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South African Ambassador to France, Nkosinathi “Nathi” Mthethwa, has died under what President Cyril Ramaphosa described as “tragic circumstances.”Mthethwa’s body was discovered outside the Hyatt Regency Paris Étoile, where he was staying on the 22nd floor.- Advertisement – French media reported that his wife, Philisiwe Buthelezi, had alerted authorities after receiving a distressing message, leading to the search. The 58-year-old was later confirmed deceased.President Ramaphosa Expresses Deep SorrowIn a statement, President Cyril Ramaphosa extended condolences to Mthethwa’s wife, family, and loved ones.Advertisements “The untimely passing of Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa is a moment of deep grief in which government and citizens…

Crime Intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo testified at the Madlanga Commission in Pretoria on Monday, stating that WhatsApp messages allegedly reveal how Vusumuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala, believed to be a cartel member, facilitated payments to the African National Congress (ANC).YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: WATCH LIVE: Madlanga Commission Of Inquiry | Day 9According to Khumalo, these payments were allegedly made via Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s associate, Brown Mogotsi. He added that the evidence points to WhatsApp communications showing clear financial transactions.- Advertisement – “Mr Matlala or one of his employees makes payments to Mr Mogotsi directly sometimes for expenses related to the African…

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced a new reform programme designed to encourage metro municipalities to perform better in exchange for increased funding from the National Treasury.Speaking at a municipal reform workshop on Monday, he explained that the initiative forms part of broader government budget reforms aimed at tackling wasteful expenditure.- Advertisement – Godongwana stressed that raising taxes was not a viable option, leaving the Treasury with no choice but to curb waste and cut back on unnecessary spending.Spending Reviews Face ResistanceAddressing metro mayors directly, Godongwana admitted that Treasury spending reviews are not popular and have been met with resistance.Advertisements…

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry reconvenes on Monday at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College, pressing ahead with its probe into alleged corruption and misconduct within the criminal justice system.The inquiry was sparked by explosive claims made in July by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who accused key players of corruption and malfeasance.- Advertisement – YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: EFF: “Corruption, Not Foreigners, Behind Collapse Of Public Hospitals”On Monday, Crime Intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo faces questioning as the commission continues its high-stakes hearings.Advertisements For More, Follow SurgeZirc SA On  Facebook, X,  Instagram and BlueskyAdvertisements – Advertisement – Source link

Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo is expected to take the stand at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Monday. His testimony comes amid explosive claims that influential business figures tied to drug cartels are manipulating both the police and the judiciary in Gauteng.Khumalo’s appearance will span several days, as the commission digs into the extent of alleged criminal infiltration within state structures.- Advertisement – He remains out on bail after being arrested on fraud and corruption charges linked to the irregular appointment of an unqualified official to a senior role in Crime Intelligence.Inside Gauteng’s Counterintelligence OperationsKhumalo’s testimony is expected to…

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry will resume its hearings on Monday at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College.The commission is probing allegations of corruption and misconduct within the criminal justice system, first raised in July by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.- Advertisement – YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Crime Intelligence Head Dumisani Khumalo Ready To Testify Before Madlanga CommissionCrime Intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo is among those scheduled to give testimony.Advertisements For More, Follow SurgeZirc SA On  Facebook, X,  Instagram and BlueskyAdvertisements – Advertisement – Source link

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has revealed that three major syndicates siphoned off nearly R1.7 billion from the Gauteng Department of Health (DoH) and Tembisa Hospital.Billions Lost Through Procurement FraudSIU head Advocate Lekgoa Mothibi confirmed the findings on Monday during a briefing with Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and Minister of Health Aaron Motsoaledi.- Advertisement – The investigation uncovered over 2,207 procurement deals linked to more than 4,500 purchase orders worth R1.69 billion.“Analysis has revealed serious maladministration and procurement fraud. Key officials from the Gauteng DoH and Tembisa Hospital benefitted from irregular payments,” said Mothibi.Advertisements Syndicate Leaders NamedMothibi identified Hangwani Maumela…

Former president Thabo Mbeki has called on KwaZulu-Natal leaders to urgently address the dismal state of Durban’s port, after the World Bank ranked it as the worst-performing container hub in the world.The 2024 World Bank Container Port Performance Index, released last week, placed Durban at the bottom of 405 global ports. This marked a sharp fall from its already low 399th position in 2023. Cape Town also fared poorly, ranking 400th.- Advertisement – ANC Leadership Needs to Step Up, Says Thabo MbekiSpeaking at the ANC’s political school in Durban over the weekend, Mbeki stressed the urgent need for the party…

Patriotic Alliance (PA) deputy leader Kenny Kunene has officially returned to the Johannesburg City Council.His reinstatement comes two months after he stepped down following controversy linked to the arrest of Katiso “KT” Molefe, who is accused of orchestrating the murder of musician Oupa Sefoka, known as DJ Sumbody.- Advertisement – Johannesburg Council Speaker Margaret Arnolds confirmed the development. “Kenny Kunene has been sworn in as councillor. He was on his party’s list and was sworn in as a councillor today,” she said.Controversy Over DJ Sumbody Murder SuspectKunene’s resignation followed his presence at Molefe’s home during the suspect’s arrest. At the…

Parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating police corruption was divided on Friday over whether President Cyril Ramaphosa should appear as a witness in its upcoming hearings.The dispute arose as members debated the addition of more than 20 new names to the committee’s witness list ahead of hearings scheduled to begin in October.- Advertisement – The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) submitted an extensive list that included Ramaphosa and Minister Gayton McKenzie. Concerns were also raised that the committee may not have enough time to properly assess all the proposed witnesses before proceedings begin.EFF Demands Accountability From the PresidentEFF leader Julius Malema argued…