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Government must take responsibility for any 30 June unrest, says Ngobese-Zuma

Organisers behind the planned nationwide demonstrations on 30 June say government, not protest organisers, should be held responsible for any violence or unrest that may occur during next week's action. The coalition of civic groups backing the campaign against illegal immigration, which includes March and March and United South Africa, made the remarks during a media briefing in Midrand on Wednesday, as the South African Police Service (SAPS) continues preparations […]

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Fate of possible “Cat” Matlala plea deal rests with magistrate: NPA

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says the magistrate presiding over the case involving alleged underworld kingpin, Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala, has yet to consider a proposed plea agreement. According to the NPA, any potential plea deal will only proceed once the magistrate has applied their mind to the agreement and determined whether it is in the interests of justice. Matlala appeared briefly in the Pretoria Magistrates Court today in connection with […]

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Dambile targeting Commonwealth gold

After claiming a personal best and the gold medal at the Diamond League meeting in Doha this past weekend, South African 200m champion, Sinesipho Dambile, has set his sights on winning gold at next month's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Dambile won the men’s 200m in race in 19.74 seconds, shaving off 0.03 off his personal best of 19.77. The Athletics Gauteng North sprinter says this has been the best […]

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South Africa cannot afford repeat of July 2021 unrest, says Cachalia

Acting Police Minister, Firoz Cachalia, says South Africa cannot afford a repeat of the devastating July 2021 unrest, as security forces intensify preparations ahead of planned nationwide demonstrations on 30 June. Cachalia has embarked on a nationwide readiness assessment, with all nine provinces included in his itinerary to ensure law enforcement agencies are prepared to maintain law and order on the day of planned protests. Speaking during a visit to […]

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Madlanga Commission | Witness K details alleged precious stones deal involving EMPD officials and fallout with Mkhwanazi

Witness K has rejected claims that she was handed a box containing sugilite precious stones after they were allegedly unlawfully seized from their owner on 11 February 2023 by Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) officials. The claims are contained in a statement by EMPD Constable, Kesher-Lee Stols, one of the officers alleged to have gone to a Killarney apartment to seize the stones on the instruction of suspended EMPD Deputy […]

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Gauteng probes cost of educating undocumented foreign learners amid growing pressure on schools

The Gauteng Department of Education has launched an investigation into the financial impact of educating undocumented foreign learners as schools continue to face mounting pressure from overcrowding and rising enrolment. The issue was raised during the tabling of the department's 2026/27 budget vote by Education MEC, Lebogang Maile, in the Gauteng Legislature on Tuesday. Gauteng operates the largest public education system in South Africa, currently serving more than 2.8 million […]

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SCA clears way for Edgar Lungu burial in South Africa

The family of former Zambian President, Edgar Lungu, has succeeded in its bid to have him buried in South Africa. This comes after the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) set aside a High Court ruling that had authorised the Zambian government to repatriate Lungu's remains for burial in his home country. Lungu died at a hospital in South Africa in June last year. His remains have been in a mortuary […]

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Madlanga Commission | Video and chats link Matlala to alleged cocaine supply to van Wyk

The Madlanga Commission has heard evidence of a video reportedly sent by alleged underworld figure, Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala to Medicare24 CEO, Michael 'Mike' van Wyk, showing six bricks of cocaine. Proceedings continued on Monday with evidence against Van Wyk after he failed to testify, reportedly following a panic attack that resulted in his admission to the psychiatric ward at Jacaranda Hospital over the weekend. The cocaine bricks, branded with the […]

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IEC announces second voter registration weekend after youth dominate turnout

The Electoral Commission (IEC) has announced a second voter registration weekend, set for 1 and 2 August, following a strong turnout by young South Africans during the latest registration drive ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. Close to 3 million voter registrations were recorded nationwide over the weekend of 20 and 21 June, which the IEC says reflects growing enthusiasm among young people to participate in elections.  IEC chief, […]

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Kolisi backs Bafana to deliver against South Korea

Back to back Rugby World Cup winning Springbok captain, Siya Kolisi, is backing Bafana Bafana to produce a statement performance when they take on South Korea in their final group match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday morning in Monterrey. Bafana will meet the Asians in a must-win clash if they are to make history and reach the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time. […]

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