ActionSA President Herman Mashaba has issued a strongly worded statement declaring that his party will not be dictated to by other political parties, commentators or supporters of rival organisations. In a statement issued on Saturday, Mashaba said political disagreements must be distinguished from outright disrespect. He added that he had reached a point where he would no longer remain silent while people attempted to “bully, undermine and dictate” to him and the organisation he leads. His remarks come amid growing…
Suspended deputy national police commissioner Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya has accused the South African Police Service (SAPS) of abusing its power following a raid at his Centurion home, during which electronic devices were seized. Speaking to the media afterward, Sibiya said the operation formed part of a broader effort to force him out of the police service, claiming his rights were being violated. “I’ve been expecting it for a year. Remember General Mkhwanazi said yesterday that my arrest was imminent,…
Heavily armed police officers, including those from the esteemed National Intervention Unit, executed a search-and-seizure operation at the Centurion residence of suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya on Thursday afternoon. The operation has raised eyebrows, with initial reports suggesting it was intended for an arrest; however, officials later confirmed it solely involved searching for evidence linked to ongoing corruption allegations against Sibiya. According to police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, no arrests have been made as of yet. “As…
The South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) has committed to working with the e-hailing companies, such as Bolt, Teksi Ride, and Shuma Ride. These emerged during a meeting between the council along with its affiliate body, the South African Meter Taxi and E-Hailing Association (SAMTEA), and e-hailing companies. The council is optimistic that this cooperation is a start of important work to ensure that the taxi industry and e-hailing platforms operate in harmony and with mutual respect. The agreement follows…