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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.
EFF MP Sihle Lonzi grills Nkabane over secret SETA panel, ‘Is it your boyfriend?’
EFF MP Sihle Lonzi slammed Higher Education Minister Dr Nobuhle Nkabane for refusing to name the panel that recommended controversial SETA board appointments, raising concerns about transparency and possible nepotism.
Limpopo driving school instructors, traffic examiners arrested for fraud
A joint operation between the Hawks and RTMC has led to the arrest of four suspects in a corruption probe dating back to 2021, with investigations revealing illegal licensing practices at a Lephalale testing center.
Letsoha-Mathae vows to fights back: Sabotage, corruption and the battle to reclaim Free State municipalities
Free State Premier Maqueen Letsoha-Mathae told IOL that all Heads of Department (HODs) have been subjected to state security vetting for the first time.
‘It was us,’ EFF claims victory as Nkabane scraps SETA appointments first flagged by DA
Despite the DA being the first to flag the appointments, the EFF has claimed victory following Minister Nkabane’s decision to cancel the SETA board selections.
DA hails reversal of controversial SETA board appointments as victory for accountability and meritocracy
DA spokesperson Karabo Khakhau said the decision by Minister Nobuhle Nkabane marked a step in the right direction and showed that the pressure applied by her and civil society has not been in vain.
Corruption Crackdown: Three Pretoria High Court officials suspended
Three Pretoria High Court officials face suspension as the SAPS and Hawks probes allegations of fraud and corruption in the judiciary.
ANC supports Nkabane's withdrawal of controversial SETA board appointments
The ANC breaks its silence, backing Nkabane's decision to withdraw controversial SETA board appointments and reopen the nomination process.
Nkabane withdraws SETA board appointments amid nepotism outcry
Facing mounting criticism over politically connected appointments, Higher Education Minister Nqabane has withdrawn the entire slate of SETA board chairpersons, a list that included senior ANC figures and family members of top officials.
Water shortages, corruption, and ratepayer frustrations in eThekwini
Ratepayers associations gave the thumbs up to Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, who called out perceived wrongdoings in KZN municipalities that contributed to the provinces water woes.
EFF slams ‘unconstitutional’ removal of its MP Sihle Lonzi over question on Gwede Mantashe’s son
The EFF has condemned the removal of MP Sihle Lonzi from a parliamentary meeting after he questioned the appointment of Gwede Mantashe's son to a SETA board.
EFF MP Sihle Lonzi removed from meeting over Gwede Mantashe’s son’s SETA appointment
EFF MP Sihle Lonzi was forcibly removed from a parliamentary meeting after questioning the appointment of Gwede Mantashe’s son to a SETA board, igniting a political storm.
Nonzukiso Security Services faces sentencing for multiple VAT fraud charges
Nonzukiso Security Services faces sentencing after being convicted of multiple VAT-related offences and fraud charges, despite attempts to change their guilty plea.
Sentencing begins against Nonzukiso Security Services for VAT fraud
Nonzukiso Security Services is set to face sentencing for 500 counts of VAT fraud. What does this mean for the company and its future?
Beitbridge bribery bust: BMA officials nabbed for letting undocumented migrants slip through border
Caught red-handed, two Beitbridge border officials face serious charges of corruption after they were filmed allegedly accepting bribes to permit illegal entries into South Africa.
eThekwini Municipality launches sports lease committee
Enzo Coppola advocates for community collaboration in managing sports facilities in eThekwini, as the municipality establishes a new committee to oversee lease agreements and ensure sustainability
DA lays corruption charges against Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane for defrauding Eskom R700,000
The Democratic Alliance has filed serious corruption charges against Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane, alleging she defrauded Eskom of over R700,000 while working for consulting firm Vitrovian, raising concerns about accountability in government.
Department of Justice dismisses 54 officials for misconduct
The Department of Justice has taken decisive action by dismissing 54 officials for misconduct, reinforcing its commitment to ethical governance and signalling a strong stance against corruption.
‘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
IOL investigation uncovers alleged collusion and corruption at CETA
In a startling turn of events, an investigation by IOL has unveiled troubling allegations against Malusi Shezi, the CEO of the Construction Education and Training Authority
Dean Macpherson stands firm amid allegations and threats in R800 million oxygen tender investigation
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson said his department would expose the truth behind the R800 million oxygen tender scandal.
'Cyril Must Fall' | Tshwane protest march demands Ramaphosa's resignation, TMPD warns of traffic jams
Cyril Must Fall' protesters will march through Tshwane to the Union Buildings this Friday, causing significant traffic disruptions as the Defend South Africa movement demands Ramaphosa's resignation over alleged corruption, economic decline and the Phala Phala scandal.
Former intelligence officers in court for defrauding state security agency of R5. 8 million
Two former intelligence officials have been arrested and released on strict bail conditions for allegedly embezzling millions from the State Security Agency.
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.
DA to lay criminal charges against Minister Thembi Simelane over R700,000 Eskom overbilling
The Democratic Alliance plans to lay criminal charges against Minister Thembi Simelane over her alleged involvement in corruption linked to Eskom.