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Stats SA reports significant increase in murder cases
The Statistician-General of South Africa and Head of Statistics South Africa, Risenga Maluleke, says murder is the only crime households experienced more frequently over the past five years. He says murder cases increased significantly in the 2025-26 period, while most other household crimes declined. Maluleke says housebreaking remains the most common household crime. Maluleke was briefing
Major-General Firoz Khan's lawyer calls medical discrepancies administrative errors
The lawyer representing suspended police intelligence boss Major-General Firoz Khan has argued that discrepancies in Khan's medical certificates amount to an administrative error, rather than fraud. But the commission has challenged this interpretation, saying the letters from SAPS only requested outstanding temporary incapacity leave forms and did not instruct Khan or his doctor to alter medical
Lebeya approved polygraph tests for KZN Hawks members
Retired Hawks head Dr Godfrey Lebeya has told the Madlanga Commission that he approved a request by KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head General Sonona for DPCI members to undergo polygraph tests. Lebeya says Sonona submitted the request as the provincial head, with the tests accommodated under DPCI directives and employment processes. However, the commission questioned why Sonona made the request while two s
Lebeya ordered two investigations into stolen seized drugs
Retired Hawks head Dr Godfrey Lebeya testifying before the Madlanga commission says he immediately ordered two investigations after being informed of the theft of seized drugs from a strong room at the Potchefstroom police offices in November 2021. He says one investigation was a fact-finding exercise, while Major General Kana was tasked with the criminal investigation. Lebeya says General Sonona
Lebeya denies personal relationship with alleged kidnapping kingpin Timmy Marimuthu.
Retired Hawks head Dr Godfrey Lebeya has told the Madlanga Commission that he does not have a personal relationship with convicted drug dealer and alleged kidnapping kingpin Timmy Marimuthu. Lebeya says Marimuthu first came to his attention in 2010, while he was investigating irregular appointments in Crime Intelligence. He says Marimuthu would occasionally call him claiming to have information, b
Deputy President Paul Mashatile recovering well, office confirms
The Office of Deputy President Paul Mashatile says he is recovering well after being admitted for a minor surgical procedure and observation. The office says Deputy President became unwell at home in Johannesburg and was later discharged under the care of his medical team. His office says Mashatile remains in contact with officials and continues performing his duties virtually, including par
IFP announces mayoral candidates for eThekwini Metro and Umhlathuze Municipality
The IFP has announced mayoral candidates for eThekwini Metro and Umhlathuze Municipality as it seeks to win control of KwaZulu-Natal's major port cities. Deputy Transport Minister, Mkhuleko Hlengwa, will lead the party's campaign in eThekwini, while Xolani Ngwezi will seek to retain his position. Party President Velenkosini Hlabisa unveiled the candidates at a press conference in Durban. He
Health Department assures public medicine supplies remain stable.
The National Department of Health has assured the public that medicine supplies in the public healthcare sector remain stable. The department says changes in the colour, shape, packaging or manufacturer of medicines do not mean the medicine itself has changed. It says patients may receive equivalent medicines from different approved suppliers, with the same active ingredients, strength a
Wits dismisses 98% foreign staff claim
Wits University has dismissed claims that 98 percent of its staff are foreign nationals, describing the figure as fake news. The university says international staff make up nine percent of its workforce. Wits says its approach to internationalisation does not come at the expense of transformation or the development of South African talent. It says its goal is to build South African leadership whil
Reflection on research and development efforts of traditional medicine in amhluswa Stadium in Nkomazi, Mpumalanga
Over 800 traditional practitioners converged at Kamhluswa Stadium in Nkomazi, Mpumalanga. This, as the Provincial Health Department commemorates African Traditional Medicine Day. The gathering brought together traditional healers, medical doctors, as well as traditional associations, to discuss the importance of working together to provide the best health-care services to the public. This year, th
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has confirmed that both grades of petrol will increase by R1.34 per litre on tomorrow.
Analysts will be paying close attention to inflation as higher oil prices threaten to further push up costs across the economy. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has confirmed that both grades of petrol will increase by R1.34 per litre on Wednesday. Diesel prices will also rise substantially by R3.14 and R2.93 depending on the grade. SABC News Economics Reporter, Nos
8-point-3 million rand lost due to an illegal electricity reconnection scam
The Emfuleni Local Municipality in the Vaal says it has lost 8-point-3 million rand due to an illegal electricity reconnection scam. Seven Emfuleni employees appeared in the Vanderbijlpark Magistate's Court today (Monday 31 August) facing charges of fraud, theft, money laundering and tampering with essential infrastructure in connection with the scam. Thabiso Radebe reports..
