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Madlanga Commission | Witness says investigators bribed and threatened in Tau murder case

The Madlanga Commission heard explosive testimony from Witness B, who claims that the investigating team handling the 2024 assassination of Armand Swart was threatened and pressured to abandon the case. The witness, who admitted the investigation felt unusually heavy to manage, detailed serious interference faced by her team during the probe. Warrant Officer Pule Tau was arrested and is currently standing trial for Swart’s murder. Witness B told the Commission […]

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Lesufi pulls the plug on AmaPanyaza, to be retrained as traffic officers

Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi, has announced that the Crime Prevention Wardens Programme — commonly known as AmaPanyaza — will be disbanded to allow members to undergo formal training and transition into provincial traffic officers. Introduced in 2023 to support law enforcement efforts, the programme has faced controversy, with critics questioning the wardens’ training and legal status. That same year, then Justice Minister Ronald Lamola designated them as peace officers, but […]

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Westbury attack shows police failures to address gangsterism: FOSA

Civic movement, Forum for South Africa (FOSA) says the recent attack on teenagers in Westbury is further proof that police have no effective plan to combat gangsterism. Two teenagers, aged 17 and 18, were killed and five others critically injured after gunmen ambushed them in what’s believed to be a gang-related shooting. FOSA leader, Tebogo Mashilompane, says South Africa’s criminal justice system is riddled with loopholes — and the consequences […]

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Proteas Women overcome rain and Pakistan to sit top of World Cup log

The Proteas Women braved both the weather and a spirited Pakistan side to climb to the top of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 standings. Having already secured a semi-final berth, South Africa took on Pakistan on Tuesday — a must-win match for the subcontinental side to keep their tournament hopes alive. Chasing a DLS-adjusted target of 306, Pakistan faltered early, as they lost four wickets before rain halted […]

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Operation Dudula accused of trying to erase the legacy of African solidarity

Political commentator, Goodenough Mashego, has labelled Operation Dudula a xenophobic movement, accusing it of displaying a dangerous ignorance of South Africa’s history. Mashego's comments come as some social media users continue to criticise Operation Dudula leader Zandile Dabula, who failed to name the Frontline States during a recent TV interview with eNCA. WATCH | A video of Operation Dudula leader Zandile Dabula has gone viral after she struggled to answer […]

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Madlanga Commission | Witness claims Sibiya has close ties to Malema

Witness A at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has made explosive allegations, linking suspended Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya to EFF leader Julius Malema. According to the witness, General Richard Shibiri, head of the police’s Organised Crime Unit, told him that Sibiya is a close friend of Malema. Witness A has been providing his version of events surrounding the arrest of businessman Katiso "KT" Molefe, who was recently granted bail […]

todayOctober 21, 2025 262

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City of Joburg defends clean-up drive as court battle heats up

The City of Johannesburg says it needs more time to prepare its case in response to an urgent application filed by informal traders at the Johannesburg High Court on Tuesday. The traders are challenging the City’s ongoing by-law enforcement operations in the inner city, which have led to the eviction of many vendors from their trading spots over alleged non-compliance. Tensions were high at the Johannesburg High Court as informal […]

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Resignation from UJ not an admission of guilt: Rafadi

Private investigator and crime expert, Calvin Rafadi, says his resignation from the University of Johannesburg (UJ) should not be seen as an admission of guilt. Rafadi, who recently stepped down as a research associate at the institution, has been implicated in proceedings before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Witness X, whose identity was withheld due to safety concerns, told the commission that Rafadi allegedly sought favours from attempted murder accused, […]

todayOctober 21, 2025 162

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No bad blood between Mayo & Mmodi following AmaZulu blunder

Kaizer Chiefs forwards, Khanyisa Mayo and Pule Mmodi, say there is no bad blood between them following the offside goal incident against AmaZulu FC earlier this month, at FNB Stadium. During the match, Mayo prevented Mmodi from scoring what would have been his first goal of the season. However, the CR Belouizdad striker, who is on loan at Chiefs, managed to get a touch on the ball before it crossed […]

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Tshwane protesters demand President Ramaphosa’s resignation

  Civil society organisation, Stand Up SA, has given President Cyril Ramaphosa seven days to respond to a list of urgent demands. The movement in partnership with the youth-led organisation Enough Is Enough, led a “Ramaphosa Must Go” march to the Union Buildings in Pretoria on Monday, accusing the President of being a weak and ineffective leader, citing his continued silence in the face of deepening economic, political, and social […]

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