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Foreign nationals seek refuge in Durban
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- Foreign nationals seek refuge in Durban
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- 5:34
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Police have dispersed a large group of foreign nationals, who say they are seeking refuge at the Durban Central Police Station. They claim they are heeding a call by an anti-illegal migrants group March and March to vacate their homes. The organisation has led several protests demanding the mass deportation of undocumented foreign nationals and stricter enforcement of immigration laws. Zikhona Ntshona reports.
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- Tensions rise over cancelled NSFAS oversight meeting
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- 9:06
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- A political row has broken out following the last-minute cancellation
of the Higher Education and Training Portfolio Committee meeting. The
meeting was intended to question Higher Education Minister Buti
Manamela about placing the National Student Financial Aid Scheme under
administration.
The session was also expected to focus on appointing Hlengani
Mathebula to oversee the institution. Economic Freedom Fighters MP
Sihle Lonzi reacts to the cancellation.
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- Usindiso fire case postponed: families seek justice
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- 13:14
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The case surrounding the devastating Usindiso building fire thatclaimed 76 lives in 2023 has been postponed to 3 June by the PalmRidge Magistrate's Court. Sithembiso Mdlalose stands accused ofstarting the deadly blaze, as victims’ families continue their fightfor justice nearly three years later. Marshalltown Fire JusticeCampaign spokesperson Rehad Desai weighs in on the latest courtproceedings.
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- Title
- Outrage after Israeli forces intercept Gaza aid mission
- Runtime
- 7:06
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Serious concern is mounting after individuals, including political activist and humanitarian ambassador Faizel Moosa, were allegedly intercepted by Israeli forces while on a mission to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The International Relations and Cooperation Department says the incident raises major humanitarian, legal and diplomatic concerns that cannot be ignored. Global Sumud Flotilla SA Steering Committee member Rivonia Pillay unpacks the latest developments.
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- Title
- SAPS under fire as corruption claims deepen
- Runtime
- 6:36
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Concerns are mounting over the stability within the SAPS amid the continued turmoil within the police service. Testimony heard before the Madlanga Commission and the Parliamentary ad-hoc committee highlighted alleged rot within the SAPS. Newzroom Afrika’s ZolekaQodashe unpacks this.
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- Title
- Oskido shares Order of Ikhamanga with Arthur and Mdu
- Runtime
- 7:56
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- "It is for us." Music producer Oscar 'Oskido' Mdlongwa, who just received the Order of Ikhamanga in Silver, says he dedicates it to his fellow musicians like Mdu Masilela and Arthur Mafokate who were part of the Kwaito movement when it started.
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- SAPS exchange fire with zama zamas, 26 arrested
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- 7:39
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- North West police have arrested 26 illegal miners and confiscated firearms during the operation. The police say when approached by the SAPS and SANDF members, the zama zamas opened fire and fled the scene.
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- Immigrants 'heed March and March call'
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- 9:44
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- A large group of immigrants is camping outside the Durban Central Police Station, seeking protection. They say they are heeding a call by the March and March movement to vacate their residences. The organisation has led several protests, demanding the mass deportation of undocumented foreign nationals and stricter enforcement of immigration laws. Zikhona Tshona reports.
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- Title
- Special focus on SAPS
- Runtime
- 7:22
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- On Newzroom405's special focus, Zoleka Qodashe discusses recent developments in the South African Police Service amid the Madlanga Commission and the Parliament inquiry probing corruption, infiltration and political influence in the criminal justice system.
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- North West Police arrest 16 illegal miners
- Runtime
- 6:10
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Police in the North West have arrested 16 illegal miners in Brits.
They've also confiscated a handgun, generators and other tools used in illegal mining activities. Newzroom Afrika's Scara Mafokoane has more.
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- Questions about SAPS ability to keep the public safe
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- 13:53
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Today we’re asking tough questions about the South African Police Service and its ability to keep the public safe.
From former national commissioners facing criminal charges to allegations of deep corruption within crime intelligence, the institution finds itself at a crossroads. Let's focus on two linked challenges: corruption and misconduct within the police force, and the accountability of the agencies tasked with policing the police.
