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Zandile Gumede's lawyer claims State has ignored court order in fraud investigation

Ten days after the Durban High Court's order for the State to reveal evidence in the Zandile Gumede fraud investigation, her lawyer claims the order has not been fulfilled.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Parliament demands Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng to apologise for racial comment after advocate skips trial for Comrades Marathon

Judge Mokgoatlheng's racially charged comments spark outrage as Parliament demands an apology.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Judge in Senzo Meyiwa matter reprimands advocate for prioritising Comrades run over murder trial

Judge Mokgoatlheng expresses outrage in court over Advocate Mnisi's request to miss proceedings for the Comrades Marathon, highlighting the seriousness of the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial and the impact of delays on the victim's family.

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Hope Ntanzi|Published

Zandile Gumede trial: Former eThekwini officials unaware of tender protocol violations

The Durban High Court has uncovered critical details in the R320 million tender corruption trial, revealing that key officials were unaware of procedural lapses before awarding contracts.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Life imprisonment for father who killed son, 8

A father has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his eight-year-old son.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Not about the EFF — It’s about the people’: Malema laments fuel Levy Blow to the poor

Pump prices increased by 16 cents per litre for petrol and 15 cents for diesel on Wednesday, the day the new fuel levies went into force.

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Zandile Gumede trial: Witness under fire for failing to raise protocol concerns

Key witness in the Zandile Gumede trial faces tough questioning over protocol breaches, sparking concerns about accountability and the integrity of the tender process.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Court orders RAF to honour R1. 4 million payment to undocumented Malawian immigrant injured in car crash

The Western Cape High Court has ruled that RAF must pay over R1. 4 million to Charles Jeka Chipofya, a Malawian who has been illegally living in South Africa since 2012.

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Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Pipla and claimants contest mediation directive in Gauteng civil trials

The Personal Injury Lawyers Association and claimants challenge the Gauteng High Court's new directive mandating mediation before civil trials, raising concerns about access to justice for vulnerable individuals.

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Zelda Venter|Published

Witness in Zandile Gumede trial prefers waste pile over irregular expenditure

In a pivotal moment of the Zandile Gumede trial, a state witness asserts that failing to collect waste is preferable to incurring irregular expenditure.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Western Cape High Court rules against Dr John Hlophe's appointment to Judicial Service Commission

In a landmark ruling, the Western Cape High Court has barred impeached former judge Dr John Hlophe from the Judicial Service Commission, emphasising the importance of judicial integrity in South Africa. Discover how this decision impacts the future of the judiciary and the country's constitutional democracy.

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Daily News Reporter|Published

Inside the R320 million fraud case against Zandile Gumede: Court updates and revelations

The Durban High Court's recent ruling in favour of former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede sheds light on alleged unlawful appointments in a R320 million tender investigation, raising questions about accountability in municipal governance.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Zandile Gumede case: State witness confirms former City Manager's role in waste tender decisions

A state witness in the Durban High Court trial regarding the alleged R320 million waste collection tender fraud has testified that the former eThekwini City Manager acted within his rights when signing letters of award.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Sentencing of two men for the murder of ANC member Sduduzo Magwaza set for June

As the Durban High Court prepares to sentence two men for the murder of ANC member Sduduzo Magwaza, the case unveils a shocking betrayal tied to tender projects in Verulam.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Watch VideoJoshlin Smith disappearance verdict highly anticipated

As the nation holds its breath, the Western Cape High Court prepares to deliver a verdict in the high-profile Joshlin Smith case, where three accused face grave charges of human trafficking and kidnapping.

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IOL Reporter|Published

State ordered to avail evidence regarding fraud investigation into former mayor Zandile Gumede

The court has mandated the release of evidence regarding the unlawful appointment of a company involved in the investigation of Zandile Gumede's alleged fraud.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

State ordered to provide details on how it appointed the forensics investigators in the  Zandile Gumede fraud matter

The court has mandated the release of evidence regarding the unlawful appointment of a company involved in the investigation of Zandile Gumede's alleged fraud.

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Nomonde Zondi and Daily News Reporter|Published

State required to disclose evidence regarding fraud investigation into Zandile Gumede

The court has mandated the release of evidence regarding the unlawful appointment of a company involved in the investigation of Zandile Gumede's alleged fraud.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Sentencing proceedings commence in Joshlin Smith case

The Western Cape High Court will begin sentencing in the high-profile Joshlin Smith case this week.

Cape Times News
Chevon Booysen|Published

How the family of slain MUT lecturer Chanlall Dwarika seeks closure after justice is served

The family of Chanlall Dwarika, a dedicated lecturer at Mangosuthu University of Technology, grapples with grief and relief as justice is served with life sentences for his brutal murderers.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Pietermaritzburg High Court reduces life sentence for man who killed girlfriend to 20 years

The Pietermaritzburg High Court's decision to reduce Nhlanhla Ndabazezwe Zikhali's life sentence to 20 years raises questions about justice in domestic violence cases, as the court cites insufficient evidence of premeditation in the brutal murder of Winile Zwane.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Anticipated ruling in Zandile Gumede's R320 million corruption trial

The Durban High Court is set to deliver a crucial ruling on Monday regarding the admission of evidence in the R320 million corruption trial of Zandile Gumede, as the State and defence await the outcome that could significantly impact the case.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Western Cape High Court ready for sentencing in Joshlin Smith case

Next week, the Western Cape High Court will begin sentencing in the high-profile Joshlin Smith case, as Judge Nathan Erasmus confronts troubling delays in police transport that have marred the proceedings.

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Chevon Booysen|Published

Judge criticises accused for multitasking during Zandile Gumede's corruption trial

Judge raises eyebrows as accused Zithulele Mkhize works during Zandile Gumede's high-profile fraud trial, questioning the integrity of virtual court participation.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published