Malema vows to keep fighting for the marginalised ahead of sentencing

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) supporters arrive ahead of South African opposition politician Julius Malema’s appearance at court for a pre-sentencing hearing. Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema says he will not be deterred from advocating for the marginalised, as he awaits sentencing following his conviction in the firearm case. Speaking to party members who…

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Western Cape authorities warn of impending drought

[FILE IMAGE]: Dried-out branches are seen amongst caked mud. Western Cape authorities have warned of an impending drought across the province. The South African Weather Services (SAWS) is predicting lower than average rainfall for a second consecutive year. The provincial Department of Local Government says water management systems are lagging behind in a number of…

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Ekurhuleni mayor denies alleged link to former auditor’s death

[File Image]: Ekurhuleni Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza delivering the State of the City Address. City of Ekurhuleni mayor, Nkosindiphile Xhakaza, has dismissed allegations linking him to the killing of the City’s former Chief Auditor, Mpho Mafole. The mayor briefed the media in Germiston following media reports that he attempted to interfere in investigations into wrongdoings in…

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ConCourt finds Moradi Cholota’s extradition was unlawful

Moroadi Cholota who is former PA of then Free State Premier, Ace Magashule The Constitutional Court has found that the extradition of Moroadi Cholota, the former personal assistant to Ace Magashule, was unlawful.    Cholota was extradited from the United States in 2024 to face corruption and money laundering charges linked to the Free State asbestos case.   The…

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