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Legal actions looming against Senzo Mchunu's classification of Phala Phala report
Opposition parties are gearing up to challenge Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's decision to classify the report on the Phala Phala scandal, raising questions about transparency and accountability.
Raymond Zondo faces backlash over State Capture Inquiry error
Former Chief Justice Raymond Zondo's admission of a significant error in the State Capture Inquiry raises questions about the integrity of the commission and the reputations of those implicated.
Presidency mum on NPA decision not to prosecute in Phala-Phala scandal
The prosecuting authority’s decision has sparked fury with some demanding the full record of the decision and calls for the NPA to explain itself in Parliament.
EFF slams NPA decision not to prosecute Ramaphosa over Phala Phala crimes
EFF condemns NPA's inaction on Ramaphosa, calling it a continuation of state protection for powerful individuals amid serious allegations.
National Prosecuting Authority drops Phala Phala robbery bombshell
The NPA said Fraser requested the SAPS to investigate the conduct of the President and that of Major General Wally Roode, alleging that it amounted to money laundering and corruption.
Phala Phala Scandal: Outrage after NPA hands Ramaphosa a get-out-of-jail free card
Professor Sipho Seepe said the NPA’s decision was an insult to the panel responsible for compiling the Phala Phala Independent Panel report.
NPA declines to prosecute in Phala Phala case
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has decided not to prosecute any of the suspects implicated in the controversial Phala Phala case.
Investigating Directorate asked to probe bribery in Phala Phala farmgate scandal
The State Security Agency’s former chairperson of the staff council, Xolile Mashukuca, wants the ID to investigate the alleged bribery of suspects and the source of payment
State Security Agency Director-General, Ambassador Thembi Majola resigns
Ambassador Majola’s resignation will be effective November 30.
Phala-Phala heist drama intensifies: Ramaphosa's role questioned as suspects seek bail
As the Bela-Bela Magistrate's Court became the stage for the latest act in the Phala-Phala heist saga, the absence of President Cyril Ramaphosa did little to diminish his looming presence in the courtroom drama
Editorial: Farmgate: Hawks’ silence too loud
The Hawks can no longer remain tight-lipped about such an important probe which could end the president’s career if he were to be charged.
‘Brains’ behind Phala Phala heist denies involvement, pleads for bail
The three accused are charged with conspiracy to commit housebreaking with intent to steal and theft, housebreaking with intent to steal, theft, and money laundering
Third Phala Phala robbery suspect to appear in court after handing himself in
Opposition have parties called on law enforcement agencies not to shield Ramaphosa from being held accountable after the arrests.
Reserve Bank's Phala Phala findings leave million dollar questions
After complaints were lodged, SARB said on Monday it had finalised its investigation into the matter, but the report would not be made public as it was a “private internal report”.
President Cyril Ramaphosa was not entitled to Phala Phala cash - SA Reserve Bank investigation
After a year-long investigation into the Phala Phala foreign currency allegations, the SARB has found no violations of the Exchange Control Regulations by Ntaba Nyoni Estates CC or President Cyril Ramaphosa.
IFP says while Jacob Zuma’s remission thwarted fears of another unrest, it should not be a precedent
Former president Jacob Zuma was freed as he is not a violent offender, according to the Commissioner of Correctional Services, Makgothi Thobakgale.
ATM adds to Gcaleka’s headache
This was after the opposition party filed an application at the North Gauteng High Court to review and set aside the findings of the Phala Phala report
Jacob Zuma back in South Africa after visit to Russia for medical treatment
The announcement of the former president’s return to South Africa was made by the Jacob Zuma Foundation on Wednesday morning, but it did not specify when exactly he returned to the country.
Why Jacob Zuma’s Russia ‘exile’ is less risky for South Africa
The longer Zuma stays in effective self-imposed exile, the less risk there is for us at home.
NPA braces for farmgate outcome
The NPA confirmed it had been presented with a docket for consideration, however, a request to obtain outstanding information has been sent to the investigating team.
Editorial: Delay in Phala Phala report raises meddling qualms
In a country where the history of political interference is well documented, it leaves the concerns about the delays justified.
Wally Rhoode’s son killed
Unconfirmed report claims he was killed in retaliation for his father’s role in the clandestine Phala Phala probe.
Acting Public Protector advocate Gcaleka in Phala Phala storm
In the leaked report, Gcaleka has instead found that the head of presidential protection services, General Wally Rhoode, and others have a case to answer.
Phala Phala: Namibian mutual assistance bombshell
We exclusively reveal the content of the mutual legal assistance letter from Namibia that was ignored by South African authorities back in 2020.
Prisons boss fights 'alarmingly inhumane, insensitive' ruling returning Zuma to jail
Thobakgale described the SCA’s finding that Zuma had not completed his 15-month sentence for contempt of the Constitutional Court’s order that the ex-head of state appear before the commission of inquiry into state capture, and must therefore return to the Estcourt Correctional Centre as ‘alarmingly inhumane and insensitive’.