To be arrested or not? Mapisa-Nqakula, lawyer differ on her corruption case: The embattled speaker seems to be at loggerheads with her attorney ...
mg.co.za/politics/2024-03-22-to-be-arrested-or-not-mapisa-nqakula-lawyer-differ-on-her-corruption-case/
Quick Glance: Mapisa-Nqakula Fights Against Arrest to Protect Health and Life
- Allegedly incriminating documentation was discovered during a raid at her home in Bruma.
- National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has filed a court request for access to the docket against her due to leaked information.
- Rather than surrendering herself for fraud and corruption allegations at a police station, Mapisa-Nqakula sought an interdict for an arrest warrant, highlighting the illegality of the search and seizure operation at her Johannesburg residence.
- She identified National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) head Shamila Batohi and police minister Bheki Cele as the respondents in the case.
ANC ‘still discussing’ no-confidence motion in Mapisa-Nqakula: The Democratic Alliance wants the motion to be debated next week
mg.co.za/politics/2024-03-26-anc-still-discussing-no-confidence-motion-in-mapisa-nqakula-over-corruption-claim/
Quick Glance: ANC 'still discussing' no-confidence motion in Mapisa-Nqakula
- The ANC at Luthuli House has not yet decided whether it will support or oppose a motion of no confidence against National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula. However, the parliamentary chief whip Pemmy Majodina pledged full caucus support.
- The Democratic Alliance (DA) brought a motion of no confidence against Mapisa-Nqakula over corruption allegations. ANC spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri stated that the party was still discussing the matter and had not made a decision.
- After news broke that Mapisa-Nqakula was under investigation for alleged corruption and money laundering, Gwarube announced that she would support the motion and pushed for it to be addressed and debated urgently.
- Gwarube wrote to all parties in parliament to request support for the motion. She emphasized that the parliamentary rules were clear and the removal of a speaker or deputy speaker should be considered urgently.
Speaker’s home raided in corruption investigation: The National Prosecuting Authority confirmed the search and seizure operation a fortnight after Nosiviwe ...
mg.co.za/politics/2024-03-19-speakers-home-raided-in-corruption-investigation/
Quick Glance: Police Operation at Mapisa-Nqakula's Residence, ID Concludes Investigations
- The residence of National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula in Johannesburg was searched by members of the Investigating Directorate (ID).
- About six officials arrived in three unmarked cars and were on site until mid-morning.
- A photographer from this publication visited the house and observed several vehicles with police officers.
- The investigation began six months ago and was known to only a few within the ID.
IFP manifesto — free primary education and a debate on the death penalty: The IFP manifesto promises more power for traditional leaders, free education for ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-24-ifp-manifesto-free-primary-education-and-death-penalty-debate/
Lawyer objects as state changes charge against soldier accused of killing wife: The bail application for a SANDF member Mxolisi Lwandu Zungu who is accused of ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-26-lawyer-objects-as-state-changes-charge-against-soldier-accused-of-killing-wife/
SANDF soldier accused of shooting wife wants bail: SANDF member Lwanda Mxolisi Zungu who allegedly shot his wife Tania multiple times in the presence of his ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-11-sandf-soldier-accused-of-shooting-wife-wants-bail/
Border Wall Expansion in South Africa Against Mozambique: South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal region is pushing forward with the construction of a concrete wall ...
riotimesonline.com/border-wall-expansion-in-south-africa-against-mozambique/
Transnet forges ahead with R89bn logistics hub in KZN: Plans are underway to develop new container terminals at the ports of Richards Bay and Durban ...
mg.co.za/business/2024-03-03-transnet-forges-ahead-with-r89bn-logistics-hub-in-kzn/
Quick Glance: Transnet Advances R89 Billion Logistics Hub in KZN
- The Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is moving forward with the development of the R89 billion KwaZulu-Natal Logistics Hub, which includes new container terminals, improved roads, port security, and the relocation of the SA Navy base.
- TNPA officials provided updates on plans for the hub and ports in Durban, focusing on capacity improvements, a mega chrome terminal, and the goal of increasing container exports.
- Expansion plans for the Point terminal in Durban are underway to boost vehicle exports significantly by 2030, involving demolitions, infrastructure relocations, and the construction of new facilities.
- Funding has been secured for feasibility studies on the Point Container Terminal development, with additional projects including a new navy base in Richards Bay and various infrastructure enhancements at both ports.
