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Police say a former Eskom contractor wanted in connection to fraud and corruption amounting to over R1.5 billion, is expected to appear before the Kempton Park Magistrate's Court, in Johannesburg. Michael Loman, a United Kingdom national was extradited back to South Africa today and landed at the O.R Tambo International Airport a short while ago. He was arrested in London three years ago and his e...

The funeral service of the late former Minister of Public Enterprise, Pravin Gordhan is currently underway at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban. Family, friends and comrades of Gordhan are expected to pay tribute to his contribution to the country's development since he first became a member of parliament back in 1994. President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the eu...

The trial of five men accused of the 2014 murder of soccer player, Senzo Meyiwa has resumed in the High Court in Pretoria. Forensic analyst, Retha Grobler has resumed her testimony as one of the four analysts that have confirmed the findings of ballistic expert, Chris Mangena, linking a firearm seized from one of the accused, to the murder of the former Bafana Bafana captain. Yesterday Grobler sai...

Consumers can breathe a sigh of relief as prices ease to their lowest level in three years. This as data released by Statistics South Africa shows that the consumer price inflation has cooled down further from 4,6% in July to 4,4% in August 2024. Stats SA notes the contributions to the decline came from transport, housing, restaurants and hotels. Udo spoke to Economic Advisor to the Optimum Financ...

Tshwane Executive Mayor Colliers Brink earlier today gave an update on service delivery progress and coalition political matters affecting the City of Tshwane. He says he has fulfilled some of his main obligations. Brink also faces a looming motion of no confidence  against him, and  without the support of ActionSA, If the motion passes,  his mayoral committee will allegedly  dissolved. Udo Carels...

ANC Treasurer-General, Dr Gwen Ramokgopa says in memory of the late minister Pravin Gordhan - government must root out corruption.  ANC supporters filled the Johannesburg City Hall on Tuesday to honour the late Public Enterprises minister, following his passing last Friday. Gordhan, who was diagnosed with cancer passed away at the age of 75, surrounded by family, friends and comrades. Sibahle Moth...

The South African Police Service (SAPS) says they have a number of plans in place to tackle extorsion related crimes. SAPS briefed parliament on its intervention plans to combat extortion earlier today. This follows increased extortion cases in various parts of the country. SAPS  says they have also launched toll free lines for community members to report such crimes. Lets hear from  Lieutenant Ge...

The Democratic Alliance is holding a National Day of Action today across the country to oppose Eskom's proposed electricity tariffs.  This follows Eskom's request for a 36% tariff increase on top of the already approved R8 billion "make-up" tariff for next year.  The political party says Eskom has increased electricity prices by 450% since 2007, placing unbearable financial strain on South African...

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has told the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) about massive corruption and maladministration at the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa. The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) was briefing SCOPA on investigations it conducted at PRASA. The corruption relates to PRASA's purchase of locomotives from Swifambo and the Rail Agency's deal with Siyangena...

Forensic analyst, Captain Reta Grobler has testified in the High Court in Pretoria, that Colonel Chris Mangena earlier gave her an exhibit bullet and test bullets to be placed in a comparison microscope. Grobler is the latest witness in the trial of five accused of the 2014 murder of the former Bafana Bafana captain, Senzo Meyiwa. Meyiwa was gunned down at the parental home of his then-girlfriend,...

The office of Public Protector says the members of the South African Police Service lack sufficient skills and training to adequately assist victims of Gender Based Violence at local police stations. This was revealed during a sitting of the portfolio committee on Justice and Constitutional Development currently ongoing in Parliament. The Public Protector's office has been tabling its report on sy...

Authorities in the Western Cape have confirmed that 25 passengers have been hospitalised following the derailment of a train last night at Paarl in the Boland. Five of the injured are reported to be in a critical condition and others with moderate injuries. No deaths have been reported. Udo Carelse spoke to Raymond Maseko, who is the Acting Regional Manager at Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa...

