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Joint security operation nets over 120 suspected illegal miners

A massive multi-agency security operation targeted illegal mining networks in the West Rand, resulting in the arrest of over 120 suspected illegal foreigners in Fochville. Also see: JOE ‘FERRARI’ SIBANYONI DENIES ALLEGED UNDERWORLD LINKS AT MADLANGA COMMISSION The high-density raid, conducted under Operation Prosper and Operation Karabo, brought together specialised tactical teams from the South […]

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Joe ‘Ferrari’ Sibanyoni denies alleged underworld links at Madlanga Commission

Mpumalanga taxi boss Joe ‘Ferrari’ Sibanyoni has denied links to alleged underworld operations and organised criminal networks while being questioned at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Also see: Joe ‘Ferrari’ Sibanyoni set to return to Madlanga Commission Ferrari returned to the witness stand in Pretoria on Tuesday, 29 September 2026, for further cross-examination, with evidence […]

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President Cyril Ramaphosa announces urgent 4-point plan to fight GBVF

Following mounting public outrage over the horrifying discovery of women’s bodies in Ekurhuleni and rising rates of violent crime across the country, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a targeted four-point national recovery plan to combat gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). Also see: TIKTOKER TAKES AIM AT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA IN FIERY DISS TRACK The televised address […]

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Shadrack Sibiya’s SAPS disciplinary hearing scheduled for October

Suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya is set to face an internal South African Police Service (SAPS) disciplinary hearing on 5 October 2026, with the proceedings linked to allegations arising from the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Also see: Shadrack Sibiya back in court for formal bail application SAPS confirmed that Shadrack was formally […]

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Police arrest repeat suspect driving stolen Chery Omoda to Beitbridge border

A 25-year-old South African man has been arrested in Polokwane after law enforcement intercepted him driving a stolen silver Chery Omoda, valued at approximately R400,000, along the N1 highway. Also see: SAKHELA BUHLUNGU RESIGNS FROM FORT HARE POST AMID ONGOING DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS Authorities confirm the vehicle was stolen in Sandton, Gauteng, and was being driven […]

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South Africans frustrated with government’s response to illegal mining violence

Public outcry and national frustration continue to intensify across South Africa following a fresh wave of violent turf wars linked to illegal mining operations. Also see: MADLANGA COMMISSION: COURT REJECTS TAXI BOSS’S ATTEMPT TO BLOCK WHATSAPP EVIDENCE Citizens and community leaders are expressing outrage over what they perceive as a weak and sluggish government response […]

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Ramaphosa set to address the nation on GBVF crisis and Ekurhuleni killings

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address the nation later this evening, at 19:00 on 29 September 2026, as the government faces mounting concern over gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) and the recent killings of women in and around Ekurhuleni. Also see: Cyril Ramaphosa’s Kempton Park serial killings address sparks outrage The address comes after […]

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Julius Malema granted leave to appeal firearm conviction

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has been granted leave to appeal his firearm convictions and five-year prison sentence, giving him another opportunity to challenge the outcome of his long-running firearm case. Also see: Julius Malema granted leave to appeal 5-year sentence The decision was handed down by the Eastern Cape High Court in […]

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Cat Matlala’s Medicare24 corruption case delayed as prosecutors review evidence

Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala returned to the Pretoria Regional Court today, 29 September 2026, where he was formally reunited with his co-accused in the long-running Medicare24 corruption case. However, the case was postponed. Also see: Tebogo Thobejane revisits scene of alleged hit ahead of Cat Matlala trial The entire case centres on allegations surrounding the awarding […]

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Sakhela Buhlungu resigns from Fort Hare post amid ongoing disciplinary proceedings

University of Fort Hare Vice-Chancellor and Principal Professor Sakhela Buhlungu has resigned, bringing another dramatic turn to the ongoing leadership crisis at the Eastern Cape institution. Also see: South African minister urges public to leave immigration enforcement to authorities Buhlungu submitted his resignation earlier today, shortly before he was due to begin presenting his defence […]

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Ekurhuleni horror: 12th woman found dead as fears grow

Fear and concern are mounting in Ekurhuleni after the 12th woman was killed or found dead in the area in less than two months, prompting renewed calls for urgent action against gender-based violence and femicide. Also see: 11th Woman found dead in Ekurhuleni amid growing fears over women’s safety According to EWN, the latest victim […]

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3 Of 4 suspected CIT robbers fatally shot in R80 police shootout

A police shootout ensued on the R80 highway on Monday, 28 September 2026, leaving three suspected cash-in-transit (CIT) robbers fatally shot and a fourth in police custody. Officers recovered high-powered firearms and foiled an alleged planned robbery. Also see: Shadrack Sibiya back in court for formal bail application The fatal CIT shootout The Citizen reports that […]