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Morero letter lays bare discrepancies in claims made by suspended RAF exec

RAF executive Sefotle Modiba resigned as director of treasury at the City of Johannesburg during disciplinary hearings where he was accused of misconduct. The City of Johannesburg has since denied Modiba’s claims that the separation was mutual. A letter sent by Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero to the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) has laid bare discrepancies in claims made by the suspended chief investment officer (CIO) at the Road […]

14/07/2025 3

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Ramaphosa establishes 5th commission of inquiry since becoming head of state

On Sunday, Ramaphosa announced he was setting up a judicial commission of inquiry to look into corruption allegations within the top brass of the country’s law enforcement agencies. President Cyril Ramaphosa has established his fifth commission of inquiry since becoming head of state, leading to some opposition parties accusing him of indecisive leadership. On Sunday, Ramaphosa announced he was setting up a judicial commission of inquiry to look into corruption […]

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SASSA CEO to clear the air around social grant reviews

SASSA flagged 210,000 social grant beneficiaries suspected of not disclosing additional income truthfully. CEO of the Social Security Agency (SASSA), Themba Matlou, is expected to clear the air on Monday around the social grant reviews, which have affected thousands of beneficiaries. SASSA flagged 210,000 social grant beneficiaries suspected of not disclosing additional income truthfully. Matlou will brief the media to dispel any misinformation around the beneficiary review process. SASSA has […]

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Mashatile to undertake a working visit to China

Deputy President Paul Mashatile's visit seeks to advance the country’s supply chain and accelerate industrialisation. Deputy President Paul Mashatile is set to undertake a working visit to China in efforts to enhance bilateral collaboration, among other matters. The two countries have had diplomatic ties for a little more than two decades now. According to the Institute for Security Studies, South Africa is China’s biggest market in Africa. Mashatile's visit seeks […]

14/07/2025 2

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Joburg residents warned to prepare for water disruptions as Rand Water conducts maintenance

Rand Water will be carrying out planned maintenance on its O2 pipeline from Monday until Friday. Johannesburg residents are being warned to prepare for water disruptions, as parts of the city are expected to be without running water for up to four days. Rand Water will be carrying out planned maintenance on its O2 pipeline from Monday until Friday. The maintenance will affect several areas in the metro, including those […]

13/07/2025 3

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Ramaphosa puts Mchunu on leave of absence, inquiry to probe Mkhwanazi’s allegations

President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on a special leave of absence pending a commission of inquiry into allegations that he’s embroiled in interference in the work of the South African Police Service (SAPS). President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on a special leave of absence pending a commission of inquiry into allegations that he’s embroiled in interference in the work of the South […]

13/07/2025 12

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4 suspects killed in shootout with police in Riverlea

Law enforcement said that they received intelligence about a planned business robbery at a shopping centre earlier on Sunday morning. Four suspects were shot and killed during a shootout with police in Riverlea, Johannesburg. Law enforcement said that they received intelligence about a planned business robbery at a shopping centre earlier on Sunday morning. When officers attempted to intercept the suspects, a shootout ensued. Provincial police spokesperson, Tintswalo Sibeko, said […]

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KZN Human Settlements Dept forks out R33m for building to house evicted flood victims

Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma revealed this during a media briefing on Saturday, where he gave an update on the current placement of families who were evicted from Bayside Hotel. KwaZulu-Natal’s Human Settlement department forked out R33 million to purchase Montclair Lodge in efforts to house displaced flood victims. Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma revealed this during a media briefing on Saturday, where he gave an update on the current […]

13/07/2025 2

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Trump says Mexico, EU to face 30% tariff from 1 Aug

Since returning to the presidency in January, Trump has unleashed sweeping tariffs on allies and competitors alike, roiling financial markets and raising fears of a global economic downturn. President Donald Trump on Saturday said major US trading partners Mexico and the European Union would face a 30 percent tariff starting next month, ramping up pressure for deals in his trade wars. Both sets of duties would take effect 1 August, […]

12/07/2025 2

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Mabuza’s move to support Ramaphosa in 2017 wasn’t a last-minute decision, Gumede tells mourners

The business tycoon told mourners at Mabuza's funeral on Saturday that the decision to abandon Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma's slate was not taken at the 11th hour. Contrary to popular belief that former Deputy President David Mabuza had a last-minute change of heart to support Cyril Ramaphosa in his 2017 bid to lead the African National Congress, his long-time friend and associate, Robert Gumede, said this was not true. The […]

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