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Madlanga Commission | Malatji blamed for irregular Gubis 85 site allocations

The Madlanga Commission has pointed to suspended Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) Asset Protection and Security Services (APSS) director, Tshukudu Malatji, as responsible for failing to act on the irregular allocation of additional ad hoc security sites to Gubis 85 Solutions. During proceedings  on Thursday, Commissioner Sesi Baloyi described Malatji's failure to reverse the allocations after becoming aware of them as "borderline intentional".   Malatji told the commission he only became aware of Gubis 85’s involvement in December 2024, after […]

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Whistleblower calls for stronger protection as government releases new bill

Whistleblower, Patricia Mashale, says a truly safe South Africa for whistleblowers is one where anyone who retaliates against them is prosecuted and handed the maximum sentence, with no room for leniency. Her remarks follow the unveiling of the Protected Disclosures Bill by Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, on Thursday, legislation aimed at strengthening safeguards for those who come forward. Government says that while the current Protection of Disclosures Act offers some safeguards, the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into allegations […]

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Lions part ways with Swanepoel

The Central Gauteng Lions have parted ways with all-rounder, Beyers Swanepoel, with immediate effect. In a statement released on Thursday afternoon, the Lions said the decision was mutual following an internal disciplinary process. Swanepoel left the field in the 43rd over of the One Day Cup final between the Lions and the Titans at the Wanderers to catch a flight to join County club, Worcestershire. The 27 year old had not received the required No Objection Certificate from either the […]

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Malema backs grassroots mayor system, defends Dunga

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, has outlined a major shift in the party's local government strategy, insisting that future mayors must emerge from ward-level leadership, while also rejecting personality-driven campaigning and defending newly appointed Gauteng Finance MEC, Nkululeko Dunga. Briefing the media in Johannesburg on Thursday, Malema said the new approach is aimed at strengthening grassroots accountability and reducing factionalism ahead of the 2026 local government elections. - Ward councillors to be the only pathway to mayoral office […]

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“I don’t know Cat Matlala,” says Mashatile

Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, maintains that he does not know alleged crime kingpin, Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala. Mashatile made the remarks while fielding questions from journalists on the sidelines of the Gauteng Investment Conference today. The deputy president came under scrutiny after being implicated by suspended police sergeant, Fannie Nkosi, during his testimony before the Madlanga Commission. The claim came after Nkosi's home was raided by police, who were allegedly searching for Matlala's credit card. Following the raid, Nkosi submitted a […]

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Madlanga Commission | Bolhuis denies authorising additional sites for Gubis 85 Solutions

Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) Deputy Chief of Police, Commissioner Sean Bolhuis, has told the Madlanga Commission that he was not involved in, nor aware of, the allocation of additional ad hoc security sites to Gubis 85 Solutions. Testifying at the commission on Wednesday, Bolhuis insisted that those responsible for the contested allocations must be held accountable. He told the commission that while acting in the Asset Protection and Security Services (APSS) caretaker role in February last year, he was […]

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Moerat to leave Stormers

The Stormers have confirmed that lock, Salmaan Moerat, will leave Cape Town at the end of the season to take up an opportunity in France. While the franchise has not disclosed which club he will be joining, Moerat has been widely linked with a move to Top 14 giants, La Rochelle. The announcement of his departure comes a day after the Bulls confirmed that utility back, David Kriel, will be joining the French club at the end of the season. […]

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EFF escalates pressure as ConCourt confirms Phala Phala judgment imminent

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gauteng say months of protests outside the Constitutional Court have yet to yield feedback on the delayed Phala Phala judgment, raising concerns about accountability and transparency in South Africa’s justice system. The matter stems from the 2020 theft of foreign currency from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s farm, a scandal that continues to divide political opinion and fuel demands for judicial clarity. EFF supporters have been picketing outside the Constitutional Court every month since November, arguing […]

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Lenacapavir rollout set to transform South Africa’s HIV prevention – Motsoaledi

  Health Minister, Aaron Motsoaledi, says South Africa’s rollout of the breakthrough HIV prevention drug Lenacapavir will prioritise high-risk groups, including adolescent girls and young women. He says access to the drug will be available at 350 selected health facilities once it is officially launched by President Cyril Ramaphosa. These include pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as high-risk groups such as sex workers and men who have sex with men. "Only finishing touches are left, including the fact that […]

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