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Madlanga Commission | KZN Hawks head denies ties to ‘Cat’ Matlala

KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head, Major-General Lesetja Senona, has denied that his relationship with alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala was transactional. Senona testified before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Tuesday, responding to allegations that he maintained close ties with Matlala, following the emergence of WhatsApp messages suggesting favours may have been exchanged. He told the commission that he was never involved in corruption or political interference within the criminal justice […]

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Gauteng steps up foot-and-mouth disease response, backs local vaccine production

Gauteng Agriculture and Rural Development MEC, Vuyiswa Ramokgopa, says South Africa’s recurring Foot-and-Mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks have highlighted the urgent need to rebuild the country’s local vaccine manufacturing capacity. This comes as the province intensifies efforts to contain the highly contagious disease, following the rollout of the national FMD response plan and the approval of Gauteng’s own provincial strategy. Briefing the media on Tuesday, Ramokgopa said Gauteng’s response is guided […]

todayJanuary 27, 2026 51

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Maharaj backs Brevis’ form ahead of World Cup

Pretoria Capitals captain, Keshav Maharaj, has praised Dewald Brevis for rediscovering his form and maturity at a crucial stage of the season. Brevis played a key role for the Capitals in the closing stages of the SA20 competition, helping them reach the final of the competition’s fourth season. Although the Pretoria fell short against Sunrisers Eastern Cape in Sunday's final at Newlands, Cape Town, Brevis was named Player of the […]

todayJanuary 26, 2026 32

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Unemployed youth voice frustration over job crisis after Mantashe comments

Members of the National Youth Unemployment Movement (NYUM) have accused the South African government of failing the country’s youth, citing a lack of urgency and accountability in addressing unemployment. The civic movement had planned to march to the African National Congress' (ANC) headquarters, Luthuli House, where they planned to hand over a memorandum of demands and CV's calling for increased job creation, skills development and training programmes for the youth. […]

todayJanuary 26, 2026 89

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DJ Warras murder case | Alleged mastermind denied bail

The alleged mastermind in the DJ Warras murder case, Victor Majola has been denied bail by the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court. The 44-year-old faces charges of premeditated murder and conspiracy to commit murder, in connection to the fatal shooting of the popular DJ in the Johannesburg CBD in December last year. Warras, whose real name was Warrick Stock, was shot and killed outside the Zambesi Building near the Carlton Centre. He […]

todayJanuary 26, 2026 71

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Death of 14 learners defies life’s natural order – Chiloane

Gauteng Education MEC, Matome Chiloane, says the sudden death of the 14 learners in a scholar transport in Vanderbijlpark, defies life’s natural order. Chiloane addressed mourners at a mass memorial service, held today in Sebokeng, where families, community members and government officials gathered to honour the victims. Eleven learners died at the scene of the crash, while three others succumbed to their injuries in hospital, with two of them passing […]

todayJanuary 23, 2026 80

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“I’m not afraid of prison or death” – Malema

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, says he will not be threatened into changing his political beliefs, even if he faces the prospect of imprisonment. Malema appeared in the East London High Court today for pre-sentencing in his firearm discharge case. The EFF leader faces multiple charges, including possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, discharging a firearm in a built-up area and recklessly endangering people and property. He […]

todayJanuary 23, 2026 98

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Manamela optimistic about 2026 academic year

Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, says he is confident the 2026 academic year will be more stable, with ongoing monitoring to ensure the smooth functioning of institutions. He also acknowledged that challenges remain and said the department is working to close gaps and provide additional support to students to improve their overall learning experience. Crackdown on illegal private institutions Manamela further also confirmed that the department is […]

todayJanuary 22, 2026 28

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Public calls for swift sentencing of cellphone snatcher

Members of the public are calling for swift justice in the case of the viral phone snatcher, Nobert Zapambela, saying authorities must ensure the matter is concluded without delay. The 26-year-old Zimbabwean national was arrested in December at a flat in Hillbrow, Johanesburg, after allegedly snatching a woman’s cellphone in Brooklyn, Pretoria before fleeing the scene. The incident gained national attention after a video of the alleged crime circulated widely […]

todayJanuary 21, 2026 42