2.5 million job ‘opportunities’ in next five years, says Ramaphosa at ANC manifesto launch
mg.co.za/article/2024-02-24-2-5-million-job-opportunities-in-next-five-years-says-ramaphosa-at-anc-manifesto-launch/
Quick Glance: Ramaphosa pledges 2.5 million jobs
- ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa pledges to create 2.5 million job opportunities in the next five years.
- Ramaphosa focuses on six priorities, including job creation and defending democracy.
- He emphasized the importance of industrial growth, clean governance, and social responsibility.
- Ramaphosa urged support in fighting corruption and stressed the significance of democracy.
Gift bags full of cash. Read the startling allegations about how speaker of parliament Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula solicited bribes from an SANDF contractor ... Show more
Gift bags full of cash. Read the startling allegations about how speaker of parliament Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula solicited bribes from an SANDF contractor ... Show more
POLL | What do you make of Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula allegedly being involved in unscrupulous conduct?
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-03-04-poll--what-do-you-make-of-nosiviwe-mapisa-nqakula-allegedly-being-involved-in-unscrupulous-conduct/
After mortar fire tragedy, two SANDF soldiers deployed in DRC die in apparent murder-suicide
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-03-after-mortar-fire-tragedy-two-sandf-soldiers-deployed-in-drc-die-in-apparent-murder-suicide/
South African troops killed in DR Congo attack: These are the nation's first fatalities since a recent deployment to support the Congolese army.
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: New Records and Political Controversies
- Rose Tata Wekesa breaks world record for longest science lesson.
- Job Sikhala criticizes government for decades.
- Patrick Herminie denies accusations as political staging.
- South African soldiers killed in attack in the Congo.
LISTEN | Deployment of SANDF to DRC ‘out of order’: Malema: EFF leader Julius Malema has called for the deployment of South African National Defence Force ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-02-15-listen-deployment-of-sandf-to-drc-out-of-order-malema/
Quick Glance: Malema Criticizes SANDF Deployment in Congo
- Julius Malema condemns SANDF soldiers' deployment in Congo as 'inappropriate'.
- He calls on President Ramaphosa to revoke the decision.
- Malema emphasizes the soldiers' lack of suitability for the mission and urges immediate cessation of deployment.
- Three SANDF soldiers were killed and two injured in the Congo, confirmed by the SANDF.
The ANC’s five deadly sins – and what the future holds for SA beyond the 2024 elections
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-02-17-the-ancs-five-deadly-sins-and-what-the-future-holds-for-sa-beyond-the-2024-elections/
More for grants, 10,000 new cops and money for IEC. This is what your tax is being spent on for Budget 2024
iol.co.za/news/politics/more-for-grants-10000-new-cops-and-money-for-iec-this-is-what-your-tax-is-being-spent-on-for-budget-2024-53014a6c-5ad5-45f1-8f68-2503040ca625
The Piano Man in township tavern purgatory: In my Pinetown pub off Main Road, in the mid-'90s I used to hang out with a one-eyed fellow who'd regale me ...
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/lifestyle/2024-03-03-the-piano-man-in-township-tavern-purgatory/
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More questions linger months after Lohatla fire which killed six soldiers: Political parties said the South African National Defence Force should have the ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/more-questions-linger-months-after-lohatla-fire-which-killed-six-soldiers-2f85cde0-40d9-4329-8d07-e8ba8ff8b3dd
Five key takeaways from Gauteng Premier Lesufi’s speech to a tough Nasrec crowd: At the heart of Lesufi’s speech were crime prevention efforts and plans to make ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-02-20-five-key-takeaways-from-gauteng-premier-lesufis-speech-to-a-tough-nasrec-crowd/
Navy’s land management neglect in the Cape poses risk of disastrous wildfires, say experts
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-02-21-navys-land-management-neglect-in-the-cape-poses-risk-of-disastrous-wildfires-say-experts/
R2bn price tag for SANDF in DRC, but costs will be shared by Sadc: President Cyril Ramaphosa authorised the deployment of 2,900 members of the South African ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-02-13-r2bn-price-tag-for-sandf-in-congo-but-costs-will-be-shared-by-sadc/
SANDF names soldiers killed in DRC mortar explosion: Two soldiers killed at an SA National Defence Force camp in the Democratic Republic of Congo have been named ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-02-18-sandf-names-soldiers-killed-in-drc-mortar-explosion/
SA’s military expected to do more than ever with tighter budgets: how the force has declined over 30 years
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/opinion-and-analysis/2024-02-05-sas-military-expected-to-do-more-than-ever-with-tighter-budgets-how-the-force-has-declined-over-30-years/
Quick Glance: SANDF: Addressing 30-Year Challenges with Limited Resources
- The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) marks 30 years this year, since its establishment on April 27, 1994.