Independent crime analyst Dr Chris de Kock and Karam Singh, Head of Legal and Investigations at Good Governance Africa weighs in.
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- Phala Phala: Parliament awaits impeachment committee nominees
- Runtime
- 7:03
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza says they will wait for political parties to nominate members who will constitute the impeachment committee to hear President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala matter.
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- Title
- Lerutla's return to work challenged
- Runtime
- 2:23
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Opposition parties in the Ekurhuleni metro have written to the speaker requesting an emergency council sitting, following City Manager Kagiso Lerutla's return to work today.
He's been on 30 days voluntary leave of absence, after being charged alongside suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department Deputy Chief, Julius Mkhwanazi.
The pair are accused of fraud, corruption and defeating the ends of justice, for allegedly paying 4-hundred thousand rand in 2019 - for someone to stand in for Lerutla in a court case.
Newzroom Afrika's Scara Mafokoane reports.
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- Sotheni officially begins bail application
- Runtime
- 4:24
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The alleged triggerman in the murder of Marius van der Merwe, who's also known as Witness D, insists that he's innocent of the crime.
Matipandile Sotheni deposed an affidavit as he officially began his bail application in the Brakpan magistrate's court.
He faces a raft of charges which include murder and possession of unlicenced ammunition linked to the December drive by-shooting.m Afrika’s Zoleka Qodashe has the details…
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- Murder of Sindiso Magaqa delayed yet again
- Runtime
- 3:09
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The trial into the murder of Sindiso Magaqa has been delayed yet again, almost nine years since the former ANCYL secretary general was gunned down. Sbonelo Myeza, Mbulelo Mpofana and former municipal manager Zweliphansi Skhosana are accused of several charges including conspiracy to commit the murder. Prosecutors are raising concern about the toll of the case of the victim's family and witnesses. Newzroom Afrika's Zikhona Tshona reports.
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- NPA considers re-enrolling Joe Sibanyoni's case
- Runtime
- 4:00
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The National Prosecuting Authority is considering re-enrolling the extortion and money laundering case against prominent taxi boss Joe Sibanyoni and three co-accused. The Kwaggafontein Magistrate’s Court struck off the roll the case after the prosecutor failed to appear for bail proceedings.
The NPA is now waiting for a report from the Mpumalanga Director of Public Prosecutions regarding proceedings.
Newzroom Afrika’s Veronica Makhoali reports…
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- Title
- Renewed focus on instability in SAPS
- Runtime
- 8:07
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Instability within the South African Police Service is under renewed focus following testimonies heard at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry and a parliamentary ad-hoc committee probe into alleged corruption and misconduct. In the latest development, National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola appeared in the dock alongside alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala. Zoleka Qodashe has more.
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- Ramaphosa to confer National Orders
- Runtime
- 8:19
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to confer National Orders in Pretoria today. The awards are among South Africa’s highest honours, recognising individuals whose work has made a lasting impact locally and abroad. This year’s recipients include music producer Oskido, Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus, and veteran musician Jonathan Butler. Nqobile Madlala and Vuyo Macoba have more details.
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- Title
- Did Parliament properly consult the public before passing thenew Public Procurement Act?
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- 5:34
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The Constitutional Court is set to decide whether Parliament properly consulted the public before passing South Africa’s new Public Procurement Act. AmaBhungane, the City of Cape Town and the Western Cape government argue the law was rushed through without adequate public participation. The Act will govern how public funds are spent. Newzroom Afrika's Ntokozo Khumalo has more from the Constitutional Court.
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- NW police arrest 14 alleged illegal miners
- Runtime
- 5:34
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Police in the North West have arrested at least 14 alleged illegal miners in Brits. They've also confiscated a handgun, generators and other tools used in illegal mining activities. North West police spokesperson Colonel Adele Myburgh says Home Affairs is expected to confirm their nationalities.