Eskom profit after tax more than doubled from 14-billion-rand to 30-billlion rand
Eskom has reported improved financial and operational performance for the 2025-26 financial year. Profit after tax more than doubled from 14-billion-rand to 30-billlion rand. The power utility attributes its improved performance to a sharp focus on the systems recovery plan and strong leadership through executive competence and a reconstituted board. Eskom has stressed that the municipal deb
President Ramaphosa appoints new head of special investigating unit
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Leonard Lekgetho as head of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) with effect from Tuesday. Lekgetho has been the acting head of the SIU following Advocate Andy Mothibi’s departure from the unit in February to become the National Director of Public Prosecutions. Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya says Lekgetho brings 19 years of experi
Sundowns, Pirates set for MTN8 final showdown.
Mamelodi Sundowns will meet Orlando Pirates in the MTN 8 final after a thrilling weekend.Pirates put three past Sekhukhune in the second leg of their semifinal while Sundowns came from behind to hold on to an away goal win against Golden Arrows. The final is scheduled for the 10th of OCtober with the venue still to be announced. It looks like it will be the Moses Mabhida stadium.It has h
Airlink flyby carefully planned despite safety concerns : Aviation Analyst
Airlink has defended its low-level formation flyover ahead of the rugby match between the Springboks and the All Blacks at Cape Town's DHL Stadium on Saturday. The flyover has gone viral with many spectators initially questioning on social media if the surreal footage was artificial intelligence-generated. Airlink says no safety regulations were violated and the flyover had the approval of the Sou
Information Regulator warns data breaches remain serious concern.
The Information Regulator says it has engaged extensively with stakeholders across both the public and private sectors over the years, to foster a culture of compliance with POPIA and PAIA. To discuss this further We spoke to Information Regulator Chairperson, Advocate Pansy Tlakula...
Judges Matter says Zuma, Mbeki cannot refuse testimony at TRC commission.
The Constitutional Court has dismissed applications by former presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki seeking the recusal of Justice Khampepe from the TRC-related inquiry. The two former Presidents had argued in the South Gauteng High Court earlier this year that Khampepe would likely be biased due to her prior roles as a TRC Commissioner and Deputy National Director of Public Prosecutions. We spoke
Hawks officer alleges Mchunu pressured him over Mkwanazi testimony.
Lieutenant-Colonel Deenadayalan Govender, attached to the Hawks' Serious Organised Crime Unit and head of the DPCI's KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Tracing Team, says a person claiming to be Minister Senzo Mchunu told him he would be protected. Testifying before the Madlanga Commission Govender says the caller also instructed him to implicate General Mkwanazi for the shootings. Governder told the Commis
Home Affairs urges customary marriage registrations before deadline.
Today is the deadline for couples to register qualifying customary marriages under a special registration period introduced by the Department of Home Affairs. The department says the process allows couples whose marriages were not registered within the required period to regularise their marital status. This includes marriages concluded before November 2000 and those entered into afterwards. Home
The SACP will contest the polls across the whole country, independent of its larger alliance partner, the ANC.
The South African Communist Party says its preparations for the local government elections are advancing well. They also confirmed submitting their candidate lists ahead of Friday's 5 pm deadline. For the first time, the SACP will contest the polls across the whole country, independent of its larger alliance partner, the ANC. It briefed the media in Braamfontein, Johannesburg on the outcomes of it
The ANC has experience serious electoral decline over the years after having dipped to 46 percent in the 2021 local elections
Increasing the level of confidence in democracy and touching the lives of South Africans with increased service delivery will help stop the governing ANC worrying about electoral decline. The ANC has experience serious electoral decline over the years after having dipped to 46 percent in the 2021 local elections and to 40 percent in the 2024 national polls. With more parties and independ
Land and service delivery at the forefront of PAC manifesto
The PAC has put land and service delivery at the centre of its manifesto ahead of the local government elections. The party launched its offering to voters in Jabulani Soweto, where it was founded in 1959 by Robert Sobukwe. Leader Mzwanele Nyontso declared that the struggle against apartheid spatial inequality will continue to ensure the decolonisation of services and spaces for communities. Senio
Over 300 intellectually challenged youngsters receive free medical screenings from specialists
Over 300 intellectually challenged youngsters from all over the country received free medical screenings from specialists in Rustenburg, in the North West. The screenings were conducted during the national Special Olympics over the weekend. This was part of the partnership between Special Olympics South Africa and the local health department... Simthandile Ntobela has more...
