Author: Larson Thebe
The Springbok have vowed not to underestimate their opponents, Japan, when the two nations clash in the November Internationals at Wembley Stadium in London on Saturday. The team said it’ll instead stick with its own game and standards displayed in previous clashes against some of the top ranked countries. Japan shocked the Springboks 34-32 during the pool stages of the 2015 Rugby World Cup in England, under the guidance of current coach, Eddie Jones. The caution was made by the team’s assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and captain Siya Kolisi, during a media briefing on Friday in London before the start…
Police said the search and seizure operations at the Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipalities offices in Mahikeng, are part of ongoing investigations at the said municipality. This after the SAPS National cold case investigators and Special Task Force members conducted a raid at the building, resulting in the closure of the building gates and staff barred from either entering nor leaving the premises. “It’s about allegations of ongoing investigations of corruption, fraud and maladministration in the Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality. This is just a first phase of many operations to come on addressing these allegations. The investigations are at…
Pretoria – A Mamelodi man accused of the cold-blooded murder of his girlfriend and her cousin has abandoned his bail application, keeping him in custody as investigations continue into the shocking double killing. Tebogo Mnisi (38) appeared briefly in the Mamelodi Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday. He faces multiple charges after the deadly shooting that took place in the early hours of Sunday morning in Mamelodi, east of Pretoria. Mnisi is accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend, Tshiamo Moramaga (22), and her cousin, Boleseng Moramaga (21). Police say he also allegedly attempted to murder their friend, Desmond Semang (27), who…
Police said they expect to make more arrests, following the discovery of R20 million worth of cocaine weighing about 80kg hidden at a small holding in Midrand. The discovery was made on Tuesday night, following a crime intelligence driven operation. “A multidisciplinary team led by Crime Intelligence Head Office inclusive of Gauteng Organised crime unit, SAPS JHB K9 and members of the Local Criminal Record Centre were following up on information of drugs that were being stored at a plot in Blue Hills, Midrand.” According to further investigation, the drugs were brought into South Africa from a neighbouring country and…
North West Health MEC Sello Lehari has committed the department’s support to address healthcare and strengthen service delivery challenges faced by traditional leaders in the province. This emerged during a meeting between Lehari and traditional leaders in Rustenburg, as part of the department’s ongoing stakeholder engagement programme aimed at building strong partnerships to improve healthcare access and quality. “The MEC assured the leaders that the department is ready to work together with them on health issues affecting their communities and committed to consulting them regularly on developments and challenges within health facilities located in their traditional areas. The MEC further…
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said he has confidence in the 36-man squad that he named for the Castle Lager Outgoing Tour in November, that will face Ireland, France, Italy, Wales, and Japan. The squad includes debutant Zachary Porthen, who is a former Junior Springbok prop and captain, and four who are back in the Bok set-up for the first time this season. It comprises 21 forwards and 15 backline players, while the standby list features seven forwards, three backs and one wing. “We are excited about the makeup of this squad. Most of the players in the group have been…
Over 185 motorists were arrested by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) officers for driving under the influence of alcohol across all regions of the city. According to the JMPD, these arrests took place across the city between 13 October and 19 October. “These arrests confirm a robust week of operations aimed at enhancing public safety and ensuring road traffic compliance, resulting in the apprehension of a significant number of offenders. The high visibility of officers and continuous roadblocks were instrumental in removing these dangerous drivers from the city’s roads,” said JMPD spokesperson, Superintendent Xolani Fihla. Fihla added that this operation…
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner, Edward Kieswetter, has reminded non-provincial taxpayers that they have until today to submit their annual Income-Tax returns, to avoid penalties. The commissioner said the service has made every effort to simplify and support the filing process, through enhanced digital platforms, auto assessment, and accessible helplines. Kieswetter has emphasised the legal obligation to file the returns on time, in full, and not to abdicate their tax obligations. “Failure to submit a return by the deadline is a serious offence, and non-compliance can lead to administrative penalties and interest charges. “As part of our strategic…
Sport, Arts, and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has instructed the South African Football Association (SAFA) to furnish him with a detailed report regarding the fielding of an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Lesotho. The administrative mistake led to Bafana Bafana being docked three points and fined more than R210 000. McKenzie’s unhappiness emerged in the apology letter he sent to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, where he apologised for the debacle describing it as a regrettable incident and vowing to act against those responsible for the incident. “On behalf of the South African government…
Speeding and faulty brakes have been cited as some of the major contributing factors that led to the horrific bus accident that killed 43 people on the N1 North in Limpopo on Sunday. This is according to a preliminary report which was released by the Transport Minister, Barbara Creecy. The report, which was conducted by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) revealed that the driver of the bus drove at a speed too high for the conditions down the mountain pass. “During the mechanical investigation, it was also established that the bus and trailer only had five out of the…