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- Administrator to be appointed for Gauteng Gambling Board
- Runtime
- 10:23
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Vuyiswa Ramokgopa says the department will appoint an administrator for the Gauteng Gambling Board following the dismissal of the CEO and the suspension of the CFO. She says they will also explore possible criminal action against the implicated individuals.
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- NPA to consider re-enrolling case against 'Ferrari', co-accused
- Runtime
- 15:30
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The National Prosecuting Authority is considering re-enrolling the extortion and money laundering case against prominent taxi boss Joe Sibanyoni and three co-accused. The Kwaggafontein Magistrate’s Court struck the case off the roll after the prosecutor failed to appear for bail proceedings. The NPA is now waiting for a report from the Mpumalanga Director of Public Prosecutions regarding the proceedings. Spokesperson Kaizer Khganyago says the men should be given an opportunity to respond to their charges.
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- Morero leads CBD operation
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- 3:07
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero is leading yet another clean-up operation, which includes demolishing illegal makeshift structures in the CBD. This is part of the City’s crackdown on bylaw infringements. Newzzroom Afrika's Veronica Makhoali reports.
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- NPA wants to re-enroll Joe Sibanyoni’s case
- Runtime
- 9:56
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- “They are not off the hook at all,” says NPA spokesperson Mthunzi Mhaga, adding that the DPP is engaging law enforcement to facilitate a process to re-enroll the Kwaggafontein case against taxi boss Joe Sibanyoni and Bafana Sindane, which was struck off the roll. He says an arrest warrant has been issued against the prosecutor in the matter.
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- Omphile Sithole’s grandparents remain behind bars
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- 8:35
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The grandparents of missing toddler Omphile Sithole will remain in
custody for another week before their formal bail application is
heard.
According to Eyewitness News, Vinolia Mabuela and Jacob Ledwaba
appeared in the Mahwelereng Magistrate Court following the child’s
disappearance in Limpopo earlier this month.
Omphile was reportedly snatched while sleeping next to her grandmother
at their Ga-Mabuela home on May 2. Eyewitness News reporter Nkosikhona
Malinga-Mnisi has the latest.
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- Title
- Bushy Maape remembered
- Runtime
- 8:26
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- A prayer service for the late former North West premier and
struggle veteran Bushy Maape has concluded following his passing at
the age of 68. Maape died at a Johannesburg hospital on Saturday after
a short illness. Tributes continue to pour in for the long-time
African National Congress leader and anti-apartheid activist. Newzroom
Afrika’s Refiloe Seboko reports.
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- Limpopo police provide update on the Omphile Sithole case
- Runtime
- 6:14
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Limpopo police spokesperson Malesela Ledwaba shares details on the
ongoing investigation into the disappearance of toddler Omphile
Sithole. The child’s grandparents remain in custody pending a formal
bail application after appearing in the Mahwelereng Magistrate Court.
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- Title
- MK Party spokesperson changes
- Runtime
- 7:55
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Political analyst Bheki Mngomezulu unpacks the appointment of former
news editor Sifiso Mahlangu as the new spokesperson for the uMkhonto
weSizwe Party.
The discussion also focuses on former spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela's
departure and what the leadership change could signal for the party
going forward.
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- Title
- ConCourt strikes down certificate of need scheme
- Runtime
- 12:34
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The Constitutional Court has declared sections of the National Health
Act unconstitutional, effectively striking down the controversial
Certificate of Need scheme.
The court found the law gave the Health Department overly broad powers
over where private healthcare providers could operate. Simon Strachan
from the South African Private Practitioners Forum reacts.
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- Title
- WHO declares DRC Ebola outbreak a global health emergency
- Runtime
- 10:59
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in the
Democratic Republic of the Congo a global health emergency after the
disease claimed at least 80 lives.
Health experts warn the outbreak could escalate significantly if not
contained swiftly.
President Cyril Ramaphosa commended the DRC and Uganda for their
response efforts and called on African Union member states and
international partners to strengthen pandemic preparedness and
response systems.
Chris van Straten from International SOS unpacks the implications of
the outbreak.
