril Ramaphosa has fired Social Development Minister, Sisisi Tolashe, in the wake of mounting calls for her removal. The President has now appointed Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, as acting minister in the portfolio pending a permanent appointment in due course. Tolashe has been making headlines over her alleged involvement in the exploitation of a state-funded food aid worker, questionable […]

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Erasmus calls up young guns for Springbok alignment camp

  Springbok coach, Rassie Erasmus, has named a 40-man squad for the world champions' second in-person alignment camp, set to take place in Cape Town next week. The group includes two uncapped players, Sibabalwe Mahashe and Zekhethelo Siyaya. Several other players, including Embrose Papier, Francke Horn, Andre-Hugo Venter, and Henco van Wyk, who have all attended alignment camps in the past, have also been included Erasmus says the camp is […]

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“There is a greater motive” – Masemola claims witch-hunt against him

Suspended National Police Commissioner, Fannie Masemola, says he believes there is a witch-hunt aimed at tarnishing his reputation. Masemola made the remarks after appearing in the Pretoria Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, where he faces charges linked to the alleged unlawful awarding of a R360 million SAPS tender to Medicare24 in 2024. Speaking outside court, Masemola suggested a smear campaign is being orchestrated against him. Masemola maintains that there is more […]

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