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Power, pressure and perjury claims at the Madlanga Commission. Witness E alleges Senzo Mchunu pushed him to lie and fabricate evidence. Full story here.
Madlanga Commission: Witness E Alleges Senzo Mchunu Pressured Him To Lie And Fabricate Evidence
Witness E tells the Madlanga Commission that Senzo Mchunu pressured him to lie, fabricate statements and shift blame in explosive testimony.
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January 27, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Power, pressure and perjury claims at the Madlanga Commission. Witness E alleges Senzo Mchunu pushed him to lie and fabricate evidence. Full story here.
Gone too soon. Durban teenager Daniel Hill is being remembered for his kindness, talent and joyful spirit as schools and family share moving tributes.
Durban Teen Daniel Hill Remembered As Tributes Pour In From Schools And Family ‘You Left Us So Suddenly’
Tributes continue to pour in for Durban teenager Daniel Hill, remembered by family and schools as a kind, talented pupil taken too soon.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:43 AM
Gone too soon. Durban teenager Daniel Hill is being remembered for his kindness, talent and joyful spirit as schools and family share moving tributes.
March and March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma says she will hand herself over to police as SAPS reportedly prepares incitement charges. Here’s what sparked the showdown.
March And March Leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma To Surrender To Police Amid Incitement Charges
March and March founder Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma says she will hand herself over to police after SAPS allegedly moved to charge her with inciting public violence.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:21 AM
March and March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma says she will hand herself over to police as SAPS reportedly prepares incitement charges. Here’s what sparked the showdown.
Soldiers won’t fix gang violence alone. Cape Town safety boss JP Smith says real change needs arrests, prosecutions and strong policing. Here’s what the City is doing instead.
Cape Town Warns SANDF Deployment Alone Won’t Solve Gang Violence Crisis
Cape Town safety MMC JP Smith says SANDF deployment offers short-term relief but won’t fix gang violence without stronger policing, prosecutions and forensic capacity.
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January 27, 2026 at 8:58 AM
Soldiers won’t fix gang violence alone. Cape Town safety boss JP Smith says real change needs arrests, prosecutions and strong policing. Here’s what the City is doing instead.
Public voices take centre stage as Parliament opens submissions on alleged police corruption. Civil society, experts and whistleblowers weigh in.
Public Invited To Submit Views As Parliament Probes Alleged Police Corruption
Members of the public can make submissions to Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee probing alleged police corruption and political interference on Tuesday.
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January 27, 2026 at 8:05 AM
Public voices take centre stage as Parliament opens submissions on alleged police corruption. Civil society, experts and whistleblowers weigh in.
Was the ANC Johannesburg conference rigged? The party’s new leadership says no — and urges disgruntled members to follow internal processes. Here’s what was said.
ANC Johannesburg Leadership Rejects Claims Of Rigged Elective Conference
ANC Johannesburg’s new leadership has rejected claims that its elective conference was flawed, urging disgruntled members to follow internal party processes.
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January 27, 2026 at 7:46 AM
Was the ANC Johannesburg conference rigged? The party’s new leadership says no — and urges disgruntled members to follow internal processes. Here’s what was said.
KZN Hawks boss Lesetja Senona is set to testify at the Madlanga Commission as explosive claims link him to ‘Cat’ Matlala and a R360m SAPS tender.
KZN Hawks Head Lesetja Senona To Appear Before Madlanga Commission Over SAPS Tender Claims
KwaZulu-Natal Hawks boss Lesetja Senona is set to testify at the Madlanga Commission amid allegations linking him to Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala.
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January 27, 2026 at 7:29 AM
KZN Hawks boss Lesetja Senona is set to testify at the Madlanga Commission as explosive claims link him to ‘Cat’ Matlala and a R360m SAPS tender.
Another setback for the Nkabinde Inquiry as NDPP Shamila Batohi refuses to testify without legal counsel. Here’s why the process has stalled again.
Nkabinde Inquiry Delayed As NDPP Shamila Batohi Insists On Legal Counsel Before Testifying
The Nkabinde Inquiry faces further delays after NDPP Shamila Batohi refuses to testify without legal counsel, raising fresh procedural concerns.
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January 26, 2026 at 12:23 PM
Another setback for the Nkabinde Inquiry as NDPP Shamila Batohi refuses to testify without legal counsel. Here’s why the process has stalled again.
The high-stakes Nkabinde Enquiry is back. Will Shamila Batohi return to the stand as Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office is scrutinised once again?
Nkabinde Enquiry Resumes As Andrew Chauke’s Fitness To Hold Office Comes Under Fresh Scrutiny
The Nkabinde Enquiry into Advocate Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office resumes in Pretoria, with uncertainty over Shamila Batohi’s return.
