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SIU probes state entities over controversialNew Age media breakfast events
The SIU expands its investigation of five state institutions tied to The New Age media breakfasts.
SIU broadens probe into state entities over controversial New Age media breakfast events
The SIU expands its investigation of five state institutions tied to The New Age media breakfasts.
NPA appeals Gupta-linked Nulane R24. 9 million money laundering case after accused were acquitted
Five accused in the R24. 9 million money laundering Gupta-linked Nulane Investment case walked free after their charges were dismissed by the Bloemfontein High Court.
MK Party to defend Zuma's presidential legacy in landmark April inaugural lecture
The MK Party is set to host a groundbreaking lecture defending former president Jacob Zuma's legacy, with party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu claiming Zuma was South Africa's most accomplished head of state - challenging years of contrary public opinion.
Public Works Minister Under Fire for Alleged Interference in IDT Payment Process
Public Works Minister Dean MacPherson faces accusations of political interference after directly pressuring an IDT staff member regarding contractor payments. The uMkhonto Wesizwe Party has called for Public Protector intervention, comparing the incident to previous state capture cases.
SIU granted mandate to probe corruption allegations in Acsa’s interest rate swap agreements
The SIU investigation will look into improper or unlawful conduct by employees or officials of the Acsa.
Expired food found at Bluff warehouse a concern
Expired food items and antibiotics discovered in Durban's ports raise serious questions about safety and accountability in South Africa's import/export processes.
To survive Zuma’s wrath, Malema must return to the ANC - ANCYL leader Collen Malatji
ANC Youth League president Collen Malatji said EFF members switching to MKP was Zuma’s hit back at Malema for removing him from office as president.
Pravin Gordhan and the role of the media was a dancing act
Listening and watching the attendees at his memorial was a jolt into the past. The eulogies from those across all walks of life, faith and colours represented all that we are as South Africans.
Transnet, SIU head to court to recover R2. 7 billion from Nedbank from state capture linked transactions
In a joint statement Transnet and the Special Investigating Unit said that they will launch proceedings against Nedbank to set aside swap transactions.
Parties and civil organisations disappointed over MKP's John Hlophe election to JSC
‘It is a cruel irony that aspirant judicial officers will be assessed on their ethics, integrity and fitness for judicial office by commissioners who themselves have been found guilty of misconduct. ’ - Mbekezeli Benjamin from Judges Matter
India denies bail to Ajay Gupta, linked to S. Africa graft, after builder death
An Indian court has refused bail to a member of the Gupta family, linked to orchestrating industrial-scale corruption in South Africa.
Ajay and Anil Gupta denied bail
Ajay Gupta, 58, and another family member, Anil Gupta, were arrested in Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand State.
Guptas arrested in India not wanted by SA authorities and Interpol
The men arrested in India are not the Gupta brothers South Africa is trying to extradite for State Capture offences.
Guptas arrested for their alleged involvement in suicide of Indian builder
Ajay and Anil Gupta have been arrested in India for their alleged involvement in the suicide of a prominent builder. The brothers are accused of threatening and harassing the builder over financial matters.
MK Party manifesto launch: Members sing ‘umshini wam’, paint Soweto green ahead of Zuma’s address
Dressed in MKP regalia and singing struggle songs, the supporters hoped for Zuma to come back to serve as president.
SIU probing Nedbank over interest rate swap transactions with SOEs
Nedbank has been referred to the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) by the Airports Company SA (ACSA), and in addition may face legal woes from Transnet.
‘Don’t forget Jacob Zuma sold the country to the Guptas’, says Thuli Madonsela in MK Party warning
Madonsela alleged that Zuma repurposed many of the state entities to do the work and enriched his family and the family of the Gupta’s.
EXCLUSIVE: Will the real Zuma please stand up?
Former president Jacob Zuma commands as much power and influence out of politics as he did while heading the country and the ANC. But what about his son, Duduzane? Zohra Teke finds out.
Magashule calls out Mashaba over corruption list
Last week, ActionSA launched the list in which it promises to prosecute within its first 100 days after taking over Parliament should the party gets an outright majority in the upcoming elections.
ActionSA vows to see to it that 10 implicated in wrongdoing are prosecuted after elections
This assertion was made by party president Herman Mashaba at the Gupta family’s former office in Saxonwold, Johannesburg, where his party also came up with a list of 10 politicians the party would be targeting if the party were to make it into Parliament.
Game of Thrones: How Jacob Zuma and uMkhonto weSizwe Party are positioning themselves as kingmakers
In a dramatic twist of political fate, Jacob Zuma, once ousted from the presidency, now leads the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) into a pivotal election. With predictions placing the MKP as a significant force in South African politics, Zuma's strategy could redefine the ANC's future and shake the very foundations of the nation's political establishment.
Outrage as UCT invites ex-Eskom CEO Matshela Koko to lecture on ethics, sparking public and civic uproar
In a controversial move, the University of Cape Town (UCT) finds itself in the spotlight after inviting former acting Eskom CEO, Matshela Koko, to lecture on Ethics and Professionalism. This decision has sparked outcry from civic organisation Public Interest SA, prompting a formal request to UCT's vice-chancellor, Professor Daya Reddy, to revoke the invitation.
Almost 100 high-ranking ANC members to be axed from poll list, following Integrity Commission report
Some of the 97 members implicated include the likes of chairperson Gwede Mantashe, deputy secretary-general Nomvula Monkonyane, and former minister Malusi Gigaba.
Anoj Singh loses application to have his bail conditions relaxed so he can work in Dubai
Corruption-accused Anoj Singh has lost his application to have his bail application relaxed so he can work in the UAE.