Manyane Manyane

Investigations Journalist

'We can't forget his apartheid history': MKP slams decision to appoint Roelf Meyer as Ambassador to the US

Manyane Manyane|Updated

The MK Party has voiced strong opposition to the appointment of Roelf Meyer, a former apartheid-era minister, as South Africa’s Ambassador to the US.

Elon Musk again slams South Africa's B-BBEE policies as Starlink licence stalls

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Elon Musk has launched a fierce critique of the country's B-BBEE policies, claiming they are 'extremely racist'.

The Phala Phala scandal: Ramaphosa 'has a case to answer for bypassing the law'

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Could President Cyril Ramaphosa and Major General Wally Rhoode be held accountable for failing to report the Phala Phala farm theft? Experts weigh in on the implications ...

Cash Paymaster Services ordered to repay R81 million: Key takeaways from the Constitutional Court ruling

Manyane Manyane|Updated

The Constitutional Court has mandated Cash Paymaster Services to repay over R81 million to Sassa.

Citizenship and identity fraud allegations involving Nigerian 'king' and Miss South Africa contestant

Manyane Manyane|Updated

The government has been called to investigate Solomon Ogbonna Eziko and provide a report on the citizenship of former Miss South Africa contestant, Chidimma Adetshina ...

Accused romance scammers to be extradited to US after court setback

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Eight alleged members of the Black Axe criminal syndicate face extradition to the US after the Western Cape High Court dismissed their appeal.

Concerns rise over prolonged vacancies at the Constitutional Court

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Civil society organisations express deep concern over President Cyril Ramaphosa's unprecedented delay in filling two vacancies at the Constitutional Court.

Gayton McKenzie's controversial funding decisions: LIV Golf vs cultural festivals

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Minister Gayton McKenzie's decision to prioritise LIV Golf funding over established cultural festivals has sparked accusations of public power abuse, raising concerns ...

Former ANC spokesperson Zizi Kodwa unaware of NPA reinstating corruption charges

Manyane Manyane|Updated

The NPA has announced its intention to reinstate fraud and corruption charges against former Minister Zizi Kodwa, who claims he has yet to receive official communication ...

Patrice Motsepe 'just testing the waters' with his ANC presidency campaign

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Patrice Motsepe's campaign for the ANC presidency is gaining traction, despite his denials of ambitions to replace President Cyril Ramaphosa in 2027.

US launches probe into forced labour practices in 60 economies, including South Africa

Manyane Manyane|Updated

The US has launched a significant investigation into 60 economies, including South Africa, over allegations of forced labour in goods production.

Senzo Mchunu's U-turn: Suspended Police Minister looks to reverse his own step-aside decision

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu is contemplating a return to his ANC duties.

Former Gauteng Health CFO Lerato Madyo exits amid Tembisa Hospital corruption scandal

Manyane Manyane|Updated

The Gauteng Department of Health allegedly paid Lerato Madyo, the former CFO implicated in the R2 billion Tembisa Hospital looting, a settlement to exit the department. ...

Carrim's testimony exposes alleged money-laundering web involving Maumela and Matlala

Manyane Manyane and Rapula Moatshe|Updated

Testimony at the Madlanga Commission reveals a complex alleged money-laundering scheme involving tender tycoon Hangwani Maumela and alleged crime kingpin Vusimuzi ...

Testimony reveals alleged money-laundering scheme involving Carrim, Maumela, and Matlala

Manyane Manyane and Rapula Moatshe|Updated

Testimony at the Madlanga Commission reveals a complex money-laundering scheme involving tender tycoon Hangwani Maumela and alleged crime kingpin Vusimuzi Matlala, ...

Phala Phala report: Pressure mounts on Cachalia to make public IPID's findings on farm scandal

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia faces mounting pressure to make public the declassified Phala Phala report.

Deployment of SANDF reveals that 'criminal syndicates have taken over the criminal justice system'

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Experts warn that the recent deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) in Gauteng, Western Cape, and Eastern Cape is merely a tactical response ...

Declassified: IPID's full report into the Phala Phala farm scandal finally unsealed

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Cachalia, responding to a written question from the African Transformation Movement, revealed that the report status was lifted on February 2.

Attack against BEE Policy 'part of a global, politically driven trend'

Manyane Manyane|Updated

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition defends the BEE policy, asserting its success in promoting black economic participation amidst growing calls for ...

Eva Modika Stranded in Dubai Amid US–Israel Strikes on Iran; DIRCO Confirms SA Nationals Accounted For as Flights Cancelled ...

AFP and Manyane Manyane|Updated

The recent strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, confirmed by Iranian state media, reveal a complex web of US and Israeli military strategy. ...

'Hold Batohi accountable for Zuma-like walkout '

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Legal experts argued that Batohi, like Zuma, also left the ongoing inquiry without the chairman’s permission while still under an obligation to testify.

Concerns over Public Protector Gcaleka's recusal in salary investigation

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Political analysts express concerns over Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka's recusal from the investigation into Parliament Secretary Xolile George's salary increase. ...

Suspended police boss Senzo Mchunu says he 'barely knows' businessman Calvin Mathibeli

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Calvin Mathibeli faces scrutiny over his alleged connections with suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu.

Trump envoy arrives in Pretoria amid strained US-SA ties

Manyane Manyane|Updated

With the arrival of US Ambassador-designate Brent Bozell III, South Africa may face a new era of aggressive diplomatic relations.

Taxpayers pay the price for Ramaphosa's bloated cabinet, 8 years after he promised to cut costs

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Eight years after his promise to downsize the cabinet, President Cyril Ramaphosa faces mounting criticism from opposition parties and analysts.