Professional sports women still have to juggle several income streams to make ends meet.
Professional sports women still have to juggle several income streams to make ends meet. This is contained in a report by the Commission for Gender Equality on equality in sport, using South Africa's national woman's soccer team, Banyana Banyana, as a case study. The commission presented the report to Parliament's Sports, Arts and Culture committee. Zalene Merrington reports...
The Coalface with Martin Creamer, Publishing Editor of Engineering News and Mining Weekly
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.
Minister Manamela says government expands learnerships through private partnerships.
Many young South Africans struggle to gain work experience after completing Grade 12. Employers often require experience, but finding an opportunity to gain that first experience can be difficult. McDonald's South Africa is taking another deliberate step to help young people move from learning into the world of work, announcing the recruitment of 2,000 young people into its next Hospitality
Sibanyoni alleges Msibi’s associate once shot him.
Mpumalanga taxi boss Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni says he survived an assassination attempt linked to taxi industry violence in 2006 or 2007. He says he was shot while leaving a social gathering in Pretoria North, and his friend was killed. Sibanyoni says he later left the taxi industry and worked in trucking for about three years. He says he returned to the taxi industry after government i
Sibanyoni says he warned Former Minister Cele about killings in the taxi industry
Mpumalanga taxi boss Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni says he warned former Police Minister Bheki Cele about alleged criminal activity linked to killings in the taxi industry. He says the minister did not take action or convene a meeting. Sibanyoni says he was later shot twice in August 2022. He says he also approached former Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga about violence and problems wit
Sibanyoni says Taxi associations’ bucket money allegedly funds hitmen
Mpumalanga taxi boss Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni testifying before the Madlanga Commission about findings of the Shongwe Commission. Sibanyoni says the findings reveal that taxi associations collect unaccounted “bucket money” from drivers daily or weekly. The money is allegedly used at the discretion of association executives sometimes on security or hitmen. Sibanyoni says the
Sibanyoni says he owns over 80 taxis, employs 250 people.
Mpumalanga taxi boss Joe "Ferrari" Sibanyoni, testifying before the Madlanga Commission, says he has built his businesses through legitimate commercial activities over more than 42 years. He says he is a director of several companies and owns more than 80 taxis, employing about 250 people. Sibanyoni says he is also a family man, businessman and community leader. He says he has always tried to cond
Important for young people to understand the rules of war as conflicts continue to affect millions of people around the world - ICRC
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) says it is important for young people to understand the rules of war as conflicts continue to affect millions of people around the world. The University of Johannesburg and the ICRC lauched a board game that uses real-world conflict scenarios to challenge players to apply the rules of war under pressure, transforming complex legal principles into
The ANC has vowed to submit its councillor candidates list to the Independent Electoral Commission on time and even long before the commission's Friday deadline.