- The defence force encompasses the army, air force, navy, and Military Health Service.
- It represents a consolidation of the former apartheid-era South African Defence Force, the militaries of the former nominally independent Bophuthatswana, Transkei, Ciskei and Venda, and the former liberation armies of the ANC and the Pan Africanist Congress of Azania.
- The government’s post-1994 policies primarily committed the defence force to safeguarding the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Godongwana gives SAPS, SANDF billions to protect porous borders, fight crime - Budget 2024
iol.co.za/news/politics/godongwana-gives-saps-sandf-billions-to-protect-porous-borders-fight-crime-budget-2024-6b82274a-f3cd-40bb-890d-820cdcecb507
Squatters on military land to get the boot as SANDF wins eviction order: The South African National Defence Force welcomed a court order granted by the North ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-02-16-squatters-on-military-land-to-get-the-boot-as-sandf-wins-eviction-order/
Zama zamas in vicious Primrose gunfight just weeks after SANDF and police raids: Residents wake to clashes as illegal miners exchange gunfire in broad daylight
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/news/2024-02-14-zama-zamas-in-vicious-primrose-gunfight-just-weeks-after-sandf-and-police-raids/
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Ex-SANDF member’s HIV attempted murder case close to conclusion: The attempted murder and rape case against a former member of the South African National Defence ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-02-28-ex-sandf-members-hiv-attempted-murder-case-close-to-conclusion/
Artisanal miners ‘brutalised’ in SANDF clampdown: Army clampdown has led to assaults and the property of legal miners being confiscated
mg.co.za/the-green-guardian/2024-02-11-artisanal-miners-brutalised-in-sandf-clampdown/
Artisanal miners ‘brutalised’ in SANDF clampdown: Army clampdown has led to assaults and the property of legal miners being confiscated
mg.co.za/the-green-guardian/2024-02-11-artisanal-miners-brutalised-in-sandf-clampdown/
SA Navy’s underwater explosives exercises to be moved from Simon’s Town MPA after public protests
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-02-06-sa-navys-underwater-explosives-exercises-to-be-moved-from-simons-town-after-public-protests/
Nhlanhla Sizani, 24, the alleged imposter who duped authorities into believing that he was a United Nations (UN) representative ... Show more
AmaPanyaza crime wardens to be trained by SANDF - Lesufi: This follows months of backlash and criticism from local authorities and residents over how the Gauteng ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/amapanyaza-crime-wardens-to-be-trained-by-sandf-lesufi-1f6d5a20-dd2c-4f67-841b-063c362b8df6
How the reports into the July 2021 unrest let South Africa down: Two reports on the July 2021 unrest in KZN and Gauteng take us almost no closer to understanding ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-01-30-how-the-reports-into-the-july-2021-unrest-let-south-africa-down/
Quick Glance: SAHRC Releases Shocking Findings on July 2021 Unrest
- The SAHRC found that the July 2021 unrest was orchestrated by well-resourced perpetrators.
- On Monday, the SAHRC and the CRL released their reports on the July 2021 unrest.
- SAHRC chairperson Chris Nissen discussed measures to prevent future unrest after the events in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng.
- The SAHRC found that the unrest caused R50 billion in economic damage and resulted in the deaths of over 350 people.
SADC troops return to DRC with tough mission as critical regional tensions boil over
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-02-09-sadc-troops-return-to-drc-with-tough-mission-as-critical-regional-tensions-boil-over/
Almost 27,000 people deported and illicit goods intercepted in festive season operation
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-01-28-almost-27000-people-deported-and-illicit-goods-intercepted-in-festive-season-operation/
SANDF reinstates employee after HIV discrimination: The defence force only re-employed the woman after being threatened with litigation
mg.co.za/health/2024-01-31-sandf-reinstates-employee-after-hiv-discrimination/
Ipid arrests police sergeant for murder of SANDF member in Limpopo: The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid) has arrested a 37-year-old police ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-01-26-ipid-arrests-police-sergeant-for-murder-of-sandf-member-in-limpopo/
Ramaphosa does not cease being President of South Africa - even at ANC events, says Sibongile Besani
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/ramaphosa-does-not-cease-being-president-of-south-africa-even-at-anc-events-says-sibongile-besani-869e1531-dd12-44b2-920f-cbcab7f0e4dc
Penguin safety worries as navy readies Simon’s Town underwater demolition training exercise
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-01-21-penguin-safety-alarm-as-over-simons-town-navy-demolition-exercise/
Commander of the Egyptian Navy Ashraf Atwa met with Commander of South African Navy Monde Lobese during an official visit to the naval forces in Alexandria ... Show more
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has distanced itself from alarming statements made by a former commander, Sylvester Mangolele ... Show more
Quick Glance: Army Condemns Threat Against President
- The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has distanced itself from alarming statements made by a former commander, Sylvester Mangolele, who recently surfaced in a widely circulated video on social media.
