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Johnson dismisses SAPS docket leak allegations as vague and unsubstantiated.
IDAC head Advocate Andrea Johnson has denied any involvement in an alleged "Khan-IDAC cabal" within the South African Police Service (SAPS) or the Independent Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC). Testifying before the Madlanga Commission, Johnson said she has no knowledge of the existence of such a group within either SAPS or IDAC. She told the commission that, if such a cabal does exist, she is
Motsoaledi welcomes R325 million fraud asset forfeiture in Tembisa case.
The NPA says alleged Tembisa Hospital looting kingpin Hangwani Maumela will face criminal charges over tender fraud allegations. This follows a High Court order- to forfeit around 326- million rand in assets- which include properties in Gauteng, Cape Town and KwaZulu-Natal and luxury vehicles allegedly bought with proceeds from Tembisa Hospital Contracts. Over two-billion Rand for PPE and ho
IDAC's Andrea Johnson reveals death threats before Khumalo's June 2025 arrest.
IDAC Head Advocate Andrea Johnson has told the Madlanga Commission she received a death threat shortly before the arrest of Lieutenant-General Shadrack Khumalo and his co-accused in June 2025. Johnson says the threatening message warned her and members of the investigation team to "get body bags ready." She says it was the first death threat she had received in her career as a prosecutor. The matt
Weekly Coalface feature with Martin Creamer.
This Friday, SAfm’s radio anchor Sakina Kamwendo once again spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News & Mining Weekly, delving deeper into the world of mining and engineering.
Analyst: Immigration tensions could risk Namibia-South Africa decades-long cooperation.
South Africa and Namibia are set to strengthen ties as leaders meet in the 4th Session of the South Africa-Namibia Binational Commission. Ministers from both countries have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen co-operation. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says the relationship between South Africa and Namibia is a special one. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Professor Henning Melber, Analyst and
Limpopo arrests 3,000 undocumented foreigners monthly - Major General Scheepers
More than 300 undocumented migrants have now been arrested in Limpopo. This as officials from the police, Home Affairs and the Hawks conduct a multidisciplinary operation to deal with illegal immigration. Police have set up roadblocks across the province including the Capricorn District where some commuters have abandoned their vehicles. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to the province's Acting police commis
At least five initiates have died in North West during this initiation season.
The North West government has expressed profound sadness and extended its heartfelt condolences to the families of two young initiates who tragically lost their lives during the 2026 winter initiation season. One initiate died at a registered initiation school in Bodibe Village, while the other died at an illegal initiation school in Khuma. Authorities have since closed the illegal school and resc
Gauteng Government welcomes Public Protector Food safety report.
The Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka has raised concerns over the low compliance of spaza shops with licensing and food safety regulations across Gauteng. Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka says municipalities are struggling to enforce health and business laws because of a severe shortage of Environmental Health Practitioners. The Public Protector office, today released the findings of an investigat
City Power says 90% electricity restored to most affected Johannesburg customers.
City Power says is responding to a major network failure at the Orlando Switching Station, leaving thousands of customers across southern and western Johannesburg without electricity. The power utility says the outage was triggered by a burnt pole-mounted transformer at Eikenhof, followed by a secondary fault on a breaker supplying the switching station. Areas served by the Reuven, Lenasia and Hur
Two former EMPD officers granted R5,000 bail each.
Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police officer Adrian MacKenzie and former EMPD officer Kersha-Leigh Stols have each been granted R5,000 bail by the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court. The pair face charges linked to the alleged unlawful raid on a Johannesburg property where precious stones worth nearly R15 million were seized. Charges against private security boss Etienne van der Walt have been withdrawn
Madlanga Commission hears evidence on Fadiel Adams investigation.
The Madlanga Commission has heard that a junior investigator from the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption, or IDAC, assisted in collecting police dockets linked to the National Coloured Congress (NCC) leader and MP, Fadiel Adams investigation. Senior IDAC investigator Colonel Brian Padayachee testified that WhatsApp messages dated the 6th of December 2024 indicate investigators were alrea
CASAC: Court to balance Pres Ramaphosa's irreparable-harm claims against Parliament's constitutional duties.
