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Constitutional Court dismisses eThekwini Municipality's appeal over R30 million payout
In a significant legal blow, eThekwini Municipality faces a R30 million payout after the Constitutional Court dismisses its appeal, raising questions about municipal governance.
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.
State witness reveals shocking details in Zandile Gumede's R320 million fraud trial
During a tense court session, a State witness provided emotional testimony regarding the alleged fraud and corruption in the R320 million tender trial involving former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede, revealing breaches of protocol and internal controls.
Eastern Cape businessman arrested for R217,000 water tender fraud
Thabo Caza, a businessman from the Eastern Cape, has been arrested and appeared in court over serious allegations of fraud related to a water tanker tender.
SCA throws out WC Health’s ‘dead in the water’ appeal
The Supreme Court of Appeal has dismissed the Western Cape Provincial Government's appeal regarding security services for 258 hospitals as 'moot,' with Judge Mbatha criticising the government for seeking 'gratuitous advice' on an expired tender while a new bidding process is already under way until June 2025.
Western Cape government's security services appeal rejected by Supreme Court as 'dead in the water'
The Supreme Court of Appeal has dismissed the Western Cape Provincial Government's appeal regarding security services for 258 hospitals as 'moot,' with Judge Mbatha criticising the government for seeking 'gratuitous advice' on an expired tender while a new bidding process is already under way until June 2025.
Auditor-General set to scrutinise Acsa’s tenders amid growing financial discrepancies
The Auditor General of South Africa has confirmed it will conduct a thorough examination of Acsa's procurement processes following concerns raised by the Acsa Board about irregularities. The investigation comes amid revelations of financial restatements and ongoing tax disputes that have impacted the airport operator's financial health
Magalies Water dismisses claims of unethical awarding of Klipvoor project to Edwin Sodi
Magalies Water has dismissed social media claims that the Klipvoor Bulk Water Supply Scheme has been awarded to controversial businessman Edwin Sodi.
Court adjourns Zandile Gumede's R300m DSW tender fraud trial due to health emergency
The Durban High Court adjourned former mayor Zandile Gumede's R300 million fraud trial when one accused, Mthokozisi Nojiyeza, couldn't remain in court due to a medical condition. The case involves serious charges of money laundering, racketeering and corruption linked to a controversial Durban Solid Waste tender.
DSW tender case: Defence lawyer accuses state witnesses of giving contradictory evidence
State witnesses provide conflicting testimonies in the corruption and money laundering trial of former eThekwini mayor of Zandile Gumede and 21 co-accused.
KZN health portfolio committee wants answers on medicine supply chain issues
KZN health committee chairperson Dr Imran Keeka highlights ongoing issues with medicine supply and procurement, calling for accountability from both facility and national levels.
Documents bungle hits R300m Durban waste tender fraud trial
The R300 million Durban waste tender fraud trial faces delays as Judge Balton orders prosecutors to reorganise crucial evidence documents, highlighting administrative challenges in the high-profile case involving former mayor Zandile Gumede.
DoT block licence machine tender after AG identified irregularities
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy takes decisive action to block a controversial driving licence machine tender after the Auditor-General uncovers serious irregularities in the procurement process.
Women, 69, sentenced to 10 years for Sassa fraud
Sarathamoney Devi Sigamoney served as a director of a company that won lucrative state contracts