- The SANDF has made it clear that it does not involve itself in political matters and disavows any connection to the ex-commander's call for the removal of the president.
Meet the wealthiest man at Damen Shipyards Cape Town: Zakeer Khan says his wealth is not monetary, it’s his family.
iol.co.za/business-report/careers/meet-the-wealthiest-man-at-damen-shipyards-cape-town-04788693-b1fa-4ee6-b825-86defbdff14d
SANDF distances itself from remarks by former naval commander, demanding Ramaphosa resigns
iol.co.za/news/politics/sandf-distances-itself-from-remarks-by-former-naval-commander-demanding-ramaphosa-resigns-5cf0174e-3823-4673-a299-d9f272ff9f21
South Africa to lead new military force in DRC: this is what it’s up against: The UN peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Monusco ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-01-04-south-africa-to-lead-new-military-force-in-drc-this-is-what-its-up-against/
Africa Live this week: 1-7 January 2024 - BBC News: The West African country says it is cracking down on fake academic qualifications - and more stories.
bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-africa-67745691
State of contradictions — SA’s 2024 political tugs-of-war, and the SAPS’s ‘fight vs fuel’ crime and corruption conundrum
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-01-03-state-of-contradictions-this-year-will-highlight-sas-tug-of-war-between-fighting-and-fuelling-corruption-and-crime/
From an underground fire to a deadly building blaze — five disasters that rocked SA in 2023
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-12-31-from-an-underground-fire-to-a-deadly-building-blaze--five-disasters-that-rocked-sa-in-2023/
Africa Live this week: 1-7 January 2024 - BBC News: The West African country says it is cracking down on fake academic qualifications - and more stories.
bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-africa-67745691
Troops guarding borderlines reveal their challenges, roles in their families: Holidays can be difficult when away from loved ones, but soldiers take great pride ...
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/news/2023-12-18-troops-guarding-borderlines-reveal-their-challenges-roles-in-their-families/
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Quick Glance: Border Security: Challenges and Responsibility Revealed
- Soldiers take pride in their duties despite the difficulties of being away from family
- Daily border duty is dedicated to protecting the family and the entire South African population
From an underground fire to a deadly building blaze — five disasters that rocked SA in 2023
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-12-31-from-an-underground-fire-to-a-deadly-building-blaze--five-disasters-that-rocked-sa-in-2023/
2,500 people arrested for public drinking this December: Police minister Bheki Cele says police are determined to clamp down on the abuse of liquor which remains ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-12-24-2500-people-arrested-for-public-drinking-this-december/
The Rockey road to freedom: An oasis in the madness: Yeoville in 1994 was the radical, hedonistic heart of South African creativity. Thirty years later ...
