gauteng

Fannie Masemola, ‘Cat’ Matlala appear together in court over R228m Medicare 24 tender

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Suspended national police commissioner General Fannie Masemola appeared in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday alongside alleged underworld figure Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala and 14 other individuals. The appearance centers on an allegedly irregular R228-million police healthcare tender. Corruption and Fraud Allegations The group faces charges of corruption, fraud, and money-laundering linked to a contract awarded … Read more

Fuel price hikes in South Africa – Fill up before midnight

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The Volatility Trap: Why Your Fuel Bill Keeps Surprising You For most motorists, the trip to the petrol station has become a game of Russian roulette. One month the prices are stable; the next, a sudden spike leaves your monthly budget in shambles. But these price hikes aren’t random. They are the result of a … Read more

Taxi boss Joe ‘Ferrari’ Sibanyoni arrested on extortion-related charges

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Taxi boss Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni has been arrested on charges related to extortion. He was taken into custody along with two other individuals. Details of the Arrest The arrest of Sibanyoni occurred last night in Pretoria, specifically in the area near Centurion. Colonel Mavela Masondo, a spokesperson for the Mpumalanga police, confirmed that three people … Read more

Court dismisses latest bid to gag News24 over reporting on murdered Ekurhuleni auditor

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The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg has dismissed an urgent application filed by Theuwedi Trading Enterprise and its sole director, Nakampe Aubrey Moliwa. The applicants sought to compel the removal of a news report concerning the murder of Mpho Mafole, a senior forensic auditor for Ekurhuleni. Court Ruling on Press Freedom Judge Elmien du Plessis … Read more

Suspended Ekurhuleni metro police chief Mkhwanazi, city manager Lerutla get R30k bail

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Suspended city manager Kagiso Lerutla and suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi have been granted bail of R30,000 each. Magistrate Emmanual Magampa delivered the ruling on Tuesday in the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court. Charges of Fraud and Corruption The two high-ranking officials face serious charges, including corruption, fraud, and defeating the ends of … Read more

shocking report reveals 60% of women in SA experience obstetric violence

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Obstetric Violence in South Africa: A Crisis Demanding Systemic Change Nearly 60% of women in South Africa experience obstetric violence during childbirth, a shocking statistic revealed in recent research. This isn’t simply about isolated incidents; it’s a systemic crisis within maternal care that demands urgent and comprehensive reform. The findings, presented at the University of … Read more

Nearly R1.9 million in public funds splurged on unfinished mayoral mansion

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The Lesedi local municipality spent nearly R1.9 million – a total of R1,867,532 – on improvements to properties earmarked as a mayoral residence in Heidelberg. The expenditure occurred on Erf 1812 and Erf 1813 in Bergsig Extension 9, but the building of the mayoral house was later discontinued by a council resolution. Building of Mayoral … Read more

police crack down on scholar transport

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Authorities in Bayview, South Africa, have recently uncovered a series of serious safety breaches in school transportation services. A crackdown this week revealed vehicles dangerously overcrowded, and drivers operating without the legally required permits. Alarming Findings in Scholar Transport Crackdown Police discovered a vehicle carrying 29 children in a vehicle designed for only 16 passengers. … Read more

Chief justice welcomes appointment of deputy chief justice Dunstan Mlambo

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South Africa’s Judiciary Gears Up: Justice Mlambo’s Appointment Signals Future Trends The South African judiciary is entering a new chapter with the appointment of Justice Dunstan Mlambo as Deputy Chief Justice. Announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa and welcomed by Chief Justice Mandisa Maya, this move signifies more than just filling a position; it hints at … Read more

Gauteng Provincial Police Commissioner survives hijacking attempt

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The Rising Tide of Targeted Attacks: A Deep Dive into South Africa’s Security Challenges The recent attempted hijacking of Major General Fred Kekana, the acting Gauteng Provincial Police Commissioner, is a stark reminder of the escalating threats facing law enforcement in South Africa. This incident, coupled with other disturbing events, paints a worrying picture of … Read more

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