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Roelf Meyer’s appointment as US ambassador met with mixed reactions

Political analyst, Sipho Seete, has slammed the appointment of Roelf Meyer as South Africa’s ambassador to the United States, describing it as a "shameful, spineless capitulation" that undermines the aspirations of the black majority. Seete criticised President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision, alleging a long-standing relationship between the two has influenced key policy directions. "From close quarters, I witnessed the inappropriate personal friendship and political relationship between Cyril Ramaphosa and Roelf Meyer. […]

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Madlanga Commission | Mkhwanazi under fire over contradictory statements

Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief of Police, Julius Mkhwanazi, has told the Madlanga Commission that an IPID investigator guided him on how to frame statements related to a controversial 2023 operation. Mkhwanazi testified at the commission on Wednesday amid scrutiny over inconsistencies in two statements he submitted about the operation. In an initial statement dated 2 May 2023, Mkhwanazi said Constables Kasher-Lee Stols and Adrian McKenzie informed […]

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Batohi defends NPA record on TRC cases despite structural hurdles

Former National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), Shamila Batohi, has defended the National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA) efforts to pursue justice in long-delayed apartheid-era cases, telling the TRC Cases Inquiry that meaningful progress was made despite deep institutional challenges. Batohi, who led the NPA from February 2019 until January 2026, testified before the inquiry chaired by Justice Sisi Khampepe, which is probing delays in prosecuting cases where amnesty was denied by […]

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Tyla becomes most nominated African artist in AMA history

South African Grammy Award-winning artist, Tyla, has become the most nominated African Artist in the history of the American Music Awards (AMA). The music sensation bagged four nominations at this year's AMAs, including Best Afrobeats Artist, Best Female R&B artist, as well as Social Song of the Year and Best Music Video for her single Chanel. Tyla will go up against music heavyweights such as Summer Walker, SZA, Kehlani, and […]

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SA ‘A’ team back on rugby calendar

The South African 'A' rugby team will return to action this year, when they square up against the Zimbabwe Sables, as a curtain-raiser to the Springboks’ season opener against the Barbarians in Gqeberha on 20 June. The SA 'A' side last played in 2022, when they took on Munster and the Bristol Bears in the UK, under the guidance of Springbok assistant coach, Mzwandile Stick. Zimbabwe, who are also preparing […]

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Madlanga Commission | Mkhwanazi accused of evading testimony

The Madlanga Commission has raised concerns that suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief of Police, Julius Mkhwanazi, may have misled the inquiry regarding his absence from proceedings. Mkhwanazi had told the commission, a day before he was due to testify, that he needed to attend his mother’s funeral. However, the commission says records obtained from Home Affairs indicate that Petunia Mkhwanazi, whom Mkhwanazi had previously named as his […]

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Malema confident ahead of pre-sentencing as State pushes for jail time

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, says he remains confident that "justice will prevail" as he prepares for his pre-sentencing hearing on Wednesday at the East London Magistrate’s Court. Malema was found guilty in October last year by Magistrate, Twanet Olivier, on multiple charges, including unlawful possession and discharge of a firearm, reckless endangerment, and failure to take reasonable precautions. The charges stem from a July 2018 EFF rally […]

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Buthelezi murder trial delayed again as lawyer’s accident fuels family frustration

The trial of former police constable. Mandla Buthelezi, accused of killing Gauteng traffic warden Chesney Keppler, has been postponed once again - this time after his legal representative was injured in a car accident. Buthelezi briefly appeared in the Johannesburg High Court on Tuesday, where proceedings were expected to get underway alongside his co-accused, Llewellyn Meyers. However, the trial could not proceed after his lawyer, Sphamandla Madinane, was hospitalised following […]

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From trusted leader to accused: Dobsonville pastor in child rape case

Residents in Dobsonville say the 58-year-old pastor accused of raping a 12-year-old girl was widely regarded as a trusted and influential figure in the community. A disturbing video linked to the case, showing the young girl lying naked on a table and appearing dazed while a woman confronts a man she accuses of sexual assault, has been widely circulated on social media, sparking outrage. Scores of residents, activists and members […]

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Proteas Women squad to face India revealed

Titans wicketkeeper-batter, Tebogo Macheke, has earned her maiden call-up to the Proteas Women squad for their five-match T20 International series against India on home soil from 17 to 27 April. The 15-player squad will be led by captain, Laura Wolvaardt, in what will be their final official assignment ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England in June. Macheke replaces Karabo Meso who has been ruled out […]

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