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Suspended Road Accident Fund boss tight-lipped over allegations of interference

Collins Letsoalo, CEO of the Road Accident Fund, is placed on special leave as investigations into corruption allegations unfold.

Cape Times News
Manyane Manyane|Published

Road Accident Fund CEO placed on special leave amid corruption investigation

Collins Letsoalo, CEO of the Road Accident Fund, is placed on special leave as investigations into corruption allegations unfold, raising concerns about governance and accountability.

News South Africa
Daily News Reporter|Published

RAF CEO Collins Letsoalo on special leave after 'interference by executives and staff' into multi-million Rand probes

Collins Letsoalo, CEO of the Road Accident Fund, is placed on special leave as investigations into corruption allegations unfold, raising concerns about governance and accountability.

News South Africa
Manyane Manyane|Published

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.

Daily News News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

The RAF is not a lottery, says 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.

News South Africa
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Driver arrested for being 10 times over the legal limit

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy said over the last few days, officials stopped 70 000 vehicles and issued 21 000 traffic fines, with 512 arrests for various offences, including drunk driving, excessive speeding and violating operating permits.

Cape Times News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Transport Minister highlights positive impact of road safety measures over Easter

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy announced positive trends in road safety during the Easter weekend, highlighting a significant decrease in crashes and fatalities across most provinces.

News South Africa
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Traffic officers apprehend drunk drivers attempting bribery in Limpopo

Three drunk drivers were arrested in Limpopo for attempting to bribe traffic officers during the Easter road safety campaign.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Inkatha Freedom Party celebrates 50 years

The Inkatha Freedom Party celebrates its 50th anniversary with a series of events highlighting its historical contributions and future vision for South Africa.

News Politics
Thobeka Ngema|Published

IFP bids farewell to Nkandla Mayor Mbhekiseni Biyela

In a fitting farewell, the Nkandla community reflects on the life and legacy of Mayor Mbhekiseni Biyela, whose dedication to service will resonate for generations to come.

Daily News News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

Ezimbokodweni River Bridge reopens after repairs ahead of festive season

Following a partial collapse, the Ezimbokodweni River Bridge has reopened to traffic after essential repairs, ensuring safe passage for holiday travellers.

Daily News News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

ANC moves to fix alliance after Sanco’s dramatic split

Amid rising tensions, the ANC seeks to mend its relationship with Sanco after the latter's dramatic split, raising questions about the future of their alliance.

Daily News News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

Watch VideoUnpacking Sanral’s plans to fix the N2 ahead of the busy festive traffic rush

Repair work is under way to fix part of a bridge along the N2 following its partial collapse earlier this month.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Se-Anne Rall|Published

IFP’s Sikhumbuzo Dlamini elected mayor of King Cetshwayo District Municipality

Sikhumbuzo Dlamini steps into the role of mayor for King Cetshwayo District Municipality, promising continued commitment to service delivery and community engagement.

Daily News News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

SA unemployment rate declines

The total number of unemployed youth (age 15 – 34) fell by 171 000 to 4. 8 million while employed youth increased by 66 000 to 5. 8 million.

Mercury News
Siphelele Dludla and Karen Singh|Published

RAF pins hopes on SCA judge president

The Transport Department does not support the ongoing dispute between RAF and AG regarding the accounting standards

Cape Times News
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Umkhosi Womhlanga: Zulu Reed dance marks 40 years of purity

Draped in their colourful beaded regalia, only worn by amatshitshi (maidens), Princess Zelamile Zulu led the group of maidens in song, singing sacred hymns referred to as “amahubo”.

The Star News
Hope Mafu|Published

IFP welcomes arrest of suspected killer of its party councillor

Prominent former IFP councillor, Innocent Mkhwanazi – widely known by his moniker “Killer” – was murdered while driving with his bodyguards, who were unharmed. He served as the IFP councillor in the uMkhanyakude District Municipality when he died.

Daily News News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

Gloomy prospects for IFP MP accused of gender-based violence

After days of public bickering between Sanele Zondo and his wife, Simenyiwe MaDlomo-Zondo, the IFP entered the fray and summarily placed Zondo on special leave.

Daily News News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

Thami Ntuli and Velenkosini Hlabisa expected to square off as IFP prepares for conference

The outstanding conferences, including its national conference, are expected to pit party president Velenkosini Hlabisa against provincial chairperson and Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli.

Daily News News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

Fierce opposition marks election of RISE Mzanzi’s Zibi as public accounts watchdog and Maimane as appropriations officer

EFF and ActionSA oppose the appointments claiming Zibi is ‘undeserving’ saying the GNU had ‘gifted’ him the position while Maimane ‘will have his hands full in his new position’.

The Star News
Hope Mafu|Published

KZN takes key GNU posts

KZN has contributed several ministers and deputy ministers to the new Government of National Unity.

Sunday Tribune News
Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published