Rapula Moatshe

Metro Journalist

" I won't go to jail for something I did not do" - Julius Mkhwanazi

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Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Deputy Commissioner Julius Mkhwanazi denies allegations of wrongdoing during his testimony at the Madlanga Commission, asserting ...

Tshwane Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise faces fraud charges amid conflict of interest allegations

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The DA plans to file criminal fraud charges against Tshwane's Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise, following a forensic investigation revealing potential conflicts of interest ...

Tshwane mayor refutes DA claims about R1.6 billion back-pay liability

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Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya addresses the DA's alarming claims about a R1.6 billion back-pay liability, assuring residents that the city will not pass on costs through ...

Teda CEO calls for innovative solutions to address service delivery issues

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Dr Lardo Stander, CEO of the Tshwane Economic Development Fund, advocates for a transformative approach to municipal funding for innovation, highlighting the need ...

Tshwane U-turn: Residents win fight against controversial levy

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Tshwane has reversed its controversial R194 cleansing levy on properties using private waste collectors following a Gauteng High Court ruling. The city will credit ...

Tshwane SAPS arrest over 300 in weekend crime crackdown

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SAPS in Tshwane conducted extensive anti-crime operations over the weekend, leading to the arrest of over 300 suspects linked to serious crimes, including murder ...

Tshwane faces challenges in cemetery development due to illegal land occupation

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The City of Tshwane is grappling with illegal land occupation, which is obstructing the development of new cemeteries and the expansion of existing ones.

R10 million lost annually: Tshwane's fight against cable theft

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The City of Tshwane faces a R10 million annual loss due to cable theft and vandalism, prompting urgent action through enhanced security and community awareness campaigns. ...

Wonderboom Airshow 2025: Discover new aviation opportunities and breathtaking displays

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Join thousands of aviation enthusiasts at the Wonderboom Airshow & Avian Career Expo 2025 in Tshwane on November 14, featuring career opportunities, breathtaking ...

Public health alert: Tshwane's rivers unsafe for swimming and baptism

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The City of Tshwane has issued a health warning advising residents to avoid using local rivers for swimming and baptism due to high bacteria levels, following a ...

Tshwane's R4 billion revenue milestone at risk due to legal challenges

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Tshwane's historic R4 billion revenue milestone faces uncertainty as the DA warns of potential repercussions from a court ruling on the cleansing levy.

Tshwane chooses dialogue over appeal in salary increase ruling

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The City of Tshwane decides against appealing a significant ruling for a 3.5% salary increase for municipal workers, opting instead for constructive discussions ...

Tshwane mayor reassures residents over typhoid fever amid rising cases

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Tshwane's Acting Executive Mayor, Eugene Modise, reassures residents about water quality amidst rising typhoid fever cases, dismissing claims of a crisis and urging ...

Tshwane councillors and municipal workers in arrears: Lasca warns of potential boycott

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Lasca warns the City of Tshwane that residents may boycott municipal payments if councillors and staff continue to neglect their own accounts, highlighting a growing ...

Warning issued over Centurion's sinkhole threat amid budget shortfalls

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The Freedom Front Plus has raised alarms over the City of Tshwane's inadequate funding to address the escalating sinkhole crisis in Centurion, warning that without ...

Health officials urge vigilance amid rising typhoid fever cases in Tshwane

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Rising cases of typhoid fever in Hammanskraal and Bronkhorstspruit prompt health authorities in Tshwane to investigate the outbreak and urge residents to maintain ...

DA to challenge ruling on no-confidence motion against Tshwane's deputy mayor

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The Democratic Alliance is set to challenge the rejection of its no-confidence motion against Tshwane Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise, amid serious allegations of undisclosed ...

Tshwane's Emergency Services face challenges: Councillors push for better funding

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Tshwane councillors are calling for increased funding and resources for the Emergency Services Department following a year marked by over 100 disaster incidents, ...

Tshwane issues trading certificates after Marabastad market closure

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The City of Tshwane has issued trading certificates to Marabastad vendors, aiming to restore order and compliance while addressing concerns from civil groups and ...

Tshwane municipal workers face financial strain due to unpaid salary increases

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The South African Municipal Workers Union (Samwu) highlights the impact of unpaid salary increases on Tshwane' s municipal workforce, revealing a growing financial ...

Controversy erupts as Tshwane committee postpones critical meeting for political Imbizo

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The Tshwane Municipal Public Accounts Committee has faced criticism for cancelling a key meeting to discuss forensic investigations, opting instead for a councillors' ...

R777 million water tanker bill: Tshwane mayor responds to allegations

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Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya sets the record straight on the R777 million water tanker spending, challenging allegations of mismanagement and revealing the true financial ...

Kleinfontein community seeks clarity in legal battle with Tshwane

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The Kleinfontein community, embroiled in a legal dispute with the City of Tshwane over its township status, awaits a formal invitation to a crucial consultation ...

Tshwane Food Bank faces critical staff shortages in the fight against hunger

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Tshwane’s Food Bank is struggling to meet the urgent needs of vulnerable residents as staff shortages threaten its ability to provide essential food parcels.

New digital platform aims to reduce water losses in Tshwane

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Tshwane's new digital dashboard, developed in partnership with Vodacom and SWPN, aims to track water consumption and losses, enhancing transparency and accountability ...