President Cyril Ramaphosa's legal team has argued at the High Court in Cape Town that misconduct without evidence of acting in bad faith, does not automatically equate to impeachment. The President wants the Parliamentary Impeachment Committee process suspended pending the review of the Section 89 Independent Panel report, that found that he has a prima facie case to answer over the Phala Phala ma
High Court to rule next week on President Ramaphosa impeachment bid
President Cyril Ramaphosa's legal team has argued at the High Court in Cape Town that misconduct without evidence of acting in bad faith, does not automatically equate to impeachment. The President wants the Parliamentary Impeachment Committee process suspended pending the review of the Section 89 Independent Panel report, that found that he has a prima facie case to answer over the Phala Phala ma
Officials may have failed to protect state-owned buildings, says Deputy Minister
The Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala is today leading a departmental operation to reclaim illegally occupied and hijacked state-owned properties in Mogale City, Gauteng. This is part of the Department's Operation Bring Back (OBB) campaign and Deputy Minister Zikalala is conducting site visits to several illegally occupied and hijacked state properties.Sakina Kamwe
SAFA mourns former Bafana player Jayden Adams' passing.
SAFA Vice-President Linda Zwane says the death of former Bafana Bafana player Jayden Adams has plunged South African football into profound shock and grief. Speaking at Adams' memorial service, he described the 25-year-old as a beacon of hope, a humble young man and an exceptional football talent whose promising career was cut short. Family, friends, government officials, teammates and supporters
Mbalula distances himself from TRC-related investigations
Former Police Minister and current ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has denied any involvement in Truth and Reconciliation Commission-related investigations during his tenure as police minister. Testifying before the TRC Inquiry, Mbalula said he had no authority over TRC investigations or prosecutions and never influenced decisions involving those cases. He told the commission he never attende
Madlanga Commission postponements driving costs higher, warns Bolhuis
The Madlanga Commission has postponed alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala's testimony to 1 September 2026, after granting his legal team's application for a postponement. Matlala's lawyers argued that compelling him to testify before the commission would undermine his Section 35 constitutional rights as an accused person, ahead of his attempted murder trial, which is due to begin next
Final voter registration weekend starts 1 August
INTRO: "ELECTION WEDNESDAYS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE IEC". The Electoral Commission is reinforcing its message on the voter registration process as a final call to eligible citizens ahead of the second voter registration weekend. Following the 2nd and final Weekend Registration on the 1st and 2nd August 2026, the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) is expected to
Regional king's advance migration diplomacy with President Mnangagwa.
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa says his meeting with King Misuzulu kaZwelithini and King Ndamase reaffirmed the deep historical and cultural ties between Zimbabwe and South Africa. Speaking after the talks in Harare, Mnangagwa says traditional leaders remain central to preserving Africa's heritage and promoting peace and unity. The meeting also focused on migration challenges facing the r
Minister Dean Macpherson: Church backs building collapse probe before rebuilding resumes.
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has on Tuesday visited the Nazareth Baptist Church in Inanda, KwaZulu-Natal, following the wall collapse that left 12 people injured, with four still in hospital. The Minister extended his sympathies to those affected and met church elders at the site. Macpherson says the church has agreed to a Council for the Built Environment investigation
Former police minister Bheki Cele seeks truth behind apartheid-era killings.
Former Police Minister Bheki Cele has told the TRC Cases Inquiry that he still wants the truth about the murders and disappearances of anti-apartheid activists. Cele says the urge to know who killed Victoria Mxenge and many others has never faded, adding that uncovering the truth would bring comfort to affected families. He also told the commission he was arrested almost every week after Mxenge's
Analyst: AmaZulu royal controversy raises questions over leadership stability.
King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has dismissed Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi as Traditional Prime Minister of the Zulu Nation for the second time in less than a year. The King has appointed Inkosi Phathisizwe Chiliza, formerly the deputy Traditional Prime Minister, to the position. Chiliza will serve as the King's principal traditional adviser and coordinate the affairs of the Traditional Prime Minister
Over 1,000 arrested during Free State Operation Shanela.
