Speculation is mounting within the African National Congress (ANC) that former Police Minister and current National Executive Committee member Bheki Cele is being considered for a key leadership position in the party’s eThekwini region. According to internal party sources, Cele’s name has emerged as one of several candidates being evaluated for the role of regional convener. The announcement of the new leadership structure is expected this week from ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, who is set to unveil both the eThekwini…

Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi and City Manager Kagiso Lerutla have been granted R30,000 bail each by the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court. The pair, who face charges of fraud, corruption, and defeating the ends of justice, spent the long weekend behind bars after judgment in their bail application was reserved on Friday. Delivering his ruling, Magistrate Emmanuel Magampa stressed the seriousness of the charges, particularly in relation to Mkhwanazi’s role as a senior law enforcement official.…

Gauteng police have launched an investigation into a triple murder that occurred at a restaurant in Johannesburg’s city centre on Monday. According to authorities, three men between the ages of 30 and 45 were fatally shot by unidentified suspects. Police spokesperson Noxolo Kweza confirmed that the attackers, believed to be two individuals, were wearing masks during the incident. All three victims were declared dead at the scene. At this stage, no arrests have been made. Gauteng Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General…