The SAHRC sets up a station ahead of its load reduction inquiry. The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) is investigating a complaint from tenants at the Merriespruit Complex in Virginia in the Free State. Acting provincial manager Thonoko Modise says preliminary findings indicate that residents have been exposed to unhygienic conditions due to sewage…
Suspended Tshwane Chief Officer, Gareth Mnisi faces tough questioning at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry Suspended Tshwane Chief Officer Gareth Mnisi has struggled to support his testimony before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria. Mnisi said that he had ignored suspended police Organised Crime Unit member, Fannie Nkosi’s request to certify the compliance of seven…
Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala testifying at the at Kgoši Mampuru Correctional Facility in Pretoria. The Pretoria Magistrate’s Court has ordered that alleged criminal mastermind Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala remain in custody at the Kgosi Mampuru Maximum Security Prison for consultations until the 13th of May. Matlala is facing charges of fraud and corruption in relation to the R360m…
[FILE] Police stop a vehicle with suspected stolen livestock. Commercial and subsistence farmers from South Africa and Lesotho have reached an agreement to combat stock theft across the border. Farmers from Qacha’s Nek District in Lesotho and the Alfred Nzo District in South Africa have formed a joint anti-stock theft organisation. The initiative follows years…
Soldiers carry coffin of anti-apartheid activists hung in 1986 in Pretoria and buried in paupers’ graves in Mamelodi. The families of two anti-apartheid activists from Ga-Maupa village outside Giyani in Limpopo are calling for justice, nearly four decades after their loved ones were executed by the apartheid government. Alex Matsepane and Solomon Mawasha, who were…
Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi ActionSA has welcomed the arrests of suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi and a senior municipal official. The two are appearing in the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court, facing charges of fraud, corruption and defeating the ends of justice. WATCH | Ekurhuleni City Manager Kagiso Lerutla and…
Police personnel make mass arrests and prevent crimes as part of their Operation Shanela crime blitz. Gauteng police have arrested 1031 suspects for various crimes during an operation dubbed Shanela. The suspects include undocumented migrants. The arrests were made on the weekend, and they are expected to appear in various courts soon. #sapsGP [HAPPENING NOW]…
Kazeir Chiefs share spoils with Polokwane City in 0-0 draw Polokwane City has held Kaizer Chiefs to a goalless draw in a Betway Premiership match at the Old Peter Mokaba stadium in Polokwane. Amakhosi came into this match looking to cement their place in position three, while the hosts were keen to hold on to…
The late Xitsonga musician, Kenny Bevhula A well-known Xitsonga musician, Kenny Bevhula, has died at the age of 53. He died last night after losing the battle with cancer of the bladder. The bereaved family says in a statement that Bevhula will be remembered for his unique voice. Family spokesperson Shadrack Bevhula says details of…
[FILE] Flooded roads. Learning has been disrupted in Disaneng village near Mahikeng in the North West after a river burst its banks following heavy rains. The flooding has cut off access to local schools, including Ipeleng Primary and Jan Masibi Secondary. A nearby dam has also overflowed, worsening conditions in the area. Residents say the…
