Manyane Manyane

Investigations Journalist

G20 tensions rise as US accused of exploiting Mandela's legacy

Manyane Manyane|Updated

The US is under fire for allegedly exploiting Nelson Mandela's legacy to serve its own interests, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio's comments on South Africa's ...

Trump's G20 agenda: A US-centric shift in global diplomacy

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Experts warn that Trump's G20 presidency could signal a dramatic shift away from global equity themes, prioritising US interests in trade and security.

Standard Bank's alleged exploitation of the Public Investment Corporation

Manyane Manyane|Updated

UDM leader General Bantu Holomisa raises serious concerns about Standard Bank's dealings with the Public Investment Corporation, alleging self-serving deals that ...

How syndicates who looted more than R2 billion from Tembisa Hospital avoided detection to loot

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The Special Investigating Unit's interim report reveals a shocking R2 billion looting scandal at Tembisa Hospital, exposing the collusion between corrupt officials ...

Warning issued over Madlanga Commission delay and its impact on witness safety and evidence integrity

Manyane Manyane|Updated

The postponement of the Madlanga Commission into criminality and corruption raises serious concerns about evidence tampering and the safety of witnesses, according ...

South Africa's human rights crisis: Calls for action ahead of National Dialogue

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Amnesty International South Africa calls on President Cyril Ramaphosa to allocate the R700 million National Dialogue budget towards safeguarding citizens' basic ...

Ramaphosa skipping Mabuza’s burial was indicative of their strained relationship

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Political analyst Ntsikelelo Breakfast critiques President Cyril Ramaphosa's absence at the private burial of former Deputy President David Mabuza, suggesting their ...

Public Protector dismisses R200k hiring scandal against ex-Eskom boss De Ruyter

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The Public Protector has vindicated former Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter in a high-profile investigation into allegations of nepotism and procurement irregularities. ...

SAPS DNA crisis: Thousands of criminal cases at risk of collapse

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A critical crisis unfolds as SAPS DNA backlog surpasses 140 000 cases, forcing criminal cases to be withdrawn and leaving thousands of victims without justice. Portfolio ...

MEC blames non-payment of salaries on the previous administration

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She said this was due to financial mismanagement under the previous board.

Failure to pay workers believed to be political smear campaign against NW MEC

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This came after the MEC allegedly told members of Scopa to declare their businesses with NWPTB.

Proposed tax increases blamed on corruption, incompetence and bad politics

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Governance experts said the burden of government corruption, failure and incompetence had been passed on to the taxpayers.

Westville Prison inmates protest food shortages and quality

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Inmates at Westville Prison allege severe food shortages and poor quality, prompting calls for investigation into human rights violations.

Alleged Gold Mafia says he was not given a right of reply in a judgment that favoured SARS

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The order authorised the repatriation of foreign assets and limited his right to travel outside the country.

Godongwana urged to increase social grants in line with food inflation

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The value of social grants has been decreasing due to the exorbitant cost of living.

Questions over Mineral and Petroleum Resources committee’s silence on Stilfontein deaths

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The organisations called on the portfolio committee to immediately exercise its legislative oversight functions.

Over 400 Eastern Cape schools still rely on unsafe pit toilets

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SAHRC’s investigation reveals that over 400 schools in the Eastern Cape are still using unsafe pit toilets, putting the lives and dignity of young learners at risk. ...

Matjhabeng Local Municipality placed under administration due to service delivery collapse

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Matjhabeng Local Municipality in Free State has been placed under administration following severe financial mismanagement and service delivery failures, impacting ...

Calls for alternative funding models to revitalise the SANDF

Manyane Manyane|Published

Calls for alternative funding models and an adequate budget for the South African National Defence Force arise amid severe budget cuts and operational challenges. ...

Residents concerned about alleged maladministration and corruption in the project

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Residents said the municipality allegedly wanted to pay the transactional advisor 10% despite a legal opinion being sought and disagreed with payment.

Ramaphosa and government face legal action over apartheid-era damages claims

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Families of apartheid victims have filed a court application seeking R165 million in constitutional damages from President Cyril Ramaphosa and the government, citing ...

NSFAS urged to settle R44 million debt to avoid academic disruption

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NSFAS faces mounting pressure as the Private Student Housing Association reveals a R44 million debt, risking the academic year for thousands of students. Urgent ...

Spat continues between police and union over allegations regarding blasting of shaft 10 at Stilfontein mine

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The union wants police to allow a public inspection of the shaft.

Vavi-Stilfontein deaths a reminder of Marikana massacre

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Saftu says hunger has been used as a weapon to achieve the same outcome.

Alleged killer of Shailen Singh has business interests across the country

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He is listed as a director of 19 companies across the country. The companies include beverages, properties and protection services.