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Over 200,000 social grant beneficiaries flagged for fraud by SASSA, June payments delayed
In a nationwide audit, SASSA uncovers over 200,000 cases of grant fraud, prompting delays in June payments and a call for beneficiaries to disclose their income within 30 days.
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.
UPDATE: Former Global Strike Security employees released on R30,000 bail following R6. 3million fraud allegations
A former director and two payroll administrators linked to a R6. 3 million fraud scandal at Anglo American Platinum have each been granted R30,000 bail by the Mahwelereng Magistrate’s Court.
R6. 3 million Security Scam: Global Strike employees busted for defrauding Anglo American Platinum
Three Global Strike Security Company employees have been arrested by the Hawks for allegedly defrauding Anglo American Platinum of more than R6. 3 million.
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.
No more freeloading from the RAF, it's not a lottery, warns the Deputy Transport Minister Hlengwa
Transport Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa addresses the issue of fraud within the Road Accident Fund during the launch of the UN Global Road Safety Week campaign, emphasising the importance of road safety and government intervention.
Tshwane's new system ensures whistle-blower safety in corruption cases
Tshwane's new secure reporting channels empower citizens to combat corruption while ensuring whistle-blower safety.
Insurance policy murders: Cops believe 83-year-old gogo was killed by her daughter, granddaughter and pastor
A 40-year-old woman is appearing in court for the murder of her 83-year-old mother, linked to insurance claims.
R700,000 fraud: Eastern Cape woman jailed by court for Road Accident Fund scam
A woman from the Eastern Cape has been sentenced for defrauding the Road Accident Fund in a scheme that nearly cost taxpayers over R700,000.
Ex municipality CFO arrested for R6 million pension fund fraud
The Hawks in the Northern Cape arrested a 38 year old former CFO and two cashiers from Phokwane Local Municipality for their involvement in a multi-million-rand fraud scheme, which resulted in significant financial losses.
Future of Ekhuruleni speaker Nthabiseng Tshivhenga in limbo after surviving motion of no confidence amidst fraud scandal
Speaker of the City of Ekurhuleni Nthabiseng Tshivhenga, keeps on dodging motions of no confidence, but will she survive the alleged fraud and corruption scandal she's facing?
City of Tshwane uncovers R10 million municipal fraud ring, suspends finance official
An elaborate fraud scheme involving ghost accounts has led to the suspension of a City of Tshwane Finance Department employee. Over R10 million was siphoned through more than 200 fraudulent transfers between 2021-2022, with two colleagues already arrested and authorities working to freeze the suspects' assets as investigations continue.
City of Tshwane uncovers R10 million municipal fraud ring, suspends finance official
An elaborate fraud scheme involving ghost accounts has led to the suspension of a City of Tshwane Finance Department employee. Over R10 million was siphoned through more than 200 fraudulent transfers between 2021-2022, with two colleagues already arrested and authorities working to freeze the suspects' assets as investigations continue.
Investment fraud | Limpopo woman in court over R1 million Hyperfund scheme
A 52-year-old Limpopo woman faces fraud charges after allegedly orchestrating a Hyperfund investment scheme that cost a victim over R1 million. The suspect, arrested by the Provincial Commercial Crime Investigation Unit, allegedly promised returns after three years but later claimed the scheme had failed. She appears in the Ritavi Magistrate's Court on Wednesday.
UIF TERS: SIU reveals rampant corruption and weak systems
Unveiling the shocking truth behind the UIF TERS scandal: A deep dive into corruption and mismanagement that has cost South African taxpayers millions