The ANC has vowed to submit its councillor candidates list to the Independent Electoral Commission on time and even long before the commission's Friday deadline. Its leadership held a Special NEC on Thursday to ratify and adopt the party's over 10 thousand councillor candidates list before submitting it. All political parties wishing to contest the November 4 local elections are expected to submit
Placing on special leave Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu, had sinister motives when he instructed the disbandment of the Political Killings Task Team? - Ad Hoc Committee
Parliament's Ad hoc committee, established to look into concerns of national security, is debating whether the placed on special leave Police minister, Senzo Mchunu, had sinister motives when he instructed the disbandment of the Political Killings Taskteam on the last day of 2024. This, as the committee is considering its draft report. The committee is investigating allegations of political interf
Joe Ferrari says nickname has no criminal meaning
Mpumalanga taxi boss Joe "Ferrari" Sibanyoni has told the Madlanga Commission that he strongly denies being part of any criminal organisation, cartel or syndicate. He says he has never directed, financed or taken part in unlawful activities. Sibanyoni also says his nickname, "Joe Ferrari", comes from his lifestyle and has no criminal meaning. He says he previously warned Police Minister about crim
UN ASKED FOR AN ADDITIONAL ONE POINT ONE BILLION DOLLARS TO RESPOND TO THE EBOLA OUTBREAK IN THE DRC
The United Nations is warning that the response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could run out of money within weeks. The UN is appealing for an additional one-point-one billion dollars, to prevent an already fast-growing epidemic from becoming a catastrophe. Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres says the outbreak is spreading faster than the international effort to contain
DR. SOPHIA WILLIAMS-DE BRUYN SAYS - SEVENTY YEARS AFTER THEIR 1956 MARCH AGAINST THE APARTHEID REGIME'S PASS LAWS - MORE WORK NEED TO BE DONE
Seventy years on - and the struggle may have change but the work is far from over. That's the message from the last surviving leader of the 1956 Women's March, Dr Sophia Williams-De Bruyn. Williams-De Bruyn joined thousands of women, who marched to the Union Buildings against apartheid's pass laws. Her legacy was honoured by the University of South Africa and the South African Council of Chur
Lilian Ngoyi Street project completion deadline moved to October.
The Johannesburg Roads Agency says Phase Two of the Lilian Ngoyi Street rehabilitation project is now 72 percent complete. The Agency says the reopening deadline has been moved from the end of August to October 31st, 2026. The Agency has also said the project was delayed by cash-flow constraints, but work has resumed following the finalisation of payments. The remaining work includes road paving,
Lebeya says political interference in policing dates back to 2009.
Former Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya says political interference in policing dates back to at least 2009. Testifying before the Madlanga Commission, Lebeya says he was assigned in August 2009 to investigate murder and matters involving Crime Intelligence. He says his investigation later found that family members of Crime Intelligence personnel had allegedly been irregularly appointed within the covert
Criminals use Lebeya photos to impersonate Hawks.
Dr Godfrey Lebeya told the Madlanga Commission that criminals often pretend to be Hawks or other officials to trick people into paying money. Some even used his own photos and forged a warrant against the Deputy President. Lebeya also explained how he meets informants like Malcolm X and warned that knowing someone does not protect them if they break the law.
Lebeya says O’Sullivan sought updates on Phala Phala investigation.
Former Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya has told the Madlanga Commission that his relationship with Paul O’Sullivan was cordial until he refused to disclose details of the Phala Phala investigation. Lebeya says O’Sullivan contacted him for an update on the case while in Chauke’s presence. He says he could not understand O’Sullivan’s interest in details of a matter under the
Lebeya says he never knew or spoke to Katiso Molefe.
Former Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya told the Madlanga Commission he never knew or spoke to Katiso Molefe. He said Molefe did not ask him to send Hawks members to stop a police operation at his house in Sandton. Lebeya blamed poor planning and weak leadership for many police units arriving at the same scene. He said he only asked two managers to check claims that people were pretending to be Hawks mem
Lebeya says Mkhwanazi likely knew about organised crime in 2024.
Former Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya told the Madlanga Commission it is probable that Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi knew about serious organised crime in November 2024, When He approved Lieutenant General Khumalo's request to send members from KwaZulu-Natal to Gauteng after the killing of Q-Tech Engineer, Armand Swart
Lebeya says complaints against him were driven by ulterior motives.
Former Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya says attempts were made to remove him from his position through complaints he believes were driven by people with ulterior motives. Testifying before the Madlanga Commission, Lebeya cited complaints by self-proclaimed whistleblower Patricia Mashale, who challenged his appointment and retirement status. He also described an incident involving his wife being recommen
Lebeya says Malcolm X is neither friend nor enemy.
Former Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya has told the Madlanga Commission that knowing a police official does not protect anyone who breaks the law. He says the Hawks have arrested informants who later claimed police knew about their crimes. Lebeya also says that on 6 December 2024, Malcolm X warned him that people were pretending to act on his behalf during a Political Killings Task Team operation at Kat
I did not know Musa Phewa was killed by Apartheid government until recently - Cele
Former Police Minister Bheki Cele says only now has he found out that his comrade Musa Phewa had been abducted and killed by the Apartheid police when he was initially told he was in exile. Bheki Cele was responding to Evidence Leader at the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Cases Inquiry, Advocate Howard Varny....
