Khaza Mathebula

Former EMPD officer Julius Mkhwanazi and Witness K arrested in alleged R15m precious stones theft

Former Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) officer Julius Mkhwanazi and another suspect, known as Witness K, have been arrested in connection with the alleged theft of precious stones worth nearly R15 million

July 18, 2026

by Khaza Mathebula

Madlanga Commission Turns Down Khan’s Closed Hearing Request Amid Claims He Remains Critically ill

Suspended Crime Intelligence deputy head Major-General Feroz Khan will not be allowed, for now, to give evidence behind closed doors after the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry found his application lacked sufficient detail. Khan was due to appear before the commission

July 1, 2026

by Khaza Mathebula

Malawian Bus Driver Arrested With Explosives Hidden in Rice Bags at Beitbridge

A 39-year-old Malawian bus driver has been remanded in custody after he was allegedly caught smuggling

ANC loses another heavyweight as Zandile Gumede joins MK Party

Former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede has officially joined the Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, becoming the latest

Mkhwanazi And Co-Accused’s Corruption Case Delayed As State Requests Time To Finalise Disclosures

The corruption case involving suspended Ekurhuleni city manager Kagiso Lerutla and suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi has been postponed until 21 August 2026. The postponement was granted

July 13, 2026

Crime·News

Andrea Johnson absent from Madlanga Commission after reported hospital admission

Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) head Andrea Johnson did not take the witness stand at the Madlanga Commission on Monday after she was reportedly admitted to hospital shortly before her scheduled testimony.

July 13, 2026

News·South Africa

EMPD’s Mkhwanazi and Ex-City Manager Mashazi in Dock After Corruption Arrests

Suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) chief Julius Mkhwanazi, former Ekurhuleni city manager Imogen Mashazi and two senior municipal officials appeared briefly in the Germiston Magistrate’s Court on Thursday following their arrest

July 9, 2026

Crime·News

Poet and Singer Ntsiki Mazwai Enters Joburg Mayoral Race

Media personality, author and poet Nontsikelelo “Ntsiki” Mazwai has announced her bid to become Johannesburg’s next mayor after accepting the Land Party’s nomination ahead of the November local government elections. Her candidacy

July 9, 2026

Celebrity News·News

March and March Unveils Three-Month Anti-Illegal Immigration Campaign

The March and March movement has mapped out an aggressive three-month campaign aimed at ramping up its anti-illegal immigration drive through protests, political lobbying and pressure on municipalities to prioritise South Africans

July 8, 2026

News·South Africa

Malema Denies Wrongdoing In Affidavit To Madlanga Commission

EFF leader Julius Malema has filed a sworn affidavit with the Madlanga Commission, denying allegations linking him to senior Crime Intelligence officer Feroz Khan and rejecting claims that he was involved in

July 7, 2026

News·Politics

Third EMPD officer arrested over R14.9m precious stones robbery case

An alleged fake law enforcement operation that ended with the theft of precious stones worth nearly R15 million has claimed a third accused, as the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) tightens its case

July 7, 2026

Crime·News

Ramaphosa Appoints Ayanda Dlodlo as Ambassador To France

Former state security minister Ayanda Dlodlo is to be named as South Africa’s ambassador-designate to France by President Cyril Ramaphosa. She will succeed Nathi Mthethwa, who committed suicide in September 2025 after

July 6, 2026

News·Politics

NEHAWU Turns Its Back On ANC, Backs SACP And Tearing COSATU Apart

In a move that is shaking the foundations of South Africa’s tripartite alliance, the National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (NEHAWU) has made its most explicit break yet with decades of

July 5, 2026

News·Politics

Madibeng Municipal Manager Shot in Suspected Hit Near Hartbeespoort Dam

North West police are investigating an attempted murder case after Madibeng Municipal Manager Quiet Kgatla was shot while driving near Hartbeespoort Dam on Wednesday evening. The attack happened at around 6pm on

July 2, 2026

Crime·News·South Africa

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Khaza Mathebula

Former EMPD officer Julius Mkhwanazi and Witness K arrested in alleged R15m precious stones theft

Madlanga Commission Turns Down Khan’s Closed Hearing Request Amid Claims He Remains Critically ill

Malawian Bus Driver Arrested With Explosives Hidden in Rice Bags at Beitbridge

ANC loses another heavyweight as Zandile Gumede joins MK Party

Mkhwanazi And Co-Accused’s Corruption Case Delayed As State Requests Time To Finalise Disclosures

Andrea Johnson absent from Madlanga Commission after reported hospital admission

EMPD’s Mkhwanazi and Ex-City Manager Mashazi in Dock After Corruption Arrests

Poet and Singer Ntsiki Mazwai Enters Joburg Mayoral Race

March and March Unveils Three-Month Anti-Illegal Immigration Campaign

Malema Denies Wrongdoing In Affidavit To Madlanga Commission

Third EMPD officer arrested over R14.9m precious stones robbery case

Ramaphosa Appoints Ayanda Dlodlo as Ambassador To France

NEHAWU Turns Its Back On ANC, Backs SACP And Tearing COSATU Apart

Madibeng Municipal Manager Shot in Suspected Hit Near Hartbeespoort Dam

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