National SAPS reveals Mkhwanazi receiving threats since bombshell media briefing

National SAPS reveals Mkhwanazi receiving threats since bombshell media briefing

At the weekend, Mkhwanazi made jaw-dropping allegations, saying his team of detectives had uncovered a syndicate operating within the police’s higher structures. The national South African Police Service (SAPS) has revealed its KwaZulu-Natal Commissioner, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, has been receiving threats since his bombshell media briefing. At the weekend, Mkhwanazi made jaw-dropping allegations, saying his team of detectives had uncovered a syndicate operating within the police’s higher structures. SAPS national leadership […]

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Mbenenge testifies syringe emoji sent to Mengo was medical after conceding it could be viewed sexually

He was being cross-examined on Wednesday before the Judicial Conduct Tribunal in Sandton, Johannesburg, in the continued misconduct probe against him. Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge has changed his tone, testifying that the emoji of a syringe he sent to High Court secretary Andiswa Mengo was purely medical after conceding that it may be viewed as a male private part. He was being cross-examined on Wednesday before the Judicial […]

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Alleged crime kingpin Vusimuzi Matlala swaps luxury mansions for maximum security cell

The Pretoria businessman, accused of running a web of corruption, violence and tenders, is being held at Kgosi Mampuru C-Max. Alleged crime kingpin Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala has swapped his luxury mansions for a maximum-security cell, sharing a facility with the likes of Thabo Bester and Radovan Krejčíř, and now he’s complaining about his belongings from behind bars. The Pretoria businessman, accused of running a web of corruption, violence and tenders, […]

09/07/2025 1

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Didiza says Parliament considering Mkhwanazi’s allegations

Didiza said the allegations presented by Mkhwanazi are being considered for debate by the National Assembly. National Assembly Speaker, Thoko Didiza, has noted with concern allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi of political interference in the police. Didiza said the allegations presented by Mkhwanazi at the weekend, regarding security matters that she says have "implications for the country's national security", are being considered for debate by the National […]

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Surprise raid at Kgosi Mampuru prison exposes alleged graft by prison wardens

Led by national Commissioner Samuel Thobakgale, law enforcement officials swooped in on dozens of cells, searching for contraband. A surprise raid has exposed alleged corruption by prison wardens at the Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Facility. Led by national Commissioner Samuel Thobakgale, law enforcement officials swooped in on dozens of cells, searching for contraband. The operation uncovered several packets of crystal meth and marijuana, dozens of cellphones, cartons of cigarettes, and even […]

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Ramaphosa expected to engage with those directly implicated by Mkhwanazi

Briefing the media in Durban, Mkhwanazi made several damning allegations against top police officials, including Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu and Deputy National Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya. President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to unpack and engage with those directly implicated in a series of explosive allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi on Sunday. Briefing the media in Durban, Mkhwanazi made several damning allegations against top police officials, including Minister […]

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SASSA says beneficiaries who verified income sources can expect grant payments Tuesday

SASSA delayed some payments in July to targeted beneficiaries who are suspected of having extra sources of income. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) said beneficiaries who have come forward to verify their sources of income can expect grant payments on Tuesday. SASSA delayed some payments in July targeted at beneficiaries who are suspected of having extra sources of income. Grant recipients who have received communication from SASSA are […]

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All Blacks captain Scott Barrett out for rest of France series

Barrett left the field in the 58th minute during Saturday's 31-27 win against France in Dunedin. New Zealand captain Scott Barrett was on Tuesday ruled out of the rest of the three-match series against France because of a calf tear suffered in the first Test. Barrett left the field in the 58th minute during Saturday's 31-27 win against France in Dunedin. It was initially feared to be an Achilles issue, […]

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Sedibeng’s Rustervaal Clinic temporarily closed due to safety concerns

The Gauteng Department of Health says structural damage, including a collapsing ceiling and electrical faults, forced the closure of the clinic on Monday. The Rustervaal Clinic in Sedibeng has been temporarily closed as a result of serious safety concerns. The Gauteng Department of Health said structural damage, including a collapsing ceiling and electrical faults, forced the closure of the clinic on Monday. As a result, patients are being transported to […]

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