Gauteng Health warns against bribery and queue-jumping at facilities.
The Gauteng Department of Health is warning officials and members of the public against bribery and queue-jumping at public healthcare facilities. The department says it has received complaints that some patients may be paying officials to bypass queues, access patient files or collect medication. It says such conduct amounts to corruption and will not be tolerated. The Department says Patients ar
Pre-trial hearing in the prison escape matter of rapist and murderer, Thabo Bester resumes.
The pre-trial hearing in the prison escape matter of rapist and murderer, Thabo Bester, is expected to take place in the Free State High Court in Bloemfontein tomorrow (Friday). The court will establish whether all the outstanding legal matters have been concluded and whether the matter is trial-ready. Bester and his co-accused, Dr Nandipha Magudumana, who is charged with aiding him to escape pris
Women’s economic empowerment critical to reducing gender-based violence and strengthening women’s independence.
The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities says women’s economic empowerment is critical to reducing gender-based violence and strengthening women’s independence. This was highlighted at a Distinction Dialogue hosted by the National Press Club in Midrand, commemorating 70 years since the historic 1956 Women’s March under the theme “Empowered Women Empower
Gift of the Givers helps locate South Africans affected by Nepal floods.
Gift of the Givers says it is on standby to assist after devastating floods in Nepal, where at least six South Africans and several international tourists are reportedly missing. The organisation says helicopter surveillance is currently the only means of accessing affected areas, while a possible dam collapse poses further danger. Its eleven urban search and water rescue team members, four
EFF's motion against National Assembly Speaker, Thoko Didiza, has been defeated.
The EFF's motion to remove National Assembly Speaker, Thoko Didiza, has been defeated. The motion related to Didiza's decision not to oppose President Cyril Ramaphosa's urgent interdict application in the Western Cape High Court to halt the Parliamentary impeachment process against him. During the debate in the House, EFF leader, Julius Malema, argued that Didiza has not shown impartiality and cho
Home Affairs sets 31 August customary marriage registration deadline.
The Department of Home Affairs is urging couples married under customary law to register their marriages before the 31 August deadline.The department says the special registration period allows couples whose marriages were not registered on time to regularise their marital status.This includes customary marriages concluded before November 2000, as well as those concluded after the Recognition of C
Matlala says Sonona’s son pursued Menlyn apartment
Alleged criminal kingpin Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala says a contract involving him and General Sonona was never concluded. Matlala told the Madlanga Commission that there was no written proposal or agreement. He also confirmed that Sonona's son, Thato, was involved in a project to buy an apartment for rental. Matlala said the apartment was in Menlyn and he believed it cost less than three million rand.
Matlala says meetings with General Sonona continued until his arrest.
Alleged criminal kingpin Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala has told the Madlanga Commission that he had several meetings with General Sonona from late 2024 until his arrest. Matlala said the meetings continued regularly when Sonona was in Pretoria and also took place in Durban. He was questioned about WhatsApp messages in which he referred to a "project".
Matlala learned about PKTT raids after speaking to former police minister Cele.
Alleged criminal kingpin Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala has told the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry that he learned the Political Killings Task Team or PKTT, had raided his home and business after speaking to former Police Minister Cele. Matlala says businessman Brown Mogotsi had already told him this, but he did not believe him at the time.He says Cele later confirmed what Mogotsi had told him.Matlala al
Madlanga Commission warns Matlala against refusing questions.
Alleged criminal kingpin Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala has told the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry that he will remain silent when questions about his relationship with Major General Sonona could potentially expose him to criminal charges. Matlala says police investigators have already questioned him about when he first met Sonona and other aspects of their relationship. He says he does not want to
Matlala says General Sonona gave him R20,000.
