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Sthembiso Mdlalose, the man accused of igniting the devastating fire that claimed the lives of 76 individuals in the Usindiso Building in Johannesburg, returned to the Palm Ridge Magistrates Court on Tuesday morning. The trial commences amidst an atmosphere of grief and anger over the tragedy that unfolded on 31 August 2023.
Chief Justice Mandisa Maya will oversee the nomination process for three new members of the Electoral Commission of SA, as current commissioners' terms come to an end. This article explores the nomination criteria and the implications for the upcoming local government elections.
Former president Thabo Mbeki and ex-Justice Minister Brigitte Mabandla are fighting to clear their names in a landmark R167 million lawsuit brought by apartheid victims. The pair, who claim the allegations of political interference in TRC prosecutions are 'highly defamatory', warn that false findings could expose them to personal liability and damage their constitutional rights.
The Municipal Demarcation Board has commenced a two-month public consultation process for ward delimitation across South Africa, following the determination of councillor numbers.
Former president Thabo Mbeki and ex-Justice Minister Brigitte Mabandla are fighting to clear their names in a landmark R167 million lawsuit brought by apartheid victims. The pair, who claim the allegations of political interference in TRC prosecutions are 'highly defamatory', warn that false findings could expose them to personal liability and damage their constitutional rights. The case centres on why hundreds of apartheid-era crimes were never prosecuted despite TRC referrals.
Following the Patriotic Alliance's victory in Johannesburg's Ward 82 by-election, multiple parties filed formal complaints alleging serious electoral irregularities, including suspicious voter registrations with up to 70 voters registered at a single three-bedroom house.
Following the Patriotic Alliance's victory in Johannesburg's Ward 82 by-election, multiple parties have filed formal complaints alleging serious electoral irregularities, including suspicious voter registrations with up to 70 voters registered at a single three-bedroom house. As the IEC acknowledges these objections, parties warn that system improvements are essential before the 2026 local government elections to ensure electoral integrity.
The Gauteng High Court is asked to review a report by the CRL Commission regarding allegations of malpractice and violations of religious rights at KwaSizabantu Church, as affected parties seek leave to have the report declared unlawful
The Special Tribunal has denied Marubini Ramatsekisa's request for access to R1,2 million from his pension fund, citing incomplete financial disclosures amid ongoing investigations by the SIU.
Corruption Watch challenges the legitimacy of recent Commission for Gender Equality appointments, citing lack of public participation in the selection process. Constitutional Court hears arguments as commissioners plead personal circumstances.