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January 26, 2026 at 8:42 AM
The high-stakes Nkabinde Enquiry is back. Will Shamila Batohi return to the stand as Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office is scrutinised once again?
The Madlanga Commission is back. Two new witnesses are set to testify as allegations of political interference and police corruption return to the spotlight in Pretoria.
Madlanga Commission Resumes Hearings As Key Witnesses Set To Testify On Police Interference Claims
The Madlanga Commission resumes hearings in Pretoria, with two witnesses expected to testify on allegations of corruption and political interference in policing.
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January 26, 2026 at 8:20 AM
The Madlanga Commission is back. Two new witnesses are set to testify as allegations of political interference and police corruption return to the spotlight in Pretoria.
DJ Warras’ mother issues a stark warning ahead of Monday’s bail ruling, saying the accused could flee or intimidate witnesses if released. Read more.
DJ Warras Murder Case: Mother Warns Accused Could Flee If Granted Bail
DJ Warras’ mother fears the accused in her son’s murder could flee or intimidate witnesses if granted bail as the Johannesburg court prepares to rule. DJ Warras Murder Case
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January 26, 2026 at 7:56 AM
DJ Warras’ mother issues a stark warning ahead of Monday’s bail ruling, saying the accused could flee or intimidate witnesses if released. Read more.
Ballot papers from the ANC’s Johannesburg regional conference have been found at a Pretoria home. A report is now on the way — and the fallout could be big.
ANC To File Report After Johannesburg Conference Ballot Papers Found In Pretoria
The ANC will submit a report after ballot papers linked to its Johannesburg regional conference were found at a Pretoria home, sparking fresh scrutiny.
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January 26, 2026 at 7:37 AM
Ballot papers from the ANC’s Johannesburg regional conference have been found at a Pretoria home. A report is now on the way — and the fallout could be big.
A major shift for SA’s auto industry. Chery is set to take over Nissan’s Rosslyn plant, ending nearly 60 years of local Nissan assembly. Here’s what it means.
Chery To Acquire Nissan’s Rosslyn Plant, Ending Nearly 60 Years Of Local Nissan Assembly
Chinese automaker Chery is set to acquire Nissan’s Rosslyn plant in Pretoria, marking a major shift in South Africa’s automotive manufacturing landscape.
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January 24, 2026 at 6:29 AM
A major shift for SA’s auto industry. Chery is set to take over Nissan’s Rosslyn plant, ending nearly 60 years of local Nissan assembly. Here’s what it means.
Can a fine really mean “buying freedom”? Julius Malema’s lawyers push back as his firearm case heads to sentencing in East London. Read more.
Malema’s Legal Team Pushes Back Against Claim That Fine Means ‘Buying Freedom’ In Firearm Case
Julius Malema’s lawyers reject claims that a fine would let him buy his way out of jail as his firearm discharge case returns to court.
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January 24, 2026 at 6:01 AM
Can a fine really mean “buying freedom”? Julius Malema’s lawyers push back as his firearm case heads to sentencing in East London. Read more.
A social worker pleads for leniency in Julius Malema’s firearm case, citing his upbringing and role in society. Sentencing is set for April 15 — here’s what unfolded in court.
Malema Firearm Trial: Social Worker Urges Leniency As Court Sets April 15 For Sentencing
A social worker asks for a suspended sentence in Julius Malema’s firearm case as the East London court schedules sentencing for April 15.
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January 24, 2026 at 4:25 AM
A social worker pleads for leniency in Julius Malema’s firearm case, citing his upbringing and role in society. Sentencing is set for April 15 — here’s what unfolded in court.
South Africa may miss the G20 in 2026, but Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says Africa’s voice is still loud and clear. Here’s why he’s calling it a temporary setback.
Godongwana Downplays G20 Exclusion, Says Africa’s Global Influence Remains Strong
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says South Africa’s G20 absence in 2026 is temporary, insisting Africa’s voice remains firmly represented globally.
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January 24, 2026 at 4:07 AM
South Africa may miss the G20 in 2026, but Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says Africa’s voice is still loud and clear. Here’s why he’s calling it a temporary setback.
Explosive testimony in Parliament: Robert McBride says the Crime Intelligence slush fund has always been abused to control politicians and generals.
Crime Intelligence Slush Fund ‘Always Abused’ To Control Politicians And Generals, Says McBride
Former IPID head Robert McBride tells Parliament the Crime Intelligence slush fund has long been abused to control politicians and generals.
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January 22, 2026 at 10:25 AM
Explosive testimony in Parliament: Robert McBride says the Crime Intelligence slush fund has always been abused to control politicians and generals.
