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DA demands answers after Crime Intelligence CFO vanishes amid R45 million property scandal

Major-General Philani Lushaba, CFO of the SAPS Crime Intelligence unit, has allegedly vanished just as authorities prepare to question him about financial misconduct involving R45 million in property deals.

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Man sentenced to four years for impersonating attorney and defrauding client

A 32-year-old man was sentenced to four years in prison for impersonating a lawyer and defrauding a client of R40,000.

News South Africa
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Consumer Commission orders Millstock Cars to refund R269,000 for Ferrari repairs

Millstock Cars is challenging a National Consumer Commission ruling that mandates a R269,000 refund to a customer for Ferrari repairs, following a dispute over the vehicle's condition and warranty.

Cape Argus News
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Parliament demands Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng to apologise for racial comment after advocate skips trial for Comrades Marathon

Judge Mokgoatlheng's racially charged comments spark outrage as Parliament demands an apology.

News Crime and Courts
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Police Minister ordered to pay Durban woman R580,000 for unlawful arrest in mistaken identity case

Cynthia Khedama was arrested at King Shaka International Airport over a mistaken identity and was detained for at least 12 days in what she described as a ‘dirty dirty cell with faeces’.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Pilot killed after tragic aircraft crash in Lanseria

A tragic aircraft crash in Lanseria claimed the life of a pilot and left a passenger seriously injured.

News South Africa
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Man in legal battle with dealership after paying over R269,000 to fix faulty Ferrari five months after purchase

A Cape Town dealership, Millstock Cars, was embroiled in a contentious legal battle after being ordered by the National Consumer Commission to refund over R269,000 for repairs on a faulty Ferrari.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

DNA confirms identity of murdered journalist Aserie Ndlovu and partner

After weeks of uncertainty, DNA testing has confirmed the tragic fate of community radio journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner, Zodwa Precious Mdhluli, whose remains were found in Gauteng.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Watch VideoHonouring Rashid Lombard: The South African photographer who shaped the jazz scene

Rashid Lombard, a celebrated South African photographer and jazz promoter, leaves behind a rich legacy that shaped the cultural landscape of South Africa.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Government condemns shooting after man was killed during gunfight between police and illegal miners in Riverlea

A 59-year-old man tragically lost his life during a violent exchange of gunfire between police and suspected illegal miners, raising concerns about community safety.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Gauteng couple in financial distress blames Absa for reckless lending on R3. 2 million home loan

A couple is on the brink of financial disaster after accepting a second home loan while the husband was unemployed, resulting in an overwhelming debt of more than R5. 1 million.

Cape Argus News
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Court orders RAF to honour R1. 4 million payment to undocumented Malawian immigrant injured in car crash

The Western Cape High Court has ruled that RAF must pay over R1. 4 million to Charles Jeka Chipofya, a Malawian who has been illegally living in South Africa since 2012.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Financial distress: Couple accuses Absa of reckless lending after accepting R3. 2 million second home loan

A couple is on the brink of financial disaster after accepting a second home loan while the husband was unemployed, resulting in an overwhelming debt of more than R5. 1 million.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

KZN man sentenced for pornographic images with overlaid faces of Cyril Ramaphosa, Bheki Cele

A KwaZulu-Natal man has been sentenced to five years in prison for manipulating and distributing pornographic images featuring the faces of President Cyril Ramaphosa and former Police Minister Bheki Cele.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Brazilian man arrested at OR Tambo airport with R1. 4 million cocaine wrapped around his thighs

A 39-year-old Brazilian man was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport with R1. 4 million worth of cocaine wrapped around his thighs, underscoring the ongoing battle against drug trafficking at South Africa's busiest airport.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Armed robbers bomb cash van on N2, causing major road closure near KwaMashu

A dramatic cash-in-transit heist unfolded on the N2 near KwaMashu, where armed robbers bombed a security van, leading to a major road closure and multiple injuries.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Rescue operations underway for 300 mine workers trapped at Sibanye Stillwater

Urgent rescue efforts are underway for at least 300 mine workers trapped underground at Sibanye Stillwater's Kloof gold mine in Gauteng, following a blockage caused by a shift of ore.

News South Africa
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

What led to the withdrawal of R1 billion fraud charges against Malusi Booi and his co-accused?

In a surprising turn of events, the Cape Town Magistrate’s Court has provisionally withdrawn R1 billion housing tender fraud charges against Malusi Booi and nine others, raising significant questions about corruption in public office and the future of the investigation.

Weekend Argus News
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R1 billion tender fraud charges against Malusi Booi and nine co-accused provisionally withdrawn

In a surprising turn of events, the Cape Town Magistrate’s Court has provisionally withdrawn R1 billion housing tender fraud charges against Malusi Booi and nine others, raising questions about the future of the investigation

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Standard Bank employee debarred for borrowing over R28,000 from clients

Thapelo Jan Baloyi, a former independent contractor at Standard Bank, has been debarred from the financial sector following serious allegations of misconduct, including soliciting loans from clients and failing to return bank property.

Cape Argus News
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Former Standard Bank employee debarred after targeting clients and borrowing over R28,000

The lid was lifted after a worried client informed Standard Bank that an employee had asked to borrow R1,000 and she was concerned that he potentially had access to her investment funds.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Phumelele Myeza's bail application rejected by amid R4 million Sassa fraud allegations

The South Gauteng High Court has denied Phumelele Myeza's urgent bail application, marking a significant moment in the ongoing Sassa fraud case involving over 1,000 charges.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Two wanted cash-in-transit robbers killed in dramatic shootout with KZN police

Two suspected cash-in-transit robbers were fatally shot in a dramatic shootout with KZN police, who acted on intelligence regarding their location. The suspects were linked to a series of high-profile robberies across the region.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

ANC struggle stalwart Gertrude Shope dies at age 99

Gertrude Shope, a beacon of hope and resilience in the fight against apartheid, has passed away at 99. Her journey from teacher to ANC Women's League president exemplifies her unwavering commitment to education and women's rights

News Politics
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Mpumalanga police officers sentenced after shooting driver for speeding off at roadblock

Two Mpumalanga officers have been sentenced to five years for attempted murder after shooting a driver who fled a roadblock.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published