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- Magaqa murder trial delayed again amid witness concerns
- Runtime
- 11:16
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The long-awaited trial into the killing of former African National
Congress Youth League secretary-general Sindiso Magaqa failed to
proceed as scheduled. Nearly nine years after Magaqa’s murder,
concerns continue to mount over witnesses who have allegedly been
killed during the investigation. Sbonelo Myeza, Mbulelo Mpofana and
former municipal manager Zweliphansi Skhosana face charges, including
conspiracy to commit murder. The matter was postponed after Skhosana
changed legal representation. ANC KwaZulu-Natal spokesperson Sifiso
Sonjica reacts.
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- Title
- DA appoints Glynnis Breytenbach as new chief whip
- Runtime
- 10:47
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The Democratic Alliance has appointed Glynnis Breytenbach as its new
chief whip in the National Assembly. The party says Breytenbach’s
extensive parliamentary and legal experience makes her well-suited for
the position. She will also lead the DA’s members serving on the Phala
Phala impeachment committee.
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- Title
- NPA suspends prosecutor after courtroom contempt finding
- Runtime
- 9:59
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- The National Prosecuting Authority has confirmed the suspension of a
prosecutor found in contempt of court at the Kwaggafontein Magistrate
Court in Mpumalanga. The development follows dramatic scenes in the
case involving taxi boss Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni and three co-accused
after the matter was struck off the roll. The NPA says it will now
institute disciplinary action against the prosecutor. NPA's Adv.
Mthunzi Mhaga has more information.
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- Title
- Helen Suzman Foundation challenges Malema’s JSC role
- Runtime
- 6:43
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- The Helen Suzman Foundation has launched a legal challenge in the
Western Cape High Court seeking to compel Parliament to assess whether
Julius Malema is fit to serve on the Judicial Service Commission.
The application raises questions about Parliament’s oversight
responsibilities and the relationship between political conduct,
criminal law and judicial independence. Helen Suzman Foundation
attorney Jason Whyte explains the legal action.
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- Title
- SAHRC to probe Gauteng water crisis
- Runtime
- 10:47
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- SA Human Rights Commission’s Khululiwe Sithole speaks to Vuyo Mvoko about the institution’s inquiry to be conducted into the water crisis in Gauteng.
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- Title
- CoCourt ruling ensures equal access to healthcare - Smart
- Runtime
- 7:20
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- University of Johannesburg's Prof. Benjamin Smart says today's Constitutional Court judgment on the National Health Act ensures equal access to healthcare.
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- Title
- Sibanyoni, co-accused not yet out of the woods - Majavu
- Runtime
- 11:50
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Legal expert Zola Majavu says taxi boss Joe 'Ferrari' Sibanyoni and co-accused Bafana Sindane, Mvimbi Daniel Masilela and Philemon Msiza are not yet out of the woods. This after the Kwaggafontein Magistrate Court struck the case related to the alleged R2-million extortion off the roll.
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- Title
- SAMA welcomes ConCourt judgment
- Runtime
- 7:50
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- SAMA chairperson Dr Mvuyisi Mzukwa highlights the importance of the Constitutional Court judgment against the government's controversial certificate of need scheme for health professionals.
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- Title
- Remembering Bushy Maape
- Runtime
- 8:47
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Tributes are continuing to pour in for struggle veteran and former North West Premier Bushy Maape. Maape died in Johannesburg on Saturday, and memorial events are expected to be held throughout the week. Refiloe Seboko has more from Mahikeng
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- Title
- Magaqa’s murder case postponed
- Runtime
- 4:58
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- The murder trial of former ANC Youth League secretary-general Sindiso Magaqa’s has been postponed to 3 June.
Three accused, Sbonelo Myeza, Mbulelo Mpofana and Zweliphansi Skhosana appeared in the Pietermaritzburg court today.
They face charges including murder and defeating the ends of justice.
Magaqa was shot in July 2017 during an attack in uMzimkhulu, KwaZulu-Natal, and later died in hospital.
Newzrooom Afrika's Zikhona Tshona has more.
