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Mokwena backs Lorch to change Broos’ mind

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates head coach, Rhulani Mokwena, has urged Thembinkosi Lorch to draw inspiration from Themba Zwane as he continues to be overlooked by Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos, despite his impressive form for Wydad Casablanca. Lorch has scored five goals in nine matches for the Moroccan club, prompting questions over his continued exclusion from recent national team selections. Mokwena, who previously coached Lorch at Pirates, advised […]

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SAHRC flags overcrowding and systemic failures in Gauteng schools

The South African Human Rights Commission says Gauteng schools are facing a serious overcrowding crisis, with some classrooms accommodating more than 50 learners. Releasing its 2025 School Readiness Monitoring Report on Wednesday, the Commission said the findings expose deep-rooted problems in South Africa’s education system — including infrastructure backlogs, delays in school placements, and deteriorating learning conditions. The report, which monitored 150 schools across all nine provinces, including 20 in […]

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Madlanga Commission | Commissioner Spies says EMPD needs tighter vetting systems

Former Ekurhuleni Metro Police Chief, Revo Spies, has criticised the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department's (EMPD) for what he calls dangerously weak vetting systems that allow convicted criminals to enter — and remain within — the force. Testifying before the Madlanga Commission, Spies said the City of Ekurhuleni’s personnel vetting system urgently needs to be overhauled, claiming that hundreds of officers facing criminal charges continue to serve in the metro police. […]

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Matlala case moves to High Court with new lawyer; ‘KT’ Molefe case delayed again

Alleged criminal mastermind Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala is set to appear at the Johannesburg High Court in January next year — now with a new lawyer by his side. The controversial businessman, accused of ordering a hit on his former girlfriend Tebogo Thobejane, appeared in the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, where the State successfully consolidated three separate dockets into a single case. Matlala now faces a total of 11 attempted […]

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Madlanga Commission | EMPD Deputy chief implicated in a string of serious crimes

Former Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Chief of Police for Auxiliary and Support Services, Revo Spies, has made explosive allegations linking EMPD deputy chief, Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi, and several other officers to serious criminal activities — including murder, kidnapping, extortion, and theft. Spies testified before the Madlanga Commission on Monday for a second day, recounting what he described as deep-rooted corruption within the EMPD. He told the commission that during […]

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We won’t underestimate Italy: Brown

Springbok assistant coach, Tony Brown, says the Boks will not underestimate Italy as the teams prepare to face the Azzuri in Turin on Saturday. He noted that Italy's 26-19 victory over Australia last weekend highlighted the progress the team has been making. The Boks extended their lead on the world rankings over New Zealand on the weekend, and despite taking on tenth-placed Italy on Saturday, Brown said they expect a […]

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Khampepe Inquiry delayed amid calls for evidence leader’s recusal

The long-awaited Khampepe Commission of Inquiry — established to probe allegations of political interference in the prosecution of apartheid-era crimes — has been delayed by two weeks. The hearings, scheduled to begin on Monday morning at the Sci-Bono Discovery Centre in Newtown, were abruptly halted after several legal representatives questioned the appointment of evidence leader, Advocate Ishmael Semenya, calling for his recusal. Advocate Kgomotso Moroka, from the Department of Justice […]

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Kolisi grateful ahead of Bok century

Springbok captain, Siya Kolisi, has expressed his gratitude to those who have supported him throughout his journey, on the eve of his 100th Test cap for South Africa. Kolisi will become South Africa’s ninth Test centurion when the Springboks take on France at Stade de France on Saturday night. Raised in the Eastern Cape township of Zwide, the loose-forward was primarily brought up by his grandmother and credited coaches and teachers from […]

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Diepsloot toddler’s family slams delays in brutal attack case

Disclaimer: This article contains graphic details and may be distressing to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. The family of the 3-year-old girl, who was raped, stabbed, and abandoned on the roof of a shack in Lion Park, Diepsloot, says repeated postponement of the case are deliberate delaying tactics that are taking a severe emotional toll on the family. The 28-year-old suspect, who is the child's mother’s ex-boyfriend and a […]

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