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Mashudu Sadike

Senior Journalist

Is the NPA failing South Africa? A deep dive into incompetence and corruption

The NPA faces a credibility crisis that jeopardises justice in South Africa. This article explores the systemic failures and corruption allegations undermining its integrity.

News South Africa Gauteng
Manyane Manyane and Mashudu Sadike|Published

The fallout from Floyd Shivambu's Malawi visit: A closer look at his MK Party removal

Floyd Shivambu's controversial tenure as secretary-general of the MK Party ends following his unauthorised visit to Malawi, raising questions about his loyalty and the internal dynamics of the party.

Cape Argus News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Floyd Shivambu's controversial leadership ends at MK Party

Floyd Shivambu's controversial leadership of the MK Party ends, sparking debates over party loyalty and future direction.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

EFF's challenge to fuel levy hike dismissed

The Western Cape High Court has ruled against the EFF's urgent application to block a 4% fuel levy increase, citing the need for regulatory changes. This decision is expected to impact low-income households significantly as the EFF continues its legal battle.

Cape Times News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Fuel levy increase confirmed as EFF's urgent application is dismissed

The Western Cape High Court has dismissed the EFF's urgent application against a 4% fuel levy increase, allowing the hike to proceed. The EFF argues that the increase disproportionately affects low-income households and violates constitutional rights.

Cape Argus News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Western Cape High court dismisses EFF's challenge to fuel levy increase

The Western Cape High Court has ruled against the EFF's urgent application to block a 4% fuel levy increase, citing the need for regulatory changes. This decision is expected to impact low-income households significantly as the EFF continues its legal battle.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

ATM calls for the ban of Elon Musk's Starlink in South Africa, citing legal concerns

The African Transformation Movement has urged the South African government to ban Elon Musk's Starlink service, citing legal violations and threats to national sovereignty amid a controversial claim by Musk regarding race and business operations

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

TUT vice-chancellor faces legal action from Bapedi Kingdom if campus issue remains unresolved

The Bapedi Kingdom has issued a 14-day ultimatum to TUT's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tinyiko Maluleke, demanding a response regarding the establishment of a campus in Sekhukhune. If ignored, the kingdom threatens legal action, raising questions about the future of higher education in the region.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

ANC Peter Mokaba regional conference, where chairs were thrown amidst fistfights, may get a rerun

The ANC Peter Mokaba regional conference in Limpopo could be rerun due to complaints of irregularities, with allegations of disqualified branches and chaotic proceedings raising concerns about the legitimacy of the process.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Why some in the ANC Youth League are backing Kgosientsho Ramokgopa for party presidenct in 2027

The ANC Youth League in Gauteng and Limpopo has endorsed Kgosientsho Ramokgopa as their preferred candidate for the ANC presidency in 2027, highlighting his youth and potential to lead the party forward amidst a competitive succession debate.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

More Afrikaners leave for the US

US President Donald Trump allegedly exploits claims of white genocide in South Africa for political gain, as Afrikaners begin their resettlement journey to the US.

Cape Times News
Gcwalisile Khanyile and Mashudu Sadike|Published

How deal was struck to save National Lottery from shutdown

Trade, Industry, and Competition Minister Parks Tau's intervention has averted a potential shutdown of the National Lottery, granting Ithuba a 12-month temporary operating license amidst legal challenges and economic concerns.

Cape Times News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

National Lottery saved from shutdown: The deal behind the scenes

Trade Minister Parks Tau's intervention prevents a National Lottery shutdown, granting Ithuba a temporary license amid ongoing licensing disputes and uncertainty about the lottery's future.

Cape Argus News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Trump allies' fact finding mission on white farmers and genocide may not change US President's mind

Mark Burns, a close ally of Donald Trump, returns from South Africa with insights that challenge the narrative of genocide against white farmers, highlighting the farmers' concerns about crime instead

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

How deal was struck to save National Lottery from shutdown

Trade, Industry, and Competition Minister Parks Tau's intervention has averted a potential shutdown of the National Lottery, granting Ithuba a 12-month temporary operating license amidst legal challenges and economic concerns.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Starlink under scrutiny: Minister Malatsi backs ICASA's probe into unauthorised services

Communications Minister Solly Malatsi supports ICASA's investigation into Starlink, a satellite internet service accused of operating illegally in South Africa. The probe follows allegations from the MK Party regarding unauthorised services and potential violations of telecommunications law.

Cape Argus News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Icasa could clip Starlink's wings if found to be operating illegally

Communications Minister Solly Malatsi endorses ICASA's investigation into Starlink's alleged illegal operations in South Africa, responding to serious claims from the uMkhonto weSizwe Party regarding licensing violations.

Cape Times News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Minister Malatsi backs ICASA's probe into Starlink's alleged unauthorised operations

Communications Minister Solly Malatsi endorses ICASA's investigation into Starlink's alleged illegal operations in South Africa, responding to serious claims from the uMkhonto weSizwe Party regarding licensing violations.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

EFF threatens court action over proposed fuel levy increase

The EFF has issued a stern ultimatum to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, demanding the withdrawal of a controversial fuel levy increase set for June 2025, warning of legal action that could escalate the ongoing budget crisis.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Corné Mulder criticises BEE laws amid Trump-Ramaphosa meeting controversy

In a heated parliamentary exchange, Corné Mulder's fierce criticism of BEE laws ignites controversy, prompting a robust defence from President Cyril Ramaphosa.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

GNU’s ‘clearing house’ called into question

The GNU Clearing House Mechanism may not be able to fulfil its intended role.

Cape Times News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

DA posing a challenge to GNU internal resolution body

The GNU Clearing House Mechanism may not be able to fulfil its intended role.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Genocide case against Israel here to stay, says Ramaphosa

Despite speculation surrounding President Ramaphosa's meeting with Donald Trump, the South African government remains committed to its International Court of Justice case against Israel, asserting that withdrawal is not an option.

Cape Times News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Limpopo agency intervenes in Great North Transport's pension fund scandal

Facing allegations of mismanagement, the Limpopo Economic Development Agency is stepping in to resolve the pension fund crisis affecting over 945 employees of Great North Transport.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Chairs thrown at chaotic ANC Limpopo regional conference

Amid violent clashes and allegations of irregularities, ANC provincial secretary Reuben Madadzhe defends the legitimacy of the Peter Mokaba Regional Elective Conference, where Polokwane mayor John Mpe was re-elected unopposed.

Cape Times News
Mashudu Sadike|Published