More than one-thousand suspects have been arrested across the Free State during police's Operation Shanela. Free State police says the multi-disciplinary operation included inspections of liquor outlets, scrapyard's, second-hand dealers and informal businesses. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Free State police Spokesperson, Mahlomola Kareli....
Tshuma extradition case postponed to 22 August.
Police say work is underway to obtain a full extradition request to have triple murder accused Ndodana Tshuma extradited to the United Kingdom. Tshuma's matter relating to the possession of an unlicensed firearm as well as his extradition case have been postponed to July 22 in the Johannesburg Magistrates court.The 45 year old Zimbabwean national is accused of killing his 42-year-old wife, Nothabo
Mothiba denies interfering in TRC case investigations.
Former acting National Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Lesetja Mothiba has told the TRC Cases Inquiry he never oversaw, directed or interfered in investigations into apartheid-era TRC cases. Mothiba says the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation operates independently of the SAPS, reports to the Police Minister and Parliament, and has a ring-fenced budget beyond the National Commissi
Madlanga Commission urged to verify witness illness claims independently.
The head of the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption, Advocate Andrea Johnson, has been rushed to hospital. She was due to testify before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria on Monday. Johnson is facing a range of allegations including claims of interfering in investigations related to a complaint against suspended Crime Intelligence head Feroz Khan. The commission has now adjou
OR Tambo flights resume after dense fog clears
Several flights were delayed, and others may be diverted at OR Tambo International Airport this morning after thick fog reduced visibility, disrupting operations. Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) says the conditions had caused low visibility, affecting arrivals and departures. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to the Head of Operations at OR Tambo Air Traffic Navigation Services, Dhipak Lalla
How Best Do We Tackle Parental?
The African Transformation Movement (ATM) has called on Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Social Development to urgently investigate what it describes as a growing crisis of fathers being denied access to their children and the impact this has on children, families and society as a whole. ATM says South Africa is confronted with a silent crisis that receives far too little attention from policym
Major General Kekana: Illegal mining crackdown continues across Gauteng.
Gauteng police have arrested over 70 alleged illegal mining suspects in Mohlakeng during a multidisciplinary operation. The police have impounded two motor vehicles, seized more than 20 generators, and confiscated over 100 bags of gold-bearing material. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Policing, Major General Fred Kekana....
Roelofse questions Feroz Khan's alleged access to docket
The Madlanga Commission has heard allegations that the head of the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), Advocate Andrea Johnson, asked former journalist and now AfriForum spokesperson Barry Bateman to source a document relating to a criminal complaint against suspended Deputy Crime Intelligence head, Major General Feroz Khan. The complaint stemmed from a case of common assault and
Madlanga Commission hears no SAPS lifestyle audits conducted
The Madlanga Commission heard evidence from a World Bank anti-corruption expert on Thursday (9 July). Dr Albertus Schoeman testified about the financial disclosure regimes applicable within South Africa's criminal justice system. Schoeman also told the Commission that no full lifestyle audits have been conducted on the leadership of the South African Police Service over the past five years. Meanwh
Security provider awaits Gauteng payment after 15 months
Gauteng Finance MEC Nkululeko Dunga hosted an Unpaid Service Providers Imbizo at the Johannesburg City Hall. The department says the gathering aims to create a structured platform for engagement between the Gauteng Provincial Government and service providers on outstanding invoice payments, supplier experiences with government departments and entities, and broader challenges affecting relations be
Home Affairs committee backs tougher migration and border reforms.
Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs says it will recommend that the national Treasury considers increasing the budget allocation for the Border Management Authority. The committee concluded its two-day oversight visit at the Musina repatriation centre and the Beitbridge Border Post in Limpopo. The oversight visit focused on assessing border operations and the ongoing repatriation proc
SALGA warns municipal funding model fails rural municipalities.
More than 60 municipalities have been flagged by National Treasury for defaulting on payments to service providers for years, accumulating billions in debt to Eskom and water boards, and failing to pay workers' pension contributions amounting to R1.43bn. National Treasury says the aim of its action is to ensure fiscal discipline among local authorities. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Councillor Lesetja
Sinkala urges diplomacy as Iran ceasefire unravels.
