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Former Free State Premier Ace Magashule speaks to his former PA Moroadi Cholota in the Bloemfontein High Court on 15 April 2025 in Bloemfontein.
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Asbestos tender trial postponed to 2026, frustrating Ace Magashule
- The asbestos tender case involving former Free State premier Ace Magashule has been postponed to 26 January 2026, frustrating Magashule.
- The postponement follows the State’s request to appeal the court’s ruling upholding Moroadi Cholota’s special plea regarding her extradition.
- Magashule expressed his dissatisfaction with the delay, questioning the State’s readiness and citing the likelihood of further postponements.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile and his wife, Humile.
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Land of the rising costs: R900 000 for accommodation for Mashatile, wife on R2.3m Japan trip
- Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s trip to Japan in March cost taxpayers R2.3 million, including over R900 000 for his and his wife’s lodgings.
- Mashatile’s lavish spending on international trips, including a previous R5 million trip to Ireland and the UK, is under scrutiny following revelations about his opulent lifestyle.
- ActionSA is questioning the high costs of executive travel, calculating that such expenses have already cost taxpayers over R184 million since July of last year.
The well-known motorsport executive appeared in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, and has been charged with rape, sexual assault and sexual grooming of a minor.
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Two young sisters in therapy after alleged sexual assault by motorsport executive
- Two young sisters allegedly sexually assaulted by a motorsport executive are undergoing psychological and medical assessments.
- The accused appeared in court on Wednesday, facing charges including rape, sexual assault and sexual grooming of a minor; the case was postponed to 13 August for further investigation.
- The parents of the girls expressed their concern for their children’s well-being and emphasised the importance of protecting children and listening to them when they speak up about abuse.
Floyd Shivambu was removed as MK Party secretary-general after internal criticism over his handling of the party’s administration and a controversial visit to fugitive pastor Shepherd Bushiri.
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‘Too aloof, too arrogant’: MKP prepares to name new SG after Shivambu’s reshuffle to Parly
- Floyd Shivambu has been removed as the MK Party’s secretary-general and will be redeployed to Parliament, reportedly due to “sloppy” administration and his aloofness.
- Phumlani Mfeka, a traditional leader and Jacob Zuma loyalist, is expected to be announced as the new secretary-general, having been personally lobbied by Zuma to join his party.
- Busisiwe Mkhwebane and Bongani Baloyi were considered for the position, but Mfeka’s influence with traditional leaders gave him more political weight within the party.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana arriving at the CTICC ahead of tabling Budget 3.0
Budget 3.0 on track: Bonds extend gains as finance committee backs fiscal framework
- South African lawmakers have backed the National Treasury’s fiscal framework, signalling the annual Budget is likely to be approved.
- The National Assembly’s finance committee approved the framework, which outlines economic policy, revenue projections and spending limits.
- South African bonds rallied following the news, with the benchmark government rand bond yield falling significantly.
Rachel Kolisi downgraded her usual luxury cars for a trusty Toyota.
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Rachel Kolisi’s switch from Benz to Yaris sparks debate on humility, divorce and marriage law
- Rachel Kolisi shared on Instagram about driving a borrowed Toyota Yaris instead of her Mercedes-Benz, sparking speculation about her financial situation post-separation from Siya Kolisi.
- A legal expert clarified that without details of their divorce or marital property regime, it’s unclear if Rachel’s car choice reflects financial challenges or a personal decision.
- South African divorce laws can lead to lifestyle adjustments for one spouse, depending on marital property arrangements, liability distribution or a spousal maintenance application.
AB de Villiers embraces Virat Kohli after the 2025 IPL final.
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WATCH | AB reunites with Kohli after IPL title win: ‘This is as much yours as it is ours’
- AB de Villiers joined Virat Kohli and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in celebrating their first Indian Premier League title after an 18-year wait.
- Kohli dedicated the victory to past RCB players like De Villiers, acknowledging his significant contributions to the franchise.
- De Villiers and Kohli shared an emotional embrace, with Kohli emphasising De Villiers’ lasting impact on the team and their close friendship, making the victory even more special.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI.
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