Loyiso Sidimba

Multimedia Journalist, Politics

Mnisi on Fannie Nkosi: 'He was mistaken in sending me bidder list' | Madlanga Commission

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Gareth Mnisi, the suspended City of Tshwane chief financial officer, clarifies his relationship with Sergeant Fannie Nkosi during his testimony at the Madlanga Commission, ...

Tshwane mayor Dr. Nasiphi Moya addresses malfeasance findings at Madlanga Commission

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Tshwane mayor Dr. Nasiphi Moya addresses the Madlanga Judicial Commission of Inquiry, highlighting ongoing reforms to combat municipal malfeasance and improve financial ...

Court ruling for Patrice Motsepe after $195m mining deal with US company turns sour

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Dr. Patrice Motsepe's African African Rainbow Capital is cleared of liability in a US$195 million lawsuit regarding the breach of a confidentiality agreement, as ...

National Lotteries Commission admits to missing records on R9.59bn investment approvals

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The National Lotteries Commission faces scrutiny as the SIU investigates R9.59 billion in investments made without clear Ministerial approval records.

Ex-lottery boss's court challenge against Ramaphosa stalls SIU probe into R2bn scandal

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Prof. Alfred Nevhutanda's legal challenge against President Cyril Ramaphosa's proclamation has stalled the Special Investigating Unit's probe into billions allegedly ...

Tshwane Metro Police Commissioner Umashi Dhlamini suspended amid serious allegations

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The Tshwane Metro Police Department has suspended Deputy Commissioner Umashi Dhlamini following serious allegations presented at the Madlanga Judicial Commission ...

Madlanga Commission | Sergeant Nkosi's testimony raises serious concerns about City of Tshwane CFO

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Sergeant Fannie Nkosi's explosive testimony at the Madlanga Commission exposes troubling ties between City of Tshwane CFO Gareth Mnisi and taxi boss Joe Sibanyoni. ...

Cosatu and SACP decline to endorse ANC candidates ahead of Gauteng provincial conference

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As tensions escalate ahead of the local government elections, Cosatu and the SACP's refusal to endorse candidates for the ANC's Gauteng provincial conference.

South African municipalities face crisis: Treasury report exposes R8.66 billion in water losses

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The National Treasury's latest report reveals alarming water losses of R8.66 billion across South Africa's major municipalities, highlighting systemic inefficiencies ...

Tembisa supercars row: Dealer hits back after SIU links exotic vehicles to hospital looting scandal

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Yusuf Omar, dealer principal of Omar’s Motor Den, faces criticism after issuing threats to SIU spokesperson Kaizer Kganyago over comments related to the return of ...

APARTHEID VICTIMS TO GET R30K - Late struggle heroes’ families in line for reparations

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Thousands of apartheid victims, including prominent activists, are encouraged to claim their R30,000 reparations, as the Department of Justice opens the door for ...

Justice director-general Advocate Doctor Mashabane leaves following inquiry-related suspension

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Justice and Constitutional Development director-general Advocate Doctor Mashabane is set to leave his position at the end of February following a mutual separation ...

Johannesburg Water employees strike over bonus disputes amid water supply crisis

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Members of the SA Municipal Workers' Union have initiated an unprotected strike against Johannesburg Water, protesting against performance bonus deductions amid ...

Gautrain contract up for grabs as court ruling favours Bombela

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The Gauteng Roads and Transport Department is set to retender the Gautrain contract following a significant court ruling involving Bombela Operating Company and ...

Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero champions stronger ties with China for shared prosperity

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Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero discusses the evolving partnership between South Africa and China at the Global South Media and Think Tank Forum, highlighting the ...

Watch VideoDr Iqbal Survé calls for a stronger partnership between Africa and China

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At the Global South Media Forum, Dr. Iqbal Survé champions a collaborative future for Africa and China, calling for an inclusive world order that reflects shared ...

Gauteng yet to reclassify AmaPanyaza after millions spent on crime prevention initiative

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The Gauteng provincial legislature' s committee, advocates for the repurposing of crime prevention wardens amid legal challenges, highlighting their role in community ...

Ntando Duma ordered to pay R27,000 for unauthorised use of agency photograph

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EFF member and actress Ntando Duma is ordered to pay R27,000 for using an agency photograph without permission, raising questions about copyright in the digital ...

Lesufi urges Parliament intervention, says Gauteng has too many undocumented foreign nationals

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Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi highlights the pressing challenges faced by the province's municipalities due to a surge in undocumented foreign nationals, calling ...

Communities challenge Shell's oil drilling plans in the Constitutional Court

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Communities on the Eastern Cape's Wild Coast are taking a stand against Shell's oil drilling plans by appealing to the Constitutional Court, challenging previous ...

Gauteng Education MEC and top official risk jail time over school nutrition programme compliance

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Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane and the head of department may face contempt of court charges for failing to produce documents related to a R9 billion school ...

Mbeki and Mabandla accept court ruling on TRC case intervention

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Former President Thabo Mbeki and ex-Justice Minister Brigitte Mabandla have had their application to intervene in a Truth and Reconciliation Commission case dismissed ...

Joburg MMC threatens to wear Hitler T-shirt in protest against pro-Israel DA councillor

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A heated Johannesburg council meeting descended into controversy after a PAC MMC threatened to wear a Hitler T-shirt in response to a DA councillor's pro-Israel ...

Government clarifies Z83 form challenges in public service recruitment

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The Department of Public Service and Administration addresses operational challenges with the Z83 employment application form, providing new guidelines to streamline ...

Midvaal Municipality fights R5m environmental fine while seeking landfill licence

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Gauteng's best-performing municipality, Midvaal, challenges a R5m environmental fine while simultaneously seeking crucial landfill site licensing. The DA-run municipality ...