US President Donald Trump has told NATO that the ceasefire deal with Iran is "over" and he don't want to engage with Tehran. Speaking in the Turkish capital Ankara, ahead of a NATO summit, Trump blasted the Iranian leadership, with a string of derogatory terms. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to International Relations Expert, Dr Charles Sinkala,
IEC proposes code to combat election misinformation, disinformation.
Electoral Commission calls on South Africans to comment on draft electoral code of conduct countering disinformation. The Electoral Commission has published the draft Electoral Code of Conduct on Countering Disinformation in the Government Gazette for public comment, marking an important milestone in safeguarding the integrity of electoral processes ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. Th
Madlanga Commission hears Witness M's testimony behind closed doors.
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has gone behind closed doors to hear testimony from Witness M after granting a request for an in-camera hearing. The witness told the commission the evidence contains highly sensitive information allegedly involving heads of state, organised crime syndicates and other powerful figures. Witness M also cited safety concerns for themselves and their family. Commissi
NEHAWU challenges Ombud's findings on healthcare worker deaths.
The Health Ombud, Professor Taole Mokoena, says investigators have found no evidence that workplace bullying, victimisation or poor working conditions directly caused the deaths of six healthcare workers investigated at five public hospitals in KwaZulu-Natal. However, the Ombud says the probe uncovered serious systemic problems that require urgent government intervention. The Health Ombud's Office
Public Protector faults Cape Town over service delivery failures.
Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka has found the City of Cape Town to have violated several sections of the South African Constitution by failure to provide access to water amongst other things in Langa and Khayelitsha townships.
Expert: Treasury funding freeze exposes municipal governance crisis
National Treasury says is in a process to temporarily withhold July 2026 funds to 69 municipalities across all nine provinces over persistent financial management failures. Treasury says the move is intended to enforce fiscal discipline, improve accountability and address unauthorised, irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure. The affected municipalities allegedly failed to comply with the Mu
BMA says multi-agency operations prevented wanted suspects from fleeing SA
The Border Management Authority has TODAY addressed a media briefings on the processing and repatriation of undocumented immigrants at a repatriation centre in Musina. Thousands of immigrants have been processed and repatriated in Musina and the centre is still receiving some migrants coming from various parts of the country. Sakina kamwendo spoke to Border Management Authority Spokesperson, Mmemm
Chaskalson scrutinises Khan's alleged WhatsApp chats at Madlanga Commission
The Madlanga Commission has heard allegations that suspended deputy Crime Intelligence head Major General Feroz Khan used EFF leader Julius Malema to advance his own agenda in Parliament. Evidence leader Advocate Matthew Chaskalson presented WhatsApp messages containing parliamentary questions that were to be asked by Malema to former Inspector-General of Intelligence, Isaac Dintwe. The Commission
Malawian national dies en route after falling ill.
A Malawian immigrant who had been processed at the Musina repatriation centre and enroute to the Beitbridge border post in Musina, Limpopo, has died. According to information, the immigrant collapsed and died in the bus after complaining of ill health. The undocumented immigrants are being processed outside the border post prior to their repatriation. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Rudzani
Analyst says Madlanga evidence supports Mkhwanazi corruption claims.
One year after KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi made explosive allegations of corruption, criminal infiltration within law enforcement and political interference in policing. Mkhwanazi alleged that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu unlawfully disbanded the Political Killings Task Team and ordered the seizure of its case dockets. The allegations prompted President
Killarney precious stones raid case postponed to 16 July.
Police watchdog, IPID, believes it has a strong case against the two accused arrested in connection with the alleged 2023 theft of precious metals and stones worth just under15-million rand. Ekurhuleni Metro Police officer Adrian MacKenzie and businessman Etienne van der Walt were arrested by IPID this weekend. The pair appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court earlier today, where their cas
About 500 asylum seekers await safe accommodation in Durban
More buses are expected to arrive at Durban's old drive in today as efforts intensify to clear what is hoped is the last group of Malawian nationals still camped outside the decommissioned temporary repatriation site.Leader of the Malawian community in KwaZulu Natal, Adam Ali, says one bus has already been confirmed, while he is appealing to donors and organisations to help secure four more.The ap
Over 200 undocumented migrants stranded awaiting repatriation in Epping.
