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Corruption trial of former ANC spokesperson Pule Mabe delayed as accused seek new legal representation
The Palm Ridge Magistrate's Court has postponed the corruption case against Pule Mabe and six others until mid-June.
[COMMENT] ANC ‘renewal’ is a failed strategy
The ANC continues to prove why the so-called renewal of the organisation, championed by its President Cyril Ramaphosa, is a failed strategy.
Mbalula on why Mantashe won’t be called to answer state capture questions
ANC officials implicated in the State Capture Report are now facing disciplinary proceedings.
ANC officials face disciplinary proceedings over state capture allegations
ANC officials implicated in the State Capture Report are now facing disciplinary proceedings, as Fikile Mbalula asserts authority within the party. This move raises questions about the selection criteria for those summoned and the ANC’s credibility in addressing corruption.
ANC officials face disciplinary proceedings over state capture allegations
ANC officials implicated in the State Capture Report are now facing disciplinary proceedings, as Fikile Mbalula asserts authority within the party. This move raises questions about the selection criteria for those summoned and the ANC’s credibility in addressing corruption.
ActionSA calls for Public Protector probe into Paul Mashatile's diamond gift from fraud-accused Louis Liebenberg
ActionSA demands transparency over the diamond gift from Louis Liebenberg to Deputy President Paul Mashatile, urging a probe into possible breaches of ethics and connections to corruption-linked figures.
2024 sees South African leaders in hot water over corruption allegations
South Africa's political landscape in 2024 was dominated by corruption scandals, with figures like President Cyril Ramaphosa and Thembi Simelane under intense scrutiny, raising questions about accountability and transparency.
NPA accused of fake it till you make it approach to state capture matters
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) which in recent weeks has been accused of failing to prosecute state capture matters, was in 2022 accused of allegedly using a “fake it till you make it” approach to prosecute high profile cases.
ANC’s KZN structure teeters on the brink of disbandment as ‘compulsory’ meeting with NWC looms
In this turbulent time for the ANC in KZN, party members await Saturday’s meeting with bated breath, contemplating not only the future of their provincial leadership but also the broader implications for their political landscape.
Welcome to South Africa: Mr World Cup in court, ANC’s Mr Porsche assets frozen
South Africa faces a wave of corruption scandals as SAFA president Danny Jordaan and former ANC spokesperson Pule Mabe are implicated in serious allegations.
Why did the NPA withdraw charges against Zizi Kodwa?
That the reasons behind the NPA’s about turn on the Kodwa decision have not been made public further hampers its stated objective of transparency.
Hawks request NPA boss to review decision to withdraw corruption charges against Kodwa
The Hawks have asked the NPA boss Shamila Batohi to review a decision made by Gauteng’s Director of Public Prosecutions, Andrew Chauke to free Zizi Kodwa.
Zizi Kodwa is free, corruption charges against him dropped
Kodwa announced to the media that he was now officially a ‘free man’ and intended to renew his commitment to serving the African National Congress.
Zizi Kodwa and Jehan Mackay’s corruption case postponed to November 1
The corruption case against former minister Zizi Kodwa and businessman Jehan Mackay faces further delays, with proceedings postponed to November 1.
Former ANC spokesperson, Pule Mabe, in court for corruption charges related to R27 million tender
Pule Mabe is expected to be charged with corruption in connection with a R27 million tender, which was allegedly awarded unlawfully to his company Enviro Mobi in 2017.
‘This case is not stagnating’: Former minister Zizi Kodwa’s bail extended, corruption trial postponed
Magistrate Philip Venter said the case is moving along at a reasonable pace and he postponed the corruption trial to October 24.
Former minister Kodwa’s case postponed to September
The pair were three months ago granted R30 000 bail each during their first court appearance in May.
Zuma expulsion no panacea to deeply embedded factionalism
From beginning to end, the Zuma matter has triggered many questions. There is no consensus on how to respond to the questions – even among ANC members, the writer says.
‘Good riddance!’ Social media reacts as corruption accused ANC MP Zizi Kodwa resigns
The political fortunes of former sports minister Zizi Kodwa took a significant knock on Thursday when he finally announced his resignation as a Member of Parliament, effective immediately.
ANC accepts Zizi Kodwa’s resignation from Parliament
Kodwa wrote a resignation letter that included Parliament speaker Thoko Didiza on Thursday.
Step aside! Zizi Kodwa resigns as ANC MP amid corruption scandal
Zizi kodwa resigns as Member of Parliament amid allegations of corruption
Corruption trial of ANC MP Zizi Kodwa and former EOH boss Jehan Mackay postponed to August
Zizi Kodwa, who was a Cabinet minister at the time, was charged over allegations that he accepted bribes totalling about R1. 7 million from tech giant EOH.
COMMENT: Is Gayton McKenzie on a mission to become the ‘GOAT’ of SA’s sports ministers?
The promises the Patriotic Alliance leader Gayton McKenzie has made have come large and quickly, and that has seen his popularity rise.
Equal Education urges ANC to withdraw Zizi Kodwa’s education committee nomination
Equal Education is pressing the ANC to withdraw Zizi Kodwa's nomination to the Basic Education Committee amid corruption charges hanging over his head. They emphasise ethical governance and call for accountability in parliamentary oversight.
State Capture exposed weaknesses and challenges in the criminal justice system
Only a few out of 1 438 who have been implicated in allegations of state capture were prosecuted.