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Madlanga Commission | I was unaware of the serious allegations against Matlala: Sibiya

Suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner, Shadrack Sibiya, has told the Madlanga Commission that when he met alleged underworld figure, Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala in 2024, he was unaware of the extent and seriousness of the criminal allegations against him. Sibiya returned to commission for his fourth day of testimony on Monday, where he faces allegations that he received financial favours from Matlala in exchange for influencing matters within the South African […]

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State to oppose bail for Mugabe’s son as attempted murder case unfolds

The State says it will oppose bail for the son of late former Zimbabwean leader, Robert Mugabe, setting the stage for a high-profile legal battle in the Alexandra Magistrates’ Court. Twenty-eight-year-old, Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, and his 33-year-old co-accused, Tobias Mugabe Matonhdze, made their first court appearance on Monday on charges of attempted murder, unlawful possession of a firearm and defeating the ends of justice. Their appearance was marked by confusion […]

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SA is being sold one permit at a time: SIU

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says its investigation has revealed that South Africa's borders were not safeguarded by law, but effectively auctioned off through corruption. Acting SIU head, Leonard Lekgetho, briefed the media on the unit's interim report into the investigation into the Department of Home Affairs. Lekgetho says the findings of the SIU probe paint a picture of systemic corruption within the department. "Officials enriched themselves by unlawfully issuing […]

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Ramaphosa’s 2026 SONA, the best in nine years: Analyst

Political analyst, Professor Sam Koma, says President Cyril Ramaphosa's 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) was arguably the most action-oriented speech delivered during his nine years in office. Ramaphosa delivered his address last Thursday, marking the official opening of the National Legislature for 2026. Koma says address was stood out for its focus on concrete deliverables rather than rhetoric or broad policy statements, signalling a shift toward implementation. Among […]

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Gauteng water woes | Deputy President visits facilities as Rand water boosts supply

Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, says Gauteng is making progress in addressing water outages across the province. He conducted an oversight visit to Johannesburg’s water facilities in Midrand on Friday, following meetings with ministers and government officials to assess the state of water infrastructure. Mashatile was informed that the bulk water supplier, Rand Water, had recovered its pumping capacity and that water supply would improve over time. He was appointed by […]

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Maharaj to lead Proteas in T20 series against New Zealand

The South African Men’s selection panel has announced the 15-player squad for the five-match T20 International series against New Zealand, set to take place from 15 - 25 March. Proteas left-arm spinner, Keshav Maharaj, will captain the side which features five uncapped players. New faces include batters Connor Esterhuizen, Dian Forrester, and Jordan Hermann, recognized for their consistent performances in domestic T20s, as well as all-rounder Eathan Bosch. Also included […]

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Amber Lee Hughes’ credibility challenged after admitting to lying during trial

Disclaimer: This article contains graphic details and may be distressing to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. Presiding Judge, Richard Mkhabela, openly challenged the credibility of convicted child killer Amber Lee Hughes during her sentencing at the Johannesburg High Court on Friday, after the 27-year-old admitted under oath that she had lied during her trial. Hughes, convicted of premeditated murder and rape for the drowning of 4-year-old Nada-Jane Challita in […]

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Madlanga Commission | Evidence reveals contradictions in Sibiya’s testimony on PKTT mandate

The Madlanga Commission has presented documents showing that the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) mandate was extended in April of 2024. The commission revealed that the expanded mandate - which took effect on the 1 April and included investigations into the killings of traditional leaders in KwaZulu-Natal, was recommended and financially approved by suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner, Shadrack Sibiya. The dockets which were officially signed off by senior officials […]

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Tributes pour in for the late Eric Dane

Fans, colleagues and fellow stars have been flooding social media with tributes to the late Grey's Anatomy star, Eric Dane, who passed away at the age of 53 on Thursday. Dane was best known for his role as a charismatic plastic surgeon, Dr Mark "McSteamy" Sloan on the hit medical drama. Dane was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a progressive neurological disease affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal […]

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Love in the Rain: Music, Memory and the Soft Defiance of Joy at NIROX Sculpture Park

Under a sky that threatened rain but never quite committed to grief, lovers gathered among stone and silence at the NIROX Sculpture Park. It was the day after Valentine’s Day—a time when love, already declared, grows quieter. Less performative. More real. Blankets lay across damp grass, with couples leaning into each other for warmth. Wine glasses trembled slightly in the cold and then the music began. The Concert for Love […]

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