Suspended EMPD chief Julius Mkhwanazi faces Parliament this week. Allegations of corruption, crime links and the blue lights scandal take centre stage—here’s what to expect.
Embattled EMPD Chief Julius Mkhwanazi To Testify Before Parliament’s Police Ad Hoc Committee
Suspended EMPD head Julius Mkhwanazi is set to appear before Parliament’s police Ad Hoc Committee to answer allegations of corruption and criminal links.
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January 22, 2026 at 8:58 AM
Suspended EMPD chief Julius Mkhwanazi faces Parliament this week. Allegations of corruption, crime links and the blue lights scandal take centre stage—here’s what to expect.
Police corruption under the spotlight 👀 Parliament’s ad hoc committee finalises its witness list as Robert McBride, Julius Mkhwanazi and ‘Cat’ Matlala prepare to testify.
Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee To Finalise Witness List As Police Corruption Probe Intensifies
Parliament’s ad hoc committee meets to finalise witnesses in the police corruption probe, with Robert McBride, Julius Mkhwanazi and Vusimuzi Matlala set to testify.
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January 19, 2026 at 10:04 AM
Police corruption under the spotlight 👀 Parliament’s ad hoc committee finalises its witness list as Robert McBride, Julius Mkhwanazi and ‘Cat’ Matlala prepare to testify.
A new chapter for ANC veterans begins. Thabo Mbeki urges MK Liberation War Veterans to strengthen national security as fresh leadership takes office in Bloemfontein.
Mbeki Urges MK Liberation War Veterans To Bolster ANC National Security As New Leadership Takes Office
Thabo Mbeki calls on MK Liberation War Veterans to support ANC national security efforts following the election of new leadership in Bloemfontein.
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January 18, 2026 at 3:01 PM
A new chapter for ANC veterans begins. Thabo Mbeki urges MK Liberation War Veterans to strengthen national security as fresh leadership takes office in Bloemfontein.
Fixing failing municipalities is now a top ANC priority. Fikile Mbalula says better service delivery and rebuilding trust are central to the party’s 2026 agenda.
Mbalula: ANC Puts Improving Local Government Service Delivery At The Top Of 2026 Agenda
The ANC says fixing underperforming municipalities and restoring trust through better service delivery is its top priority in local government, says Fikile Mbalula.
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January 18, 2026 at 10:22 AM
Fixing failing municipalities is now a top ANC priority. Fikile Mbalula says better service delivery and rebuilding trust are central to the party’s 2026 agenda.
Crime syndicates inside SAPS? 🔍 Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo tells Parliament corruption has reached top management — and only unprecedented action can stop it.
SAPS Corruption Crisis: Crime Intelligence Boss Dumisani Khumalo Calls For Unprecedented Action
Crime Intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo warns Parliament that crime syndicates have infiltrated SAPS leadership, urging unprecedented interventions.
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January 17, 2026 at 9:56 AM
Crime syndicates inside SAPS? 🔍 Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo tells Parliament corruption has reached top management — and only unprecedented action can stop it.
Five matric distinctions, a promising future — and a heartbreaking disappearance. A Gauteng teen missing off Mozambique’s coast is honoured by his school.
Teen Missing Off Mozambique Coast Earns 5 Matric Distinctions, School Pays Tribute
A Gauteng teen missing after a snorkelling incident in Mozambique has posthumously earned five matric distinctions, as his school and family pay tribute.
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January 14, 2026 at 12:54 PM
Five matric distinctions, a promising future — and a heartbreaking disappearance. A Gauteng teen missing off Mozambique’s coast is honoured by his school.
Foot-and-mouth disease is spreading fast. Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen wants Cabinet to declare a state of disaster to unlock vaccines and enforcement.
Steenhuisen To Seek Disaster Declaration As Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak Escalates In South Africa
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen plans to ask Cabinet to declare the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak a disaster, unlocking enforcement and vaccines.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Foot-and-mouth disease is spreading fast. Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen wants Cabinet to declare a state of disaster to unlock vaccines and enforcement.
All eyes on Parliament as former police chief Khomotso Phahlane prepares to testify in the explosive corruption inquiry. Key witnesses, security fears and unanswered questions return to centre stage.
Parliament Corruption Inquiry Resumes As Former Police Chief Khomotso Phahlane Set To Testify
Parliament’s ad hoc corruption committee resumes hearings as former police chief Khomotso Phahlane prepares to testify, with key witnesses lined up.
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January 14, 2026 at 10:19 AM
All eyes on Parliament as former police chief Khomotso Phahlane prepares to testify in the explosive corruption inquiry. Key witnesses, security fears and unanswered questions return to centre stage.