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EFF MP Sihle Lonzi removed from meeting over Gwede Mantashe’s son’s SETA appointment

EFF MP Sihle Lonzi was forcibly removed from a parliamentary meeting after questioning the appointment of Gwede Mantashe’s son to a SETA board, igniting a political storm.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Nonzukiso Security Services faces sentencing for multiple VAT fraud charges

Nonzukiso Security Services faces sentencing after being convicted of multiple VAT-related offences and fraud charges, despite attempts to change their guilty plea.

Cape Argus News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Sentencing begins against Nonzukiso Security Services for VAT fraud

Nonzukiso Security Services is set to face sentencing for 500 counts of VAT fraud. What does this mean for the company and its future?

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

Beitbridge bribery bust: BMA officials nabbed for letting undocumented migrants slip through border

Caught red-handed, two Beitbridge border officials face serious charges of corruption after they were filmed allegedly accepting bribes to permit illegal entries into South Africa.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

eThekwini Municipality launches sports lease committee

Enzo Coppola advocates for community collaboration in managing sports facilities in eThekwini, as the municipality establishes a new committee to oversee lease agreements and ensure sustainability

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Zainul Dawood|Published

DA lays corruption charges against Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane for defrauding Eskom R700,000

The Democratic Alliance has filed serious corruption charges against Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane, alleging she defrauded Eskom of over R700,000 while working for consulting firm Vitrovian, raising concerns about accountability in government.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Department of Justice dismisses 54 officials for misconduct

The Department of Justice has taken decisive action by dismissing 54 officials for misconduct, reinforcing its commitment to ethical governance and signalling a strong stance against corruption.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

‘Prosecuting corrupt cops is not enough’: Ramaphosa calls for urgent reform to tackle corruption in SAPS

In an impassioned address at South Africa’s first-ever Policing Summit, President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent reforms within the police service, aiming to combat the corruption that undermines public trust and to restore faith in law enforcement

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

IOL investigation uncovers alleged collusion and corruption at CETA

In a startling turn of events, an investigation by IOL has unveiled troubling allegations against Malusi Shezi, the CEO of the Construction Education and Training Authority

Business
Nicola Mawson|Published

Dean Macpherson stands firm amid allegations and threats in R800 million oxygen tender investigation

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson said his department would expose the truth behind the R800 million oxygen tender scandal.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

'Cyril Must Fall' | Tshwane protest march demands Ramaphosa's resignation, TMPD warns of traffic jams

Cyril Must Fall' protesters will march through Tshwane to the Union Buildings this Friday, causing significant traffic disruptions as the Defend South Africa movement demands Ramaphosa's resignation over alleged corruption, economic decline and the Phala Phala scandal.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Former intelligence officers in court for defrauding state security agency of R5. 8 million

Two former intelligence officials have been arrested and released on strict bail conditions for allegedly embezzling millions from the State Security Agency.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Minister Simelane rejects R700,000 overbilling claims involving Eskom contractor Vitrovian

Minister of Human Settlements Thembi Simelane has rejected claims that she earned over R700,000 from Eskom contractor Vitrovian through overbilling the power utility for work done by ghost workers.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

DA to lay criminal charges against Minister Thembi Simelane over R700,000 Eskom overbilling

The Democratic Alliance plans to lay criminal charges against Minister Thembi Simelane over her alleged involvement in corruption linked to Eskom.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Former Eastern Cape government employee and partner arrested for R795,000 tender fraud

A former Eastern Cape government official and her business partner were arrested by the Hawks after they allegedly orchestrated a R795,000 tender fraud scheme a decade ago,

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Former Denel executives face corruption charges after misrepresenting crucial facts to the government

Lungisani Daniel Mantsha, the former chairperson of the Denel board, and Zwelakhe Nhlanganiso Ntshepe, the ex-group CEO, stand accused of violating regulations and misrepresenting crucial facts to ministers regarding the legitimacy of their dealings.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Ex municipality CFO arrested for R6 million pension fund fraud

The Hawks in the Northern Cape arrested a 38 year old former CFO and two cashiers from Phokwane Local Municipality for their involvement in a multi-million-rand fraud scheme, which resulted in significant financial losses.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Magalies Water dismisses claims of unethical awarding of Klipvoor project to Edwin Sodi

Magalies Water has dismissed social media claims that the Klipvoor Bulk Water Supply Scheme has been awarded to controversial businessman Edwin Sodi.

News Politics
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Former municipal manager sentenced to two years or a R50,000 fine over tender corruption

Thammy Nelson Kubheka, former municipal manager of Dr JS Moroka, faces the consequences of his actions as he is sentenced for corruption linked to improper tender processes.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

‘No one should be denied jobs based on political affiliation’ | Macpherson vows to end political patronage in EPWP

Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, promises to address allegations of political patronage and corruption within the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP), stressing that the status quo is unacceptable.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Police officer who was dismissed despite paying back bribe, loses Labour Court battle

The police officer allegedly demanded bribe from a father in exchange for the release of his children.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Parliament's police watchdog demands answers on 'top secret' Phala Phala report

Parliamentary police portfolio committee chairperson Ian Cameron challenges the unprecedented 'top secret' classification of the Phala Phala report, raising concerns about transparency and public accountability in a matter of national interest.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Premier Lesufi confronts President Cyril Ramaphosa over Gauteng's G-13 crisis

In a bold confrontation with President Ramaphosa, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi warns that without concrete solutions to the province's critical G-13 challenges - from rampant corruption to failing infrastructure - their high-level meeting would be futile. This comes as national government intervenes in the province's mounting service delivery crisis.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

‘They want money for cold drink’: Soweto spaza shop owners accuse City of Joburg officials of corruption

Unregistered spaza shop owners from Naledi, Soweto have accused City of Joburg officials of soliciting bribes in exchange for tuck shop registration assistance, with foreign nationals allegedly receiving preferential treatment.

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Retired officer faces R15,000 fine for disposing of evidence in illegal mining case

Retired Warrant Officer Samuel Bassie Mahlangu faces a hefty fine or prison time after disposing of crucial evidence in an illegal mining operation.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published