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Phumelele Myeza's bail application rejected by amid R4 million Sassa fraud allegations

The South Gauteng High Court has denied Phumelele Myeza's urgent bail application, marking a significant moment in the ongoing Sassa fraud case involving over 1,000 charges.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Courtroom antics: Zithulele Mkhize's Bluetooth chair brings laughter during Zandile Gumede fraud trial

During the Zandile Gumede fraud trial, Zithulele Mkhize brings a Bluetooth massaging chair to court, creating a light-hearted atmosphere among court staff and co-accused as he manages his health issues.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Eight-year prison sentence for fraudster in house sale scam

Riaan Dandrey Belelie has been sentenced to eight years in prison for defrauding a complainant of R300,000 in a fraudulent house sale, following a plea agreement on multiple charges.

Cape Argus News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Fraudster sentenced to eight years for R300,000 house sale scam

Riaan Dandrey Belelie has been sentenced to eight years in prison after defrauding a complainant of R300,000 in a fraudulent house sale. The court revealed the details of the scam that led to his arrest.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

Businessman in hot water after receiving R1. 4 million from SARS through misrepresentations

Mbongiseni Ngomane, 34, faces serious allegations of defrauding SARS out of R1. 4 million. What led to his arrest and what are the implications for his business?

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Concerns arise over email authenticity in Zandile Gumede's corruption trial

Concerns have emerged regarding the authenticity of emails linked to the Durban Solid Waste corruption trial, as the defence questions the involvement of a lead investigator from Integrity Forensic Solutions.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

R10 million theft case at Ramaphosa's farm postponed

The Phala Phala theft case involving President Ramaphosa faces another delay, now set for September 2025, as medical issues arise for one of the accused.

Cape Times News
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

State investigates medical records in Zandile Gumede corruption case

The corruption trial of former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede commenced at the Durban High Court, with the State seeking to investigate the medical condition of her co-accused, Allan Abbu. All the accused face serious charges related to a R300 million tender.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Medical condition: R10 million theft case at President Ramaphosa's farm postponed

Discover the latest developments in the Phala Phala theft case involving President Ramaphosa, as the trial is postponed until September 2025 due to medical reasons.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Scammed series: Ugandan boyfriend and ‘prophetess’ sentenced for defrauding Limpopo woman of R650,000

Two foreign nationals, Serage Martin Lubenga and Rhoda Mirembe, have been sentenced for defrauding a Limpopo woman of R650,000 in a heart-wrenching love scam.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Three suspects face court over Free State housing fraud

Three suspects are set to appear in the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, facing serious charges of theft, fraud, and money laundering linked to a low-cost housing project in the Free State.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Eastern Cape doctor fined R500 000 for defrauding SARS R1. 8 million in tax evasion

A medical doctor from East London, Kurunalingam Chetty, has been fined R500,000 and received a suspended prison sentence after defrauding SARS of over R1. 8 million.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Gauteng woman arrested for submitting fraudulent teaching qualifications at SACE headquarters

A Gauteng woman was arrested for allegedly submitting fraudulent teaching qualifications from UNISA at the South African Council for Educators head office in Centurion.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Police seize R1 million in cash and stolen bank cards from Parklands suspect

A foreign national arrested in Parklands faces serious charges as the investigation unfolds.

Cape Argus News
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Foreign national arrested in Parklands with over R1 million in cash and stolen bank cards

A foreign national arrested in Parklands faces serious charges as the investigation unfolds.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Suspect arrested for impersonating Hawks head Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya

In a shocking case of fraud, a man impersonating Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya was arrested in the Free State while attempting to extort a businessman.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Eastern Cape man sentenced to six months for SASSA disability grant fraud

Anele Gxumeka's fraudulent attempts to exploit SASSA for a disability grant result in a six-month prison sentence, highlighting the agency's commitment to combatting fraud.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Motorists warned amid spike of card cloning fraud at toll gates

It is alleged that criminals often place fake devices over the original payment terminals to extract data from the card’s magnetic strip.

Daily News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

Eastern Cape woman pulls off a R1. 6 million payday scam with 17 sneaky bank accounts

An Eastern Cape woman has been convicted of defrauding her employer of over R1. 6 million/

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

IOL Exclusive | Zimbabwe banker, South African banks implicated in R2 billion electoral scandal

Discover how a top Zimbabwean banker became embroiled in a R2 billion scandal involving the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission and a South African printing company, amid serious money laundering allegations.

News Crime and Courts
Supplied|Published

Cop in cuffs: Eastern Cape police officer busted on charges of fraud and money laundering

A 48-year-old police officer in Eastern Cape has been arrested on charges of fraud and money laundering, with investigations ongoing.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

PSL silent on action against GM Andile Ncobo amid fraud charges

Andile ‘Ace’ Ncobo, the general manager of the Premier Soccer League, faces serious allegations of fraud and money laundering. As he and his wife appear in court, questions arise about the PSL's response to these charges.

Cape Times News
Nicola Daniels and Robin-Lee Francke|Published

How ex-FIFA referee and wife allegedly embezzled R13 million in PetroSA scandal

Aldrin Ncobo, a former FIFA referee, and his wife face serious allegations of fraud and money laundering. They are accused of embezzling R13 million intended for school development in a PetroSA initiative.

Cape Times News
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Ncobo steps down from Extra Time TV show following fraud allegations

General Manager of the Premier Soccer League, Andile Ncobo, resigns from his long-standing role on Extra Time TV amid serious fraud and money laundering charges, asserting his innocence as he prepares for court.

Cape Argus News
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Andile ‘Ace’ Ncobo steps down from Supersport amid fraud allegations

Amid serious fraud and money laundering charges, Andile ‘Ace’ Ncobo resigns from his long-standing role on Supersport's Extra Time, leaving fans and viewers in shock.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published