Gauteng Government Clarifies Reinstatement of Suspended Senior Officials
The Gauteng Provincial Government has clarified why suspended senior officials were reinstated and reassigned while disciplinary processes continue.... Read more.
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UK’s Peter Mandelson to Resign from House of Lords Amid Epstein Investigation
British politician Peter Mandelson will resign from the House of Lords as UK police assess allegations linked to his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.... Read more.
Leonard Lekgetho Appointed Acting Head of SIU as Anti-Corruption Fight Continues
President appoints Leonard Gaoretelelwe Lekgetho as Acting Head of the SIU, marking continuity in South Africa’s fight against corruption and maladministration.... Read more.
FIFA PResident Gianni Infantino insists Donald Trump “deserves” controversial FIFA Peace Prize despite criticism
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended awarding the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump, saying he “objectively deserves it,” while... Read more.
Bravo Le Roux’s family confirms cause of death, reigniting calls for mental health awareness
The family of South African rapper Bravo Le Roux has confirmed that he died by suicide in Switzerland, sparking renewed conversations around mental health in the... Read more.
Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly refuses to play for Al-Nassr amid dispute with Saudi football bosses
Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly refusing to play for Al-Nassr after becoming frustrated with squad investment and Saudi Pro League financial decisions, according... Read more.
‘We Want That Chapter Behind Us’ — SA Couple Who Worked on Epstein’s Island Speak Out
A South African couple from Jeffreys Bay who spent nearly a decade working on Jeffrey Epstein’s private island say they want to move on, denying knowledge of abuse... Read more.
PetroSA in Talks With SARS as R4.5bn Tax Debt Threatens Mossel Bay GTL Refinery
PetroSA is negotiating with SARS over a R4.5bn tax debt that could see its Mossel Bay GTL refinery attached, as the state oil firm’s financial crisis deepens.... Read more.
Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi Demands Answers Over Withdrawn IPID Probe at Madlanga Commission
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has called on the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) to account for what... Read more.
Russian Intelligence Alleges France Approved Removal of ‘Unwanted Leaders’ in Africa
Russia’s foreign intelligence agency has accused French President Emmanuel Macron of approving covert plans to destabilise and remove African leaders France considers... Read more.