A clean up operation has been conducted outside the repatriation site in Epping (in Cape Town) where thousands of undocumented migrants spent the past week seeking voluntary repatriation. The site at the Home Affairs and Refugee Centre is now closed. The undocumented migrants have been transported to Musina over the past few days, before they'll cross the border to go to their home countries
The Coalface with Martin Creamer, Publishing Editor of Engineering News and Mining
This Friday, SAfm’s radio anchor Bongiwe Zwane once again spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News & Mining Weekly, delving deeper into the world of mining and engineering.
Ndevu: GNU fostering greater political maturity, cooperation.
Today marks two years since the executive members of South Africa's Government of National Unity took the oath of office at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, in a ceremony presided over by former Chief Justice Raymond Zondo. The GNU was formed after the 2024 general elections, when no political party secured an outright majority, ushering in a new era of coalition governance. Politica
Heidelberg's Ratanda remains tense after violent protests
The death toll from the Ratanda service delivery protest in Heidelberg, Gauteng, has risen to two. Prolonged water shortages sparked the protest leaving several other people injured and hospitalised. The family of the first victim 23-year-old Katleho Mokoena alleges that he was shot multiple times during clashes between protesters and police. It is alleged the protesters went on the rampage on Wed
Analyst urges coordinated African leadership on migration solutions.
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says Cabinet has welcomed the peaceful protests held across the country on 30 June. The demonstrations, organised by the civic movement March and March and more than 20 other civil society organisations, called for the removal of undocumented foreign nationals and stricter enforcement of immigration laws. Cabinet also commended the National Joint Ope
Legal analyst: Matlala may withhold answers before commission
Alleged cartel member and attempted murder accused Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala is expected to appear before the Madlanga Commission next Tuesday. Matlala is at the centre of allegations of corruption and criminal infiltration within law enforcement agencies being investigated by the Commission. Commission spokesperson Jeremy Michaels says security arrangements for Matlala's appearance will not be discl
Security fears halt Nku's testimony before Madlanga Commission.
Businessman and alleged police informer Tumelo Nku's testimony before the Madlanga Commission has been postponed indefinitely due to security concerns. This has been confirmed by the commission's Chairperson Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga. Nku has been implicated in the Aeroton drug bust, which resulted in police recovering more than 700 kilogrammes of drugs in the south of Johannesburg in 2021. Bongi
Masuku dismisses Johannesburg budget shortfall claims.
The City of Johannesburg's Deputy Mayor, Loyiso Masuku, and Transport MMC Kenny Kunene today led a multidisciplinary enforcement operation in Region E aimed at enforcing municipal by-laws, protecting public infrastructure, and tackling activities that undermine service delivery and public safety. , Bongiwe Zwane, spoke to the City of Johannesburg's Deputy Mayor, Loyiso Masuku.
Ad Hoc Committee member Khusela Diko condemns threats against Vusi Shongwe
The Chairperson of Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi says the committee has concluded its latest round of deliberations. Members are expected to receive the final draft report on Monday before meeting again on Wednesday to consider and adopt it. The committee yesterday deliberated on its draft pre
KZN marches showed democratic maturity, says Ntuli.
The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Thamsanqa Ntuli, says the province demonstrated democratic maturity during the recent marches against undocumented immigration, with thousands protesting peacefully and within the law. Ntuli praised law enforcement for maintaining order but confirmed that 51 people were arrested for alleged looting and other criminal activities linked to the demonstrations. He says th
Attorney says plea deals must match seriousness of the offense.
The Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes court has adjourned the 228-million rand Medicare24 tender case to the 13th of July for agreement on the sentencing of tenderpreneur, Vusimuzi Cat Matlala. The court this morning* rejected the state and the defence's proposed 8-year direct imprisonment, finding it to be too lenient. Instead it proposed a 12-year sentence. Matlala's lawyers consulted with
Lawyer details Khan's safety fears at Madlanga Commission.
