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Boksburg police arrest two men for bribing officers with R30,000
Two suspects were caught red-handed in Boksburg North with counterfeit designer clothing and allegedly tried to bribe Ekurhuleni officers with R30,000 to avoid arrest.
Mercedes-Benz driver arrested for speeding on the N1 near Bela-Bela
Speeding and bribery incidents rise in Limpopo as traffic police arrest multiple offenders, including a Mercedes-Benz driver caught travelling at 176km/h.
Malawian man re-arrested by Hawks after he vanished before corruption and theft trial
The Hawks have successfully re-arrested Lazarus Kenneth Wankhama, after he evaded justice for months.
City Power's decisive action against corruption: Employees fired and managers suspended
City Power's bold measures against corruption reveal a troubling internal crisis, leading to the dismissal of employees and contractors involved in theft and bribery, and signalling a new era of accountability.
‘Prosecuting corrupt cops is not enough’: Ramaphosa calls for urgent reform to tackle corruption in SAPS
In an impassioned address at South Africa’s first-ever Policing Summit, President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent reforms within the police service, aiming to combat the corruption that undermines public trust and to restore faith in law enforcement
Transport department intern languishes in jail, arrested while allegedly selling traffic police jobs
A 28-year-old intern at the Department of Transport faces serious corruption charges after allegedly soliciting bribes for traffic officer positions.
Transport department intern arrested for corruption while selling traffic police jobs
A 28-year-old intern at the Department of Transport in Mpumalanga faces corruption charges after being caught soliciting bribes for traffic officer jobs. This arrest highlights ongoing issues of corruption within law enforcement.
Minister Simelane rejects R700,000 overbilling claims involving Eskom contractor Vitrovian
Minister of Human Settlements Thembi Simelane has rejected claims that she earned over R700,000 from Eskom contractor Vitrovian through overbilling the power utility for work done by ghost workers.
‘No one should be denied jobs based on political affiliation’ | Macpherson vows to end political patronage in EPWP
Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, promises to address allegations of political patronage and corruption within the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP), stressing that the status quo is unacceptable.
Money under the bed: Businessman back in court after being arrested for possession of R1. 2 million
Eugine Julius Maguga, a 49-year-old businessman from Mpumalanga, faces serious charges of money laundering after police discovered R1. 2 million hidden in his home.
Money under the bed: Businessman remanded in custody after being found with R1. 2 million
A businessman has been arrested for money laundering after police discovered R1. 2 million hidden in his home.
Caught red-handed: Lesotho national loses R320,000 in bribery attempt
The Free State High Court ordered R320,000 forfeiture after a Lesotho national's failed bribery attempt.
'eWallet the cold drink': JMPD raises alarm on officers taking bribes from motorists
JMPD is investigating numerous cases where officers are suspected of soliciting bribes from members of the public, with funds being transferred via e-wallet or cash-send to unknown or “ghost” cellphone numbers.
‘They want money for cold drink’: Soweto spaza shop owners accuse City of Joburg officials of corruption
Unregistered spaza shop owners from Naledi, Soweto have accused City of Joburg officials of soliciting bribes in exchange for tuck shop registration assistance, with foreign nationals allegedly receiving preferential treatment.
Allegations of bribery and racism rock Tshwane Metro Police Department
Almost 500 Tshwane metro police officers are set to picket against alleged discrimination in the recruitment process for warrant officer positions, raising concerns over racial bias and bribery.
Mamelodi relocation halted amid allegations of forced site purchases
Residents in Mamelodi township protest the alleged forced sale of relocation sites, prompting a halt to the relocation process as community leaders demand clarity from the City of Tshwane.
R100 bribe cost police constable his job, and now he has been sentenced
Former Police Constable Eric Ellias Sibanyoni receives a suspended sentence after accepting a R100 bribe, highlighting the ongoing battle against corruption in law enforcement.
US prosecutors ordered to drop New York mayor corruption case
In a stunning reversal, the US Justice Department has ordered prosecutors to abandon corruption charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams, marking a major victory for the Democratic leader who had faced allegations of fraud and bribery.
Ethiopian nationals arrested for attempting to bribe Interpol officer with R40,000
Two Ethiopian nationals were arrested by the Hawks for allegedly attempting to bribe an Interpol officer with R40,000, highlighting ongoing issues of corruption in South Africa.
Traffic officer in Mpumalanga sentenced to four years for bribery
The officer was arrested after Hawks conducted an undercover operation focusing on officers that were taking bribes.
‘Pay for cold drink to get help', Cosmo City residents claim SGB members demand bribe for enrollment
Residents of Cosmo City, in the North of Johannesburg, are accusing members of the school governing body (SGB) at Tirisano Mmogo Primary School, in Extension 4 of demanding bribes in order to allow their children to enter inside school premises, due to missing documents.
Eastern Cape tavern owner arrested after attempting to bribe police with a stack of cash
A tavern owner in the was arrested in the early hours of Christmas morning after attempting to bribe police officers with a stack of cash.
Mpumalanga High Court has ordered the forfeiture of over R50,000 linked to illegal loan business and dagga bribery scheme
Mpumalanga courts strike back against financial fraud and bribery, seizing over R50,000 linked to illegal loans and attempted dagga deals.
Home Affairs official in Mpumalanga arrested for allegedly soliciting R20,000 to fraudulently secure an ID document
A Department of Home Affairs official is facing charges of corruption after allegedly soliciting R20,000 to unlawfully secure an identity document.
Jabu Mbalula’s appointment as acting Premier sparks outrage over political favouritism
EFF and ActionSA urge investigations into Free State officials as the ANC faces backlash for mishandling corruption allegations and appointments.