Polokwane Mayor John Mpe back in court for corruption allegations

The High Court in Polokwane is expected to hear the Hawks’ urgent application to compel the executive mayor of the Polokwane Municipality John Mpe, to furnish them with documents.  This application was previously withdrawn last Thursday, with no indication of the reason for the withdrawal.  Mpe is under investigation for alleged corruption, including granting municipal tenders…

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Mbalula, Malema to visit Mabuza’s homestead

Former ANC DP David Mabuza ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula and the leader of the EFF Julius Malema are expected to visit the homestead of the former deputy President David Mabuza in Barberton, Mpumalanga. Mourners continue to flock to the Mabuza residence to pay their respect. Representatives of political parties, and entities including members of the…

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Three accused in Phala Phala theft case back in court

Three people accused of breaking into President Cyril Ramaphosa’s farm and stealing over 500 000 US dollars will appear before the Modimolle Magistrate’s Court in Limpopo. Immanuela David and siblings Floriana and Ndilinasho Joseph allegedly stole the money, which had reportedly been concealed in a sofa in February 2020. Livestream:   

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Chikombedzi water tales: From 3km distance to piped water

People living in this area travel long distances looking for the precious liquid. This year’s El Niño-induced drought makes it even worse for them. TWIGGY trees with no sign of life, rocky terrains and a generally dry outlook characterise this location. Found in the lower south of the country, Chikombedzi is the true definition of…

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Tshwane blames contractor for asbestos housing delay

The City of Tshwane says they will investigate money expenditure in an abandoned housing project The City of Tshwane has explained why nearly 1 000 people are still living in temporary asbestos housing units in Mamelodi, Pretoria. The city says that a contractor it had appointed to build permanent structures abandoned the project. The affected…

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FNB Stadium Soweto derby, fans urged to arrive early

3 minutes Football fans who will be attending the Soweto derby between arch-rivals Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs have been urged to arrive early at the venue to avoid unnecessary problems. Thousands of fans who will be attending South Africa’s biggest soccer match are encouraged to use park and ride facilities available for the encounter….

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DTIC welcomes companies Amendment Acts of 2024

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau meets with the Black Business Council on August 12, 2024. 1 minute The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition has welcomed the two Companies Amendment Acts of 2024, which were assented into law on July 26.  According to a statement by the department, the two Acts were published…

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Suspect to appear in court for KZN traffic cop’s murder

1 minute The KwaDukuza Community Policing Forum on the KwaZulu-Natal north coast has called on authorities to ensure that the suspect in the killing of Road Traffic Inspectorate Superintendent, Mariemuthoo Arumugam, is successfully prosecuted. The 27-year-old suspect who was arrested on Monday will appear in court today. It is alleged that the suspect robbed a…

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