Feroz Khan's legal representative told the Madlanga Commission that concerns about a possible security leak are still unproven but worrying. He said the family believes there were unusual events surrounding Khan's hospitalisation, including police activity at the hospital and media presence. The lawyer also said Khan feared for his safety after earlier incidents involving witnesses at the Commissi
IEC says election training workshops are open to all prospective candidates.
The Electoral Commission (IEC) is set to embark on a series of training workshops across the country to assist registered political parties and prospective independent candidates prepare for the submission of candidate nominations and supporters lists (in respect of independent candidates) ahead of the November 4 local government elections. The workshops will be held in all nine provinces from 6 J
Over 900 arrested after nationwide policing operations
Deputy National Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili says that following nationwide demonstrations against undocumented migrants, most protests remained peaceful, but some individuals exploited the situation to commit crime. She says police responded swiftly to incidents of looting, robbery and public violence, and more than 900 people were arrested during the operations. Charge
Five arrested after Hammarsdale tuck shop break-ins
KwaZulu-Natal police have arrested five suspects following alleged business burglaries and malicious damage to property in Mpumalanga Township, Hammarsdale. Police say officers responded to reports of container tuck shops being broken into on Embuthweni Main Road in the early hours of Tuesday. One suspect was arrested inside a tuck shop, while four others were caught as they allegedly tried to fle
Migrants still arrive despite Durban Drive-In closure: KZN Gov
The temporary repatriation site at the Old Durban Drive-In has officially closed after operations ended yesterday (on Sunday). However, thousands of Malawian nationals across South Africa are still awaiting repatriation. Scores remain camped at the former Drive-In site despite its closure. The KwaZulu-Natal provincial government says plans are underway to relocate those still at the facility. Saki
Anti-illegal immigration march held in Soweto
Thousands of Soweto residents have embarked on a march to the Protea North police station, to protest against undocumented foreign nationals. This comes comes ahead of the planned marches and gatherings against undocumented foreign nationals tomorrow. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Sashin Naidoo
Explosives cables found in Malawi bus luggage
The Border Management Authority (BMA) says it has increased its deployment at the Beitbridge border crossing following last week's announcement of a temporary repatriation processing center in Musina, Limpopo. This as several countries, including Zimbabwe - which borders at Beitbridge - continue to repatriate their citizens amid growing tensions over illegal immigration. For more on this we are jo
Police investigate attempted assassination of Major General Khan.
The appearance of Crime Intelligence official Major General Firoz Khan at the Madlanga Commission hangs in the balance after he was shot in Houghton, Johannesburg, on Sunday night. While the Madlanga Commission is yet to comment on this development, Khan, who was due to appear before the Commission on Wednesday, is unlikely to have recovered in time, as he remains in hospital in a reportedly criti
The NPA has frozen the property of Judge Portia Dipuo Phahlane.
The National Prosecution Authority's Asset Forfeiture Unit has frozen a luxury property belonging to Judge Portia Dipuo Phahlane valued at six million rand. The property in Hartbeespoort is alleged to have been acquired through the proceeds of unlawful activities, including corruption and money laundering. Judge Phahlane, who is currently out on bail, is facing allegations of accepting a two-milli
The Coalface with Martin Creamer, Publishing Editor of Engineering News and Mining
This Friday, SAfm’s radio anchor Bongiwe Zwane once again spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News & Mining Weekly, delving deeper into the world of mining and engineering.
AmaZulu Royal Family urges peaceful lawful protests
Izinduna are meeting with members of Zulu regiments ahead of 30 June protests. This after ministers in the security cluster met with AmaZulu king Misuzulu kaZwelithini on the issue. Yesterday KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli hosted a high-level stakeholder summit on undocumented foreign nationals, amid a wave of anti-illegal immigration marches in parts of the country ahead of planned June 30
Repatriation of Malawian nationals continues in Durban, says KZN Home Affairs.