Alleged criminal kingpin Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala has told the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry that he discussed police raids at his home with General Sonona. Matlala says Sonona gave him R20,000 after the first raid, after his phones were seized and he could not make transactions. He says he later raised concerns about a second raid and Sonona offered to ask around about it. Matlala says Sonona neve
POPCRU condemns killing of 50-year-old police captain
POPCRU in the Western Cape has condemned the killing of a 50-year-old police captain who was shot dead during an operation linked to investigations into recent murders in Knysna. The captain, attached to the Western Cape Tactical Response Team, was investigating the killings of former Knysna mayor and councillor Aubrey Tsengwa, Mandla Matiwane and Mandla Tyololo. The union says the killing highlig
Community internet providers plan to form consortium to give half of SA open source broadband coverage by 2030
A group of local community internet network providers plans to form a consortium that will provide broadband internet to 30-million people in half the country by 2030. They aim to provide open source broadband to everyone in townships and rural communities in 7 of the country's provinces that has the least access to the internet. This announcement has been made at the KwaZulu-Natal launch of the S
MPs ask Ramaphosa questions about protests directed at undocumented foreign nationals as well as the impact of Operation Prosper
President Cyril Ramaphosa answered a variety of questions during an oral question and answer session in the National Assembly. Among others, MPs asked questions about protests directed at undocumented foreign nationals as well as the impact of Operation Prosper, aimed at combatting illegal mining and gangsterism in certain parts of the country. Zalene Merrington reports...
Iran has vowed to fight back against the latest American sanctions
Iran has vowed to fight back against the latest American sanctions — warning Washington that its response would not be purely defensive. Iran's Economy and Finance Minister -- Ali *Madanizadeh -- told a local news network in Tehran that his government had been preparing for this moment, with a two-year plan to withstand the new pressure. But, he also acknowledged that the Iranian people were
370 Rand per month grant is paid to about 8.3 million people at a cost of just under 40 billion Rand per year
Economists maintain that Treasury cannot afford the Social Relief of Distress grant on the current tax base. They argue that the economy is not growing fast enough to pay for this grant. Currently, the 370 Rand per month grant is paid to about 8.3 million people at a cost of just under 40 billion Rand per year. Earlier today, the Supreme Court of Appeal heard an appeal regarding a High C
Police captain investigating Aubrey Tsengwa’s murder killed in shootout.
A police captain, investigating former Knysna Mayor and African National Congress (ANC) Ward Councillor Aubrey Tsengwa’s murder, has been gunned down in a shootout with a suspect in the early hours of Wednesday morning. Police spokesperson Novela Potelwa says the 50-year-old officer had been part of the provincial Tactical Response Team (TRT) and was executing an operation followin
Police seize cocaine worth R200 million at OR Tambo Airport.
Police say cocaine worth more than R200 million has been seized at OR Tambo International Airport. The drugs were intercepted in two separate operations on Tuesday. In the first, two suitcases containing about 84 kilograms of suspected cocaine were seized. In a separate cargo operation, four boxes containing about 250 kilograms of cocaine were intercepted. Police says no arrests have been made, wi
SIU secures R3.3m debt acknowledgments from Fort Hare service providers.
The Special Investigating Unit says it has secured acknowledgments of debt worth more than R3.3 million from service providers accused of overcharging the University of Fort Hare for student accommodation. The SIU says two companies acknowledged overpayments, while another repaid R103,829.96 in full. Tshongwane Trust has repaid R1.62 million but still owes more than R1.66 million, including intere
Matlala says he met Maumela through their shared passion for sports cars.
Attempted-murder accused Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala has told the Madlanga Commission that he first met businessman Hangwani Maumela around 2015 or 2016 through their shared interest in sports cars. Matlala says they later became friends and pooled money to secure RFQs from the Gauteng Department of Health for medical consumables between 2018 and 2019. He says each would take what he needed, purchase t
Minister Macpherson prioritises local infrastructure delivery
SIDSSA 2026 is underway in Cape Town, bringing together delegates to focus on economic growth through infrastructure, ports and logistics corridors. Sakina Kamendo spoke to The Group Chief Executive Officer of Zutari, Teddy Daka, who says South Africa’s infrastructure challenge is not a shortage of capital or projects, but a lack of capacity to turn plans into investment-ready projects. Saki
Minister Zikalala says infrastructure investment must create jobs
SIDSSA 2026 is underway in Cape Town, bringing together delegates to focus on economic growth through infrastructure, ports and logistics corridors. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Deputy Minister of Public Works Sihle Zikalala says infrastructure investment must create jobs, provide training and support small businesses in local communities.
