Author: Larson Thebe
Four men suspected of being recruited to join the Russian military were arrested at OR Tambo International Airport while attempting to travel to Russia via Dubai. The Hawks say the arrests followed a tip-off from SAPS at the airport, with the individuals intercepted at the boarding gate and handed over to the Crimes Against the State (CATS) unit. A preliminary investigation revealed that a South African woman had allegedly facilitated the recruitment and travel of the suspects. A further search and seizure operation led to the arrest of additional suspects and the seizure of electronic devices and backpacks for analysis.…
Springbok Sevens coach Philip Snyman said the team is eager to start the new HSBC SVNS season on a high note in Dubai, when it clashes with France in its first game on Saturday. Snyman said the mood has been high in the team since arriving in Dubai this week, as they’re ready to deliver another memorable Emirates Dubai 7s performance. The team’s confidence is boosted by featuring their sensational captain Impi Visser and the most experienced squad member, Ryan Oosthuizen. “I am very happy with our preparations. Our pre-season went well and in our training session with Great Britain…
The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) arrested four individuals late Tuesday evening. The suspects include a sitting Pretoria High Court judge, her son, the leader of a prominent church, and another unidentified individual, all facing charges of corruption and money laundering. This operation, led by the Hawks’ Serious Corruption Investigation team in collaboration with the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), has exposed an alleged scheme to tamper with a high-stakes civil case.The Allegations at the Heart of the CaseThe arrests stem from a protracted succession dispute within the International Pentecostal Holiness Church (IPHC), one of South Africa’s largest and most…
Springbok scrum coach Daan Human says the team remains unfazed by the absence of several key players ahead of Saturday’s penultimate European Tour fixture against Wales in Cardiff. This comes as a number of players have returned to their clubs, with the match falling outside the official international window. As a result, the Boks will be without Malcolm Marx, Thomas du Toit, Boan Venter, Lood de Jager, RG Snyman, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Grant Williams, Handré Pollard, Manie Libbok, Jesse Kriel, Cheslin Kolbe and Edwill van der Merwe. Human, however, views this as an opportunity for fringe players to step up.…
The Midvaal Local Municipality said it has embarked on an R8 million new construction project of new trading stalls aimed at empowering informal traders and restoring dignity to their daily operations. According to the municipality, which is located Situated within the Sedibeng District Municipality, the development will include the construction of 34 fully equipped trading stalls, an ablution facility, and an administrative office. Each stall features water and electricity access and can be securely locked after working hours to protect trader goods. According to Midvaal mayoral spokesperson Idah Satikhe, this initiative marks a significant milestone for informal trade in the…
The North West’s permanent delegates to the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) have expressed concern over the retention of an unoccupied and dilapidating Mayoral House in Mogwase for a decade by the Moses Kotane Local Municipality. This emerged during the oversight visit to various sites by the delegation at the municipality, The delegation, led by the Provincial Whip, Sylvia Sithole, highlighted pressing issues that included mismanagement of resources and infrastructure challenges as part of the NCOP’s flagship Provincial Week programme, “It is shocking that the municipality continues to retain a depreciating asset that serves no purpose and which adds no…
The African National Congress (ANC) has welcomed the voluntary decision by its National Executive Committee member and Member of Parliament, Malusi Gigaba to step aside from all party responsibilities. This after he appeared at the Palm Ridge Magistrates Court on Tuesday on fraud and corruption charges related to Transnet locomotives tender, during his tenure as Minister of Public Enterprises. The party applauded Gigaba’s decision, saying that it reflects the discipline, maturity, and revolutionary consciousness expected of cadres of our movement. “In keeping with the ANC Constitution and the resolutions of the 55th National Conference, comrade Gigaba has demonstrated respect for…
Dr Malusi Gigaba, the former minister of Public Enterprises, has found himself at the centre of a significant corruption case involving Transnet, as he was officially charged in the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crime Court. His latest legal troubles position him as the fifth accused in a case that raises serious allegations against prominent former executives of the state-owned logistics company. Gigaba’s court appearance comes after the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) summoned him two weeks prior, and he subsequently agreed to present himself. On this occasion, he appeared alongside an illustrious group of other accused: Anoj Singh, former Group…
World Rugby has officially launched the Nations Championship which will kick-off in July 2026. The new tournament will see the 12 biggest rugby playing nations collide with each other which will culminate in a new Finals Weekend, which will be hosted at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, London in November next year. The Nations Championship will feature all Six Nations Rugby teams representing the northern hemisphere (England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, Wales) and taking on the SANZAAR nations (Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa) plus two invitational teams (Japan and Fiji), competing on behalf of the southern hemisphere. “The Nations Championship…
The Department of Water and Sanitation has opened five sluice gates at the Vaal Dam at hourly intervals, following heavy rains in the area. According to the department, the gates were opened at intervals from 10:00 until 13:00, increasing the water outflows from 60 cubic metres per second (mᵌ/s) to 700 mᵌ/s. The department said it also increased the outflows of the Bloemhof Dam 120 to 250 mᵌ/s at 10:00, and to 400 mᵌ/s at 14:00. This, according to the department, is due to the rising water levels at both dams due to the ongoing rains in Gauteng and Mpumalanga…