mg.co.za/news/2023-12-24-the-rockey-road-to-freedom-an-oasis-in-the-madness/
Police arrest 25 suspected illegal miners in Northern Cape: Police in the Northern Cape, with SANDF members, arrested 25 alleged illegal miners and recovered ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-12-28-police-arrest-25-suspected-illegal-miners-in-northern-cape/
SANDF on mission patrol at South Africa-Lesotho frontier to curb cross-border crimes
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2023-12-17-sandf-on-mission-patrol-at-south-africa-lesotho-frontier-to-curb-cross-border-crimes/
Police nab 32 illegal mining suspects in Limpopo, seize mining equipment: Police need to hit hard on illegal mining syndicates and kingpins, shut down the ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-01-03-police-nab-32-illegal-mining-suspects-in-limpopo-seize-mining-equipment/
A look into Riverlea after communities took zama zama protests to the streets: Residents of Riverlea have different views about whether their issue with zama ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-12-29-a-look-into-riverlea-after-communities-took-zama-zama-protests-to-the-streets/
‘It’s deeply satisfying’: Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker on winning first trophy
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2023-12-17-its-deeply-satisfying-stellenbosch-fc-coach-steve-barker-on-winning-first-trophy/
SANDF says issues of torture did not form basis of inquiry, denies existence of military ‘death squad’
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2023-12-08-sandf-confirms-inquiry-heard-torture-allegations-but-denies-existence-of-military-death-squad/
Limpopo cops arrest three suspects and recover illegal mining equipment: The police illegal mining task team and South African National Defence Force members ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-12-22-limpopo-cops-arrest-three-suspects-and-recover-illegal-mining-equipment/
Operation Corona: Livestock theft, stolen vehicles part of SANDF’s successes at Maseru borderline; zama-zamas remain a concern
iol.co.za/news/politics/operation-corona-livestock-theft-stolen-vehicles-part-of-sandfs-successes-at-maseru-borderline-zama-zamas-remain-a-concern-9cc7f318-4ff9-4f27-9dde-c9ad359f0e6b
Tree-dweller, armed livestock thieves and stonings: The SANDF's battle to secure SA borders
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-12-14-tree-dweller-armed-livestock-thieves-and-stonings-the-sandfs-battle-to-secure-sa-borders/
'We live in fear because illegal immigrants pass through our homes': Residents tell of fear, robbery, theft at Maseru border gate
iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/we-live-in-fear-because-illegal-immigrants-pass-through-our-homes-residents-tell-of-fear-robbery-theft-at-maseru-border-gate-05a91579-9936-4748-ae0f-18a69a859c65
Air Force plane crash lands at Lohatla: A South African Air Force aircraft made a crash landing at the combat training centre in Lohatla, Northern Cape ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-11-23-air-force-plane-crash-lands-at-lohatla/
South Africa: Military Rejects Ex-Navy Chief's Call to Remove Ramaphosa - South African News Briefs - Janua...
allafrica.com/stories/202401030021.html
South Africa: Gauteng Govt Denies Neglect of Boksburg Blast Survivors - South African News Briefs - Decembe...
allafrica.com/stories/202312280023.html
South African president deploys army to tackle illegal mining: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised the deployment of 3,300 army personnel to ...
reuters.com/world/africa/south-african-president-deploys-army-tackle-illegal-mining-2023-11-09/
The zama zama challenge: South Africa has 6,100 derelict, ownerless mines: The scale of illegal mining in South Africa and associated criminality was outlined by ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-11-10-the-zama-zama-challenge-south-africa-has-6100-derelict-ownerless-mines/
Sponsored: Celebrating 25 years of the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA): In the 25 years of its existence, the entity has immensely contributed ... Show more
South Africa: No Conclusion Yet in Probe Into Naval Submarine Deaths: South African Navy spokesperson, Commander Theo Mabina, said an inquiry - originally ...
allafrica.com/stories/202312140209.html
WATCH | SANDF to go after man trending for 'sewing SA army uniform': The South African National Defence Force has warned it will use its powers to arrest ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-11-03-watch-sandf-to-go-after-man-trending-for-sewing-sa-army-uniform/
South African president deploys army to tackle illegal mining | Africanews: The move follows a 2019 deployment under the same operation to combat gang violence ...
africanews.com/2023/11/09/south-african-president-deploys-army-to-tackle-illegal-mining/
Paul Mashatile's unmasked VIP protectors to go on trial in May: The eight police VIP protection unit officers accused of assault, who have returned to work ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-11-09-paul-mashatiles-unmasked-vip-protectors-to-go-on-trial-in-may/
SANDF deployed to help SAPS fight zama-zamas, construction Mafia: President Cyril Ramaphosa said the involvement of the army in fighting brazen criminals would ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/sandf-deployed-to-help-saps-fight-zama-zamas-construction-mafia-a381263b-c4f5-4f8b-85b9-218b65732687
Soldiers ordered to keep safeguarding Eskom power stations from saboteurs into 2024
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2023-11-03-keeping-an-eye-soldiers-ordered-to-keep-safeguarding-eskom-power-stations-from-saboteurs-into-2024/
SA Air Force has become an expensive, dysfunctional luxury: The funding crisis has become so severe that defence pundits are proposing the hitherto unthinkable — ...
dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2023-10-25-the-south-african-air-force-has-become-an-expensive-dysfunctional-luxury/
Board of inquiry gets more time to probe SA Navy submarine tragedy: South African Navy chief Vice-Admiral Monde Lobese has granted an extension to a board of ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-11-10-board-of-inquiry-gets-more-time-to-probe-sa-navy-submarine-tragedy/
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