CIDB deregisters 52 contractors over non-compliance
SIDSSA 2026 is underway in Cape Town, bringing together delegates to focus on economic growth through infrastructure, ports and logistics corridors. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to The Construction Industry Development Boards' Chairperson Khulile Nzo who says the board has deregistered 52 contractors since last year for non-compliance and fraudulent practices.
Zutari: Infrastructure plans lack delivery capacity
SIDSSA 2026 is underway in Cape Town, bringing together delegates to focus on economic growth through infrastructure, ports and logistics corridors. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to The Group Chief Executive Officer of Zutari, Teddy Daka, who says South Africa’s infrastructure challenge is not a shortage of capital or projects, but a lack of capacity to turn plans into investment-ready projects.
Three suspects appear for the murder of former Knysna Mayor and ANC Ward 8 councilor Aubrey Tsengwa.
Three suspects have appeared in the Knysna Magistrates' Court in the Western Cape in connection with the murder of former Knysna Mayor and ANC Ward 8 councillor Aubrey Tsengwa. A fourth suspect has since handed himself over to police in Plettenberg Bay. Sagree Chetty reports...
The city of Cape Town has seen rapid population growth over the last decade, with millions living in townships and informal settlements
The delivery of basic services, including water and sanitation, among others, continues to be a challenge across metros in South Africa. Annually, vast numbers of people migrate to cities in search of opportunity, work and better lives. This puts pressure on existing infrastructure, while upgrades and improvements are often outpaced by this global trend. The city of Cape Town has seen rapid popula
Emfuleni Local Municipality in the Vaal has condemned the fraud allegations against some of its employees.
The Emfuleni Local Municipality in the Vaal has condemned the fraud allegations against some of its employees. Seven people including municipal employees and the company contracted to conduct debt collection services appeared in the Vanderbijlpark Magistrate's Court. They face numerous charges following their arrest on Friday and Sunday morning, respectively. Thabiso Radebe reports.....
The warring parties in Sudan remain locked in a zero-sum military logic
Despite sustained efforts to advance peace in Sudan, the warring parties remain locked in a zero-sum military logic, while greater international attention and action was urgently needed to change that calculus. That was the clear message delivered to the U.N. Security Council by senior U.N. Secretariat officials during a meeting convened to discuss the deteriorating humanitarian consequences, incl
Springboks team unchanged for second Test against New Zealand.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named a largely unchanged team for Saturday's second Test against New Zealand in Cape Town. Siya Kolisi is bracketed with Paul de Villiers at flank, while Handre Pollard and Cobus Reinach form the halfback pairing. Ethan Hooker replaces the injured Cheslin Kolbe, with Kurt-Lee Arendse switching wings. SAfm sports anchor Jon Gericke has more
CRL Commission condemns Cosmo School’s alleged learner readmission refusal.
The CRL Rights Commission says it is investigating a case involving a learner allegedly refused access to school after undergoing customary initiation. Deputy Chairperson Prince George Matlangu says the commission is concerned, stressing that education is a basic constitutional right. The commission will engage the school principal, governing body and Basic Education Department. Matlangu says the
Justice Madlanga orders Matlala application to proceed
The Madlanga Commission has ruled that it will proceed with Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s application. Matlala has submitted an application addressing the reasons preventing him from engaging with certain arguments. The Commission is set to hear arguments pertaining to his self-incrimination application, but uncertainty remains over his legal representation. Matlala told the Commissio
Former Justice Minister, Ronald Lamola says they wanted victims families involved in TRC investigations
Former Justice Minister, Ronald Lamola during his cross examination at the Truth and Reconciliation Cases Commission he wanted the investigation and prosecution to be victim centric.
Matlala legal team struggles to access him at the C-Max Prison
Advocate Fatima Missi, representing alleged crime kingpin Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala at the Madlanga Commission, says his legal team has not had sufficient access to their client. Missi says she had to "grovel and beg" security officials to be allowed to consult Matlala at the X max prison. She has asked for more time to file the required legal documents. Commission chairperson Justice Madlanga says h
Matlala uneasy without lead counsel at the Madlanga Commission
Advocate Fatima Missi, representing alleged crime kingpin Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala, says her client is not comfortable proceeding with his testimony at the Madlanga Commission without his lead counsel, who is ill. Missi says the legal team also needs more time to prepare its replying affidavit and written submissions. She says Matlala has instructed his lawyers to approach the court urgently to inte
