The use of Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s abandoned plea deal statement at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has sparked a legal dispute, with his defence warning that the ruling allowing the document could undermine future plea negotiations with the state. Matlala’s legal representative, Annelene van den Heever, has indicated that the defence intends to challenge commission chairperson Mbuyiseli Madlanga’s decision permitting questions about the statement, which was prepared during negotiations with the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (Idac). The statement, which was…
The North West Department of Education has expressed confidence that the launch of the Life Skills HIV and AIDS Programme will strengthen efforts to address key health and social challenges affecting schools across the province. Funded through a conditional grant in line with the Division of Revenue Act (DORA), the programme aims to ensure that schools are equipped with adequate resources to promote safe, healthy, and supportive environments for teaching and learning. Chief Director Specialist of the Programme, Poppy Diale,…
Colleen Makhubele has formally resigned as a Member of Parliament representing the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP), signalling a significant shift in her political trajectory and raising questions about her next move. In a detailed resignation letter Newsnote has seen she addressed to party leader Jacob Zuma, Makhubele confirmed that her resignation will take effect on 28 February 2026. She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve in Parliament and for the confidence shown in her by the MK Party leadership.…
South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs has been rocked by findings of widespread corruption involving officials who allegedly facilitated the unlawful entry and naturalisation of foreign nationals. The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) released the findings during a joint media briefing, revealing that foreign nationals who benefited from fraudulent activities collectively earned about R181 million through employment and business activities over a 20-year period. According to SIU head Leonard Lekgetho, the investigation followed a whistleblower’s allegations that foreign nationals were fraudulently…