The race to complete the voluntary repatriation of Malawian nationals is intensifying in Durban. This as the June 30th deadline - set down by the march leaders draws closer. About 13-thousand people have already been transported to Malawi but new arrivals continue to gather outside the old drive-in transit camp. Authorities says the pressure is mounting to process and manage those insid
IFRC says rescue teams are working around the clock after Venezuela earthquake
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) says the humanitarian situation in Venezuela remains critical following two powerful earthquakes, measuring magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, that struck the north-central parts of the country. Hundreds of people have been trapped beneath rubble, while many others remain unaccounted for after the earthquakes devastated areas in and
KZN summit pushes lawful migration control
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli is leading a high-level stakeholder summit on undocumented foreign nationals today. The summit brings together religious leaders, law enforcement agencies, academics, foreign missions, business representatives, and civil society organisations. The summit comes amid a wave of anti-illegal immigration marches in parts of the country ahead of planned June 30 demo
Mashaile: NPA targeting Medicare 24 /SAPS tender's “big fish”
Alleged underworld kingpin Vusumuzi "Cat" Matlala has pleaded guilty to all charges against him in the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court. He faces serious charges of corruption, fraud, and money laundering related to a 228 million rand contract his company secured from the South African Police Service (SAPS). Matlala has also pleaded guilty on behalf of his company, Medicare 24 . Additi
Bafana make history with World Cup breakthrough.
South Africans around the country are celebrating Bafana Bafana's historic achievement of advancing to the knockout stage at the World Cup for the first time. In the first two weeks of the FIFA World Cup 2026, South Africa, ranked 60th in the world, had to field a lot of questions on whether they deserved to play in the tournament.They echoed even louder after a lackluster performance and tw
IEC urges voters to register on zero-rated website
Nearly 3 million South Africans responded to the call to register and update their details during the National Voter Registration Weekend. The latest registration drive saw a strong turnout by young South Africans. To build on this momentum, the Commission has opened another opportunity for eligible citizens to register or update their details at voting stations on 1 and 2 August. In a further mov
Mkhwanazi alleges unequal treatment at the Madlanga Commission.
Suspended Ekurhuleni deputy police chief Julius Mkhwanazi raises concern over what he terms as "differential treatment" at the commission compared to other witnesses, including Chief Mapiyeye, Kelebogile Thipa and Revo Spies. Mkhwanazi who concluded his testimony before the Madlanga Commission, has been accused of attempting to establish a parallel security unit within the EMPD.
Expert says UK governance remains stable after resignation.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he will resign but remain in place as prime minister until a new Labour leader has been selected. Starmer's departure will pave the way for Britain's seventh leader in a decade. The threat to Starmer has been building for months, but it increased sharply when Andy Burnham decisively won a parliamentary election to return to Westminster. Starmer's departure comes
Home Affairs reports sharp increase in deportation spending
Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber says the department is strengthening its use of technology to help prevent individuals who have been deported from re-entering South Africa.Schreiber was visiting the Sherwood facility in Durban where thousands of displaced Malawian nationals are being processed to return to their country of origin. This following reports of intimidation against undocumented fo
KZN to close unsafe Pietermaritzburg shelter housing Malawians.
KZN Premier Thami Ntuli says government plans to close the facility due to unsafe living conditions after a site assessment, where 1,600 Malawian nationals are sheltering in an abandoned municipal building in Pietermaritzburg. This follows reports of intimidation against undocumented foreign nationals. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Celumusa Zulu
Court grants SAPS analyst bail of R15 000.
Senior SAPS ballistics analyst, Captain Lawrence Makgotloe, has been granted bail of R15 000 in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court. Makgotloe face several charges including defeating the ends of justice, unlawful possession of a firearm and being an accessory to murder after the fact. The State alleges he intentionally manipulated ballistic evidence in high-profile murder cases, including the killing
Four killed, one wounded in Lotus River shooting
Four people have been killed and another seriously wounded in a suspected gang-related shooting in Lotus River on the Cape Flats. Police say gunmen opened fire on five men seated outside a block of flats on Thursday night. The victims, aged between 32 and 44, died at the scene. Police say Anti-Gang Unit detectives are investigating, with no arrests made. Western Cape police spokesperson Brig