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- Title
- Pupils receive marks without a teacher
- Runtime
- 7:22
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Parents of Grade 6 pupils at Manzini Primary School in Katlehong are demanding urgent answers from education authorities. They discovered that their children are receiving marks for Natural Sciences despite not having a teacher. The parents say the class teacher was abruptly moved without explanation, leaving learners without formal teaching for months. Despite this, learners are still being assessed and issued marks, raising serious questions about how those marks are determined. Nqobile Madlala reports.
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- Title
- Residential associations help maintain public spaces
- Runtime
- 12:06
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- What began as a community initiative to paint street kerbs has evolved into a formal partnership between a residential association and the City of Johannesburg. The Blairgowrie Community Association's partnership with the city is part of a broader D-I-Y project, where residential associations help restore and maintain public spaces. Residents contribute funding and volunteer labour, while the city provides formal approval, technical support and coordination. Angela Rivers, General manager of the Johannesburg property owners and managers association weighs in.
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- Residential associations help restore and maintain public spaces
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- 2:41
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- What began as a community initiative to paint street kerbs has evolved into a formal partnership between a residential association and the City of Johannesburg. The Blairgowrie Community Association's partnership with the city is part of a broader D-I-Y project, where residential associations help restore and maintain public spaces. Residents contribute funding and volunteer labour, while the city provides formal approval, technical support and coordination. Newzroom Afrika's Scara Mafokoane brings us this report.
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- Title
- DA threatens legal action over Lerutla's return to work
- Runtime
- 7:53
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- The DA threatens to take legal action following the return of Ekurhuleni City Manager Kagiso Lerutla to work. Lerutla faces charges of fraud and corruption. DA Ekurhuleni mayoral candidate, Khathutshelo Rasilingwane, says they demand that the Speaker convenes a council meeting over the matter. Newzroom Afrika's Scara Mafokoane reports.
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- Sibanyoni, co-accused to learn their fate
- Runtime
- 5:14
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Bail judgment is expected today in the case involving prominent taxi boss Joe Sibanyoni and three others. Sibanyoni, along with Mvimbi Masilela and Philemon Msiza, were arrested last week during an early morning operation by the police's organised crime unit in Gauteng and Mpumalanga. A fourth suspect, Bafana Sindane, handed himself over to police days later. Veronica Makhoali is following the case.
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- Title
- Maape to be laid to rest on Saturday
- Runtime
- 5:02
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- The famile of late former North West Premier Bushy Maape says he will be laid to rest this coming weekend in Vryburg. Maape died in Johannesburg on Saturday, and memorial events are expected to be held throughout the week. Refiloe Seboko has more from Mahikeng.
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- Title
- Simelane leads SA delegation to13th Session of the World Urban Forum
- Runtime
- 14:21
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane is leading a high-level delegation to the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan. She joins global leaders to address the international housing crisis and advocate for cities that are more inclusive and sustainable. Simelane unpacks how these global best practices will translate into real homes and dignity in South Africa.
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- Title
- Lerutla to return to work
- Runtime
- 5:48
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Ekurhuleni City Manager Kagiso Lerutla is set to return to work today, following a thirty day voluntary leave of absence after his arrest. However, his return to the office may be short-lived as the highest decision-making body in the city is expected to meet just four days later to consider placing him on precautionary suspension while his legal battle unfolds. Lerutla, along with suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi, faces charges of fraud, corruption and defeating the ends of justice. They are accused of paying R400 000 2019 for someone to stand in for Lerutla in a court case. Scara Mafokoane reports.
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- Bityi residents take matters in their own hands
- Runtime
- 3:45
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Residents of Bityi say they have lost hope in government and are now repairing damaged roads. Community members in Ward 18 are pooling money to fill dangerous ditches and badly eroded routes that have disrupted access to schools, healthcare facilities and homes. Newzroom Afrika’s Liyema Vumisahas more.
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- Constitutional Court to deliver judgment on how courts deal with company shutdowns
- Runtime
- 5:39
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- The Constitutional Court is set to hand down crucial judgments on how courts deal with company shutdowns and how far the state can regulate businesses in the healthcare sector. Ntokozo Khumalo is at the Constitutional Court.
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