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Hawks bust alleged R1. 5 Million municipal property scam in Mbombela
1+ hour, 4+ min ago (284+ words) Updated June 2, 2026, 4: 20 p. m. | By Faith Modise Two City of Mbombela employees appeared before the Nelspruit Magistrate's Court on Tuesday, after being arrested by the Hawks for their alleged involvement in a scheme that unlawfully sold municipal properties worth more than R1. 5 million....
SIU uncovers widespread corruption in Free State bursary scheme
2+ hour, 46+ min ago (266+ words) Updated June 2, 2026, 2: 38 p. m. | By Mmangaliso Khumalo Acting SIU Head Leonard Lekgetho revealed the findings during a media briefing on Tuesday, outlining how the programme " intended to support disadvantaged students and address scarce skills shortages " was manipulated for personal benefit. "The Special…...
Mozambique says five citizens killed in S. Africa 'xenophobic attacks"
9+ hour, 19+ min ago (387+ words) Updated June 2, 2026, 8: 05 a. m. | By AFP Five Mozambicans were killed in "xenophobic attacks" in South Africa at the weekend, the Mozambican government said, in the first deaths officially linked to protests against illegal migrants sweeping the country. Around 800 Mozambican nationals were caught…...
Kruger centenary launch highlights conservation legacy, community inclusion, and future vision
23+ hour, 51+ min ago (679+ words) Updated June 1, 2026, 5: 33 p. m. | By Mmangaliso Khumalo South Africa's flagship conservation area, the Kruger National Park, officially marked the start of its centenary commemorations with a high-level gala event that reflected on its complex history while setting a clear vision for its…...
KNP marks 100 years, govt calls for global support and conservation efforts
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (838+ words) Updated June 1, 2026, 4: 18 p. m. | By Mmangaliso Khumalo South Africa's flagship conservation area, the Kruger National Park, has officially marked 100 years since its establishment, with a major centenary celebration held at Skukuza Rest Camp. The event was led by the Minister of Forestry,…...
Over 3 million FMD vaccine doses land in South Africa
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (371+ words) Updated June 1, 2026, 3: 13 p. m. | By Faith Modise The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has confirmed that more than 3 million vaccine doses have arrived in the country to help combat the Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak. The Department of Agriculture hosted a media briefing…...
Kruger tightens security with new patrol fleet
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (431+ words) Updated June 1, 2026, 12: 35 p. m. | By Mmangaliso Khumalo As the Kruger National Park marked the eve of its 100-year anniversary, authorities have moved to bolster security operations with the introduction of a new patrol fleet aimed at strengthening anti-poaching efforts. On Friday, four…...
Visa chaos grounds Bafana Bafana's World Cup departure
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (246+ words) Updated May 31, 2026, 3: 29 p. m. | By Faith Modise Bafana Bafana players have been forced to delay their departure to North America after visa complications stopped the squad from travelling as scheduled on Sunday morning. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by…...
Police and SANDF seize 800 live rounds in major Gauteng crackdown
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (173+ words) Updated May 31, 2026, 1: 23 p. m. | By Faith Modise The South African Police Service (SAPS) and the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) have confiscated more than 800 rounds of live ammunition during operations across the West Rand, Johannesburg, and Ekurhuleni. The intervention forms part…...
Mkhwanazi: Every institution must undergo "spring cleaning
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (763+ words) Updated May 30, 2026, 12: 34 p. m. | By Anastasi Mokgobu Kwa Zulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has dedicated his 2025 Newsmaker of the Year Award to the men and women of the South African Police Service (SAPS) Mkhwanazi received the accolade at the National Press…...