Author: Anjianjei Constantine
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi will be the first witness at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry when public hearings open in Pretoria on Wednesday morning.The commission, chaired by retired Constitutional Court Justice Mbuyiseni Madlanga, is tasked with examining allegations that senior police officials — including Police Minister Senzo Mchunu — have meddled in law enforcement operations and maintained links with criminal syndicates.- Advertisement – Mchunu is currently on leave of absence as proceedings get underway.Allegations of Criminal Syndicate InfiltrationIn July, Mkhwanazi alleged that a powerful criminal network had infiltrated several arms of the state, including intelligence services, the…
Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has defended the decision to classify as top secret a report into the conduct of officers who took part in a covert operation to recover stolen US dollars from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm.Responding to a parliamentary question from ActionSA, Cachalia argued that releasing the report publicly would interfere with operational planning. He said the classification was necessary to protect sensitive relations between institutions.- Advertisement – “In light of these, it was absolutely necessary to classify the report ‘top secret’. The report will remain so classified until these elements are no longer in existence,” Cachalia…
African National Congress (ANC) president Cyril Ramaphosa has openly acknowledged that some of the country’s best-performing municipalities are not under his party’s control.Speaking at the FNB Stadium in Soweto before more than 40,000 ANC councillors, Ramaphosa admitted it was “painful” to recognise that many of the municipalities praised for effective governance are run by the Democratic Alliance (DA).- Advertisement – While the ANC holds a majority of municipalities nationwide, the party also governs some of the most troubled ones, including Maluti-a-Phofung and Ditsobotla, which continue to face serious governance and service delivery challenges.Ramaphosa Urges Councillors to Improve PerformanceRamaphosa told councillors…
The Patriotic Alliance (PA) has officially announced its deputy president, Kenny Kunene, as the party’s mayoral candidate for Johannesburg despite an ongoing probe into the politician’s alleged link with Katiso “KT” Molefe.The announcement was made despite Kunene’s current suspension, pending an investigation into his alleged ties with suspected crime figure Molefe.- Advertisement – Police previously found Kunene at Molefe’s Sandton home during the arrest of Molefe in connection with the murder of DJ Sumbody (Oupa Sefoka).YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Phala Phala Report: Cachalia Defends ‘Top Secret’ Classification Amid Growing Political PressureDuring a Facebook Live session on Sunday night, PA leader…
Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, will brief the media on Monday at the Ronnie Mamoepa Media Centre in Pretoria regarding the state of readiness of universities and colleges for the 2026 academic year.According to the department, the update will highlight preparations within the Post-School Education and Training (PSET) sector, including universities, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges, and Community Education and Training (CET) colleges.- Advertisement – “The briefing will take place as the department continues to implement a comprehensive overhaul of the PSET system aimed at expanding access, strengthening quality, and improving efficiency across the…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has once again voiced concern over the shortage of critical skills in South Africa’s public service, which he says is being weakened by corruption and inefficiency.Writing in his weekly newsletter, the president stressed the importance of strengthening the “professional foundations” of the state to improve service delivery.- Advertisement – While acknowledging ongoing challenges, Ramaphosa also recognised the commitment of many public servants who work tirelessly to meet the needs of South Africans.Public Service Month Highlights Essential ContributionsEach September, South Africa observes Public Service Month to reflect on the work of the country’s 1.7 million public servants.Advertisements Ramaphosa…
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced it will reprioritise R13 billion to support students who were unable to register due to funding issues.Deputy Minister of Higher Education Buti Manamela confirmed the move during a media briefing in Pretoria on Monday, where he provided an update on the 2026 academic year preparations and the scheme applications.- Advertisement – According to Manamela, around 34,000 students with blocked registrations and 15,000 second-semester students will now be prioritised for funding.R10 Billion Miscalculation Affected StudentsIn August, the scheme revealed that it had miscalculated its available funds by R10 billion, which left thousands…
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into alleged police corruption was scheduled to start on 1 September, but operational setbacks — including the absence of IT infrastructure — have forced delays.The inquiry, expected to last six months, comes with a projected cost of R148 million, raising concerns among critics who argue the process holds no prosecuting power.- Advertisement – Justice Minister Kubayi Defends Commission and BudgetJustice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has defended both the commission and its price tag, saying that the budget was formally submitted to the National Treasury and approved.“I think where we are still sitting, the costs are not…
African National Congress (ANC) President Cyril Ramaphosa is preparing to present the party’s new action plan aimed at reviving municipalities and strengthening service delivery.The plan will be tabled before the ANC’s national executive committee (NEC) during its meeting at the Birchwood Hotel in Boksburg on Sunday. It is expected to provide clear guidelines on the responsibilities of ANC councillors across the country.- Advertisement – Addressing Skills Gaps In Local GovernmentRamaphosa has acknowledged that poor leadership and a lack of expertise among political and administrative heads have contributed to widespread service delivery challenges.To tackle these shortcomings, the ANC has consolidated existing…
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK Party) has strongly criticised Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie, accusing him of undermining his position by “treating it like his kingdom.”According to the MK Party, McKenzie’s decisions have harmed the growth of sports and culture, while also showing “utter disrespect” to young South Africans striving to overcome poverty through their talents.- Advertisement – “What McKenzie has done is sabotage. Sabotage of grassroots development, sabotage of constitutional obligations and sabotage of the dreams of ordinary South Africans.“His actions do not uplift the poor, they abandon them. They are not reform, they are vandalism,”…