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The urgent need for whistle-blower protection in South Africa
Parliamentarians urgently call for stronger whistle-blower protection in South Africa, revealing the perilous reality for those who expose corruption and outlining crucial reforms to safeguard their rights.
ActionSA threatens legal action against IPID over delayed Phala Phala report
ActionSA warns of legal action if the Independent Police Investigative Directorate fails to deliver the Phala Phala investigation report by June 30, following an extension request citing technical issues.
Organisation that took Ramaphosa to court over Phala Phala scandal faces legal costs after withdrawing application
The Society for the Protection of our Constitution withdraws its application against President Ramaphosa, facing potential legal costs as the court deliberates on the case.
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Why did Trump overlook Ramaphosa’s $580,000 scandal, asks MK Party
"MK Party spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela condemns President Ramaphosa as a 'fugitive from justice' over the Phala Phala scandal, questioning his accountability during a critical meeting with US President Trump.
MK Party questions why Trump didn’t address Ramaphosa’s $580,000 Phala Phala scandal
"MK Party spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela condemns President Ramaphosa as a 'fugitive from justice' over the Phala Phala scandal, questioning his accountability during a critical meeting with US President Trump.
R10 million theft case at Ramaphosa's farm postponed
The Phala Phala theft case involving President Ramaphosa faces another delay, now set for September 2025, as medical issues arise for one of the accused.
Medical condition: R10 million theft case at President Ramaphosa's farm postponed
Discover the latest developments in the Phala Phala theft case involving President Ramaphosa, as the trial is postponed until September 2025 due to medical reasons.
Phala Phala farm cash-in-couch burglary case heads to court
The high-profile trial into the 2020 burglary at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm is set to begin in the Modimolle Regional Court. Siblings Floriana and Ndilinasho Joseph, along with Imanuwela David, are accused of stealing US$580 000 in cash hidden inside a sofa on the farm—allegedly proceeds from a buffalo sale to a Sudanese businessman. The State has lined up 23 witnesses and all three accused are expected to plead not guilty.
ActionSA enters Phala Phala battleground
ActionSA is demanding the release of the Independent Police Investigative Directorate's report on the alleged cover-up of a theft involving President Ramaphosa, highlighting the ongoing fight for accountability in South Africa.
Phala Phala Scandal: ActionSA files PAIA request for full IPID report
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu offered no reason for classifying the Phala Phala police report as "top secret" and withholding it from the public, but now ActionSA wants access to it.
'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.
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu won't remove Phala Phala stain
If there’s nothing to hide, what stops Mchunu from releasing the report without the names of the witnesses he claims to be concerned about?
Parliament's police watchdog demands answers on 'top secret' Phala Phala report
Parliamentary police portfolio committee chairperson Ian Cameron challenges the unprecedented 'top secret' classification of the Phala Phala report, raising concerns about transparency and public accountability in a matter of national interest.
Legal actions looming against Senzo Mchunu's classification of Phala Phala report
Opposition parties are gearing up to challenge Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's decision to classify the report on the Phala Phala scandal, raising questions about transparency and accountability.
EFF claims government is shielding Cyril Ramaphosa in Phala Phala scandal
The Economic Freedom Fighters criticise the classification of the IPID report as ‘top secret’, alleging a coordinated effort to protect President Ramaphosa in the Phala Phala scandal.
Experts slam 'selective transparency' in Phala Phala scandal probe
Constitutional Court justices and political analysts challenge the secretive handling of the Phala Phala scandal, as Police Minister Mchunu faces criticism for classifying the IPID report. Critics argue this forms part of a broader pattern of protecting President Ramaphosa from accountability.
Opposition parties slam Mchunu for withholding Phala Phala Ipid report
President Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala Phala scandal has come back to haunt him after ATM President Vuyo Zungula demanded that Police minister Sezo Mchunu release a report that he deemed "classified".
Political experts warn Phala Phala probe stalled by presidential influence
Political analysts reveal how the classification of the IPID's Phala Phala report as 'top secret' signals deeper institutional challenges, suggesting true accountability may only emerge after President Ramaphosa leaves office.
Mchunu's secrecy on Phala Phala report sparks outrage among political parties
Opposition parties in Parliament criticise Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's decision to classify the Phala Phala report as 'Top-Secret,' demanding immediate transparency and accountability.
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu declares Phala Phala investigation report 'top secret'
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu reveals that the IPID's investigation into the Phala Phala break-in remains classified as 'top secret', raising questions about transparency and accountability.
Top 10 reactions from SONA 2025
Political leaders shared their mixed reactions to President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address 2025, highlighting praise, disappointment and calls for accountability.
Political analysts weigh in on Ramaphosa's vision for ANC renewal
The tensions between the SACP and the ANC, in spite of attempts to downplay them, showed up during SACP deputy national chairperson, Thulas Nxesi’s address.
We did all we can on Phala Phala - Lebeya
In an exclusive round table discussion with Cape Times sister publication, The Star, Lebeya defended his directorate and placed the case, and the failure thereof to prosecute, at the door of the NPA and the National Director of Public Prosecutions Shamilla Batohi.
We did all we can on Phala Phala - Lebeya
In an exclusive round table discussion with The Star, Lebeya defended his directorate and placed the case, and the failure thereof to prosecute, at the door of the NPA and the National Director of Public Prosecutions Shamilla Batohi.