South Africa's consumer price inflation (CPI) is anticipated to remain unchanged at 4-point-6 percent in August from July. It fell from 5-point-1 percent in June to 4-point-6 percent year-on-year in July. Independent economist, Ntombi Mbele-Thomo, says global easing with price pressure has also been reflected in South Africa. Mbele-Thomo says these changes have been positively welcomed by the econ...

Convicted rapist and murderer, Thabo Bester has accused the High Court in Pretoria of bias in his application for access to a laptop and other electrics. The court has heard Bester's argument in what he believes will help him prepare for his upcoming deportation case, after he and his girlfriend, Doctor Nandipha Magudumana were arrested in Tanzania and deported back to South Africa in early 2023....

The National Director of Public Prosecutions, Shamila Batohi has told the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development that all Truth and Reconciliation Commission-related cases are being given priority, especially those involving families who can not afford private legal representation...

The office of the Auditor-General is appearing before parliament's standing committee on public accounts to speak about the performance of the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa and South African Airways SAA. The two state-owned entities continue to experience a number challenges which have forced the government to seek interventions to help find practical solutions. For the latest we're now jo...

KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Social Development, Mbali Shinga is expected to shares the findings of an investigation on alleged abuse of children and maladministration at the Aryan Benevolent Home in Chatsworth. ABH is fully funded by the KZN Department of Social Development and houses at least 102 children aged between 7 to 11 years, from different backgrounds. It also cares for elderly people. Sakina K...

The Correctional Services Department has confirmed the death of Danish national, Peter Frederiksen at the Mangaung Correctional Centre in the Free State. Fredericks was serving two life terms at the facility after being found guilty of rape and conspiracy to commit murder. He was first arrested in September 2015 after 21 female genitalia were found in his home freezer. Spokesperson for the correct...

The Vredenburg Magistrate's Court, in the Western Cape, has postponed to 21 October 2024, the case against 4 people accused of involvement in the disappearance of 6-year-old, Joslin Smith. The accused made a brief appearance in court this morning, where new evidence was heard after it came to light, resulting in the state's request for a postponement for further investigations.  It has been nearly...

The Praktiseer Magistrate's Court, outside Burgersfort, in the Limpopo province is expected to heard the case against two suspected kingpins allegedly behind illegal mining after they were arrested for allegedly being in possession of chrome valued at over 20-million rand.  They are believed to be directors of an organization that deals in the illegal trade of minerals. Their case is expected to b...

Money, sharp objects and cellphones were some of the illegal items found and confiscated during a raid at St Albans Correctional Center in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape in the early of hours of Today. The unannounced search operation was led by Correctional Services National Commissioner, Makgothi Thobakgale. SABC reporter, Lerato Fekisi spoke to Correctional Services National Commissioner, Makgoth...

Road Accident Fund CEO, Collins Letsoalo says the fund's short-term debt has been lowered to R8,2 billion from an initial R19 billion when he and his team took over. Letsoalo clarifies that short-term debt is money owed to claimants which cannot be paid by the fund. Collins has been addressing the media where he gave an overview of the fund's annual performance results. Collins also says the fund...

The Vredenburg Magistrate's Court, in the Western Cape, has postponed until 21 October, the case against 4 people accused of involvement in the disappearance of 6-year-old, Joslin Smith. The accused made a brief appearance in court this morning, where new evidence was heard after it came to light, resulting in the state's request for a postponement for further investigations.  It has been nearly 7...

A politician, an ANC cabinet minister, an activist, and once a pharmacist, Pravin Gordhan, will seemingly be remembered with mixed emotions. He has been hailed for bringing SARS' administration firmly into the 21st century as Commissioner of the tax collection agency.  He was also well-respected by the capital markets during his tenure as Finance Minister.  But at the end of his political career,...

The theft case against Longwe Twala, the son of the music legend and producer, Sello Chicco Twala has been postponed to next Monday. Longwe made a brief appearance in the Randburg Magistrate's Court after, Chicco Twala opened a case against his sons, Sello and Longwe, who he claims stole sound equipment from his Johannesburg studio. Longwe's brother and co-accused, Sello, was released on bail due...