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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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Government moves to expand National Anti-Gang Strategy across the country

Acting Police Minister, Firoz Cachalia, says government's revised National Anti-Gang Violence Strategy will be rolled out in Gauteng, the Western Cape, the Eastern Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal, following a recent surge in violent attacks. Cachalia, accompanied by his deputy, Polly Boshielo, and National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola, visited the gang-riddled communities of Westbury and Reiger Park on Monday. Last month, Deputy President Paul Mashatile announced the rollout of the strategy, which […]

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Netflix: Stranger Things Competition

Thought Hawkins was done with us? Think again! Stranger Things season 5 is almost here, and Y’s got something special for the die-hard fans! Take part in our fan quiz by commenting on our Stranger Things post — and you could be chosen to show off your Upside Down trivia on-air! Win R2 000, and 4 tickets to the Stranger Things: Ride to Gold Reef City event, and a chance to […]

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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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Madlanga Commission | Suspended EMPD chief says disciplining deputy led to his downfall

Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) Chief of Police, Isaac Mapiyeye, says his attempts to discipline his deputy, Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi, were repeatedly obstructed — ultimately leading to his own suspension last year. Testifying before the Madlanga Commission on Friday, Mapiyeye detailed allegations of misconduct by several of his subordinates during his tenure. He accused Mkhwanazi of, among other things, illegally granting blue-light privileges to businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, and […]

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KZN residents take to the streets to reclaim Durban’s South Beach

Durban’s city center came to a standstill today as hundreds of protesters, led by the March and March Movement and joined by several political parties, took to the streets to demand stronger action against alleged illegal activities occurring in the South Beach area. The demonstration began outside the Durban City Hall and proceeded to the Point Police Station, where protesters carried placards and chanted slogans calling for accountability from law […]

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Stranded South Africans in Ukraine highlight job crisis at home: FOSA

The Forum for South Africa (FOSA) says the plight of 17 South Africans stranded in the war-torn Donbas region of Ukraine highlights the country’s unemployment crisis and lack of economic opportunities. The men, aged between 20 and 39, were allegedly lured into joining mercenary forces involved in the Russia-Ukraine war under the guise of lucrative job offers. The group, made up of individuals from KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape, reached out […]

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Madlanga Commission | Suspended EMPD head claims Matlala’s company was awarded security tender illegally

Suspended EMPD chief, Isaac Mapiyeye, exposed controversial agreements with Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s companies during his testimony at the Madlanga Commission. Mapiyeye, told the commission on Thursday, that Matlala’s company, CAT VIP Security Services, was fraudulently awarded a tender during the COVID-19 pandemic. He revealed that in 2020, the City of Ekurhuleni issued a public tender for security providers, and Matlala’s company was initially not among the successful bidders. He claims […]

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Broos explains Lorch snub

Bafana Bafana coach, Hugo Broos, has made it clear that he will not be calling up Thembinkosi Lorch to the national team despite his scintillating form at Moroccan giants Wydad Casablanca. Lorch has had a great start to the 2025/26 season in North Africa, scoring four goals in eight games after also having a good FIFA Club World campaign in the USA. However, Broos insisted that he doesn’t believe Lorch […]

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