April 17, 2023
South Africa: Asset Forfeiture Unit Seizes R165 Million in Assets From World Cup Accommodation Corruption Accused
The National Prosecuting Authority Asset Forfeiture Unit (NPA AFU) has obtained an order to seize assets worth some R165 million from at least nine accused in a fraud, corruption,… Read more »
April 15, 2023
South Africa: Bester Still Held At Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Facility
The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has moved to assure South Africans that serial rapist and murderer Thabo Bester is still behind bars at the Kgosi Mampuru II… Read more »
April 13, 2023
South Africa: Parliamentary Justice Committee Holds Hearing Into Bester Escape
Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services Chairperson, Gratitude Magwanishe, says South Africans should feel safe in their country, and that their security should… Read more »
South Africa: Thabo Bester, Magudumana Repatriated Back to SA
Fugitives Thabo Bester and his aesthetic doctor girlfriend Nandipha Magudumana have landed on home soil after successful repatriation from Tanzania. Read more »
South Africa: KZN to Embark On Anti-Crime Campaign
The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government will embark on a community mobilisation campaign against crime. Read more »
April 12, 2023
South Africa: Bill Signals Major Boost for Workplace Equity
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Employment Equity Amendment Bill of 2020 into law. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Employees in State Housing Warned to Pay Rent
North West Public Works and Roads MEC, Gaoage Molapisi, has called on all government employees residing in State houses to pay for their stay or face eviction. Read more »
April 11, 2023
South Africa: Thabo Bester Escape - G4S Ex-Employee to Appear in Court
A 39-year-old former G4S employee and a 65-year-old man are expected to appear in the Bloemfontein Magistrate's Court today in connection with Thabo Bester's escape from prison. Read more »
April 06, 2023
South Africa: Creecy Withdraws Threatened or Protected Terrestrial and Freshwater Species Regulations
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Barbara Creecy has withdrawn Regulations pertaining to Threatened or Protected terrestrial and freshwater Species (TOPS) and the… Read more »
April 04, 2023
South Africa: Advocate Arrested for Allegedly Defrauding State Attorney's Office
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed the arrest of a man who allegedly defrauded the Office of the State Attorney. Read more »
April 03, 2023
South Africa: Two Nabbed for Illegal Cigarettes
Two suspects are to appear before the Mokopane Magistrate Court today for the possession of illegal cigarettes, as well as resisting arrest. Read more »
March 30, 2023
South Africa: Temporary Manager Appointed for Mangaung Prison
Following the daring escape of convicted murderer and rapist, Thabo Bester, from the Mangaung Correctional Centre in the Free State, Correctional Services National Commissioner,… Read more »
South Africa: Hawks Conduct Operations At Bedfordview House, Offices
The Hawks' Serious Corruption Investigation team conducted simultaneous search and seizure operations at a house in Bedfordview and offices in Germiston and Edenvale on Wednesday… Read more »
South Africa: Govt Awaits Update On Gupta Brother's Extradition Application Over State Capture
An urgent meeting has been requested between the South African and United Arab Emirates' central authorities as well as the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Ronald… Read more »
March 28, 2023
South Africa: Transnet Investigates 'Ghost Trains'
State freight rail, port and pipeline company Transnet says it has launched a probe into allegations of "ghost trains" operating on its lines. Read more »
March 29, 2023
South Africa: Arrest of Suspects in Connection With Kwazakhele Birthday Killings Commended
Eastern Cape Provincial Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nomthetheleli Lillian Mene, has commended the arrest of four dangerous suspects in connection with the mass shooting… Read more »
March 28, 2023
South Africa: Estina Dairy Farm Tax Fraud Trial Underway
The State's first witness in the R37.7 million Estina dairy farm tax fraud trial is expected to continue his testimony in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court today. Read more »
March 21, 2023
South Africa: National Shutdown - At Least 550 Arrested for Various Crimes
The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) says at least 550 people have been arrested for various crimes ranging from public violence to intimidation… Read more »
March 17, 2023
South Africa: Police Visibility Heightened Ahead of EFF Protest
The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) has mobilised maximum resources to heighten police visibility ahead of the Economic Freedom Fighters planned… Read more »
March 14, 2023
South Africa: 3500 Gizzu Portable Power Stations Recalled
All persons in possession of GIZZU 300Wh and 500Wh Portable Power Stations have been urged by the National Consumer Commission to immediately stop using them and return them to the… Read more »
March 12, 2023
South Africa: Presidency Notes Outcomes of the Public Protector Report On Phala Phala Matter
The Presidency says it has noted the outcomes of the Public Protector's preliminary report on the investigation of whether President Cyril Ramaphosa breached the executive ethics… Read more »
March 09, 2023
South Africa: GBV Interventions At Higher Learning Institutions Yields Positive Results
Anti-gender-based violence interventions have yielded positive results at higher learning institutions with over 700 000 students currently linked to health, wellness and… Read more »
March 07, 2023
South Africa: Special Investigative Unit Recovers R18 Million for Road Accident Fund
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has signed acknowledgements of debt with law firms and legal representatives worth some R68 million after they were overpaid by the Road… Read more »
March 01, 2023
South Africa: Minister Finalises Appeals in Relation to Fishing Rights
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, has honoured her commitment to finalise appeals in the traditional linefish sectors by the end of the month. Read more »
February 21, 2023
South Africa: OHS Compliance Key to Decent Workplaces
Employment and Labour Deputy Minister, Boitumelo Moloi, says organisations must develop mandatory systems of health and safety compliance in order to create decent workplaces post… Read more »