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A new complaint has been filed against Dr Pieter Henning of Keystone Radiology by a nurse accusing him of being responsible for the death of a patient.
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Drug claim, gun charge – now Stellies TV doctor accused of causing patient’s death
- A radiologist, Dr. Pieter Henning, already facing a criminal charge and HPCSA inquiry for alleged opioid abuse, is now accused of causing a patient’s death due to a negligently performed pleural drain procedure.
- An ICU nurse’s complaint alleges Henning violently inserted a pleural drain, leading to catastrophic internal bleeding and the patient’s death at MooiMed Private Hospital in Potchefstroom.
- The HPCSA has confirmed it is aware of the new complaint and is preparing for a hearing into allegations of Henning’s impairment, while the hospital has not responded to questions about an internal investigation.
KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head Lesetja Senona to face expedited criminal investigation after President Cyril Ramaphosa accepted the Madlanga Commission’s interim recommendations.
Senona among 5 cops to face charges as Ramaphosa acts on Madlanga’s interim report
- President Ramaphosa has accepted the Madlanga commission’s interim report, which recommends criminal investigations into several individuals.
- Five police officers, including KZN Hawks boss Major General Lesetja Senona, and nine Ekurhuleni Metro officials will be investigated for crimes like corruption, fraud, murder, and perjury.
- A special investigations task team will be assembled to expedite the investigations and restore public trust in law enforcement.
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula said minority parties in the City of Johannesburg are ganging up on a coalition partner by demanding that the mayor resign.
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ANC’s Mbalula slams coalition ‘gang-up’ as Joburg mayor faces no-confidence motion
- ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula criticised minority parties in Johannesburg for pushing a no-confidence motion against Mayor Dada Morero.
- Mbalula emphasised that the ANC caucus should align with the party’s stance and not support the motion, adhering to coalition protocols.
- He urged that any issues with the mayor should be raised through proper ANC structures rather than through motions of no confidence.
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has confirmed the City will push ahead with plans to build a safety wall along the N2 near Cape Town International Airport to curb crime and improve road safety.
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Cape Town presses on with R114m N2 safety wall amid smash-and-grab crisis
- Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis confirmed the City will build a safety wall (costing an estimated R114 million) along the N2 near Cape Town International Airport to curb crime and improve road safety.
- The project aims to protect motorists and residents in surrounding communities, with plans including new pedestrian crossings, improved lighting, access control, and landscaping.
- Hill-Lewis stated the City will proceed with the project regardless of approval from the South African National Roads Agency (Sanral), citing the need to act where state institutions fail.
The SA Reserve Bank’s first interest rate decision for 2026 came in the midst of rand strength and moderate inflation.
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Reserve Bank stalls on interest rate – but two cuts still expected for 2026
- The SA Reserve Bank has kept interest rates unchanged, though two members of the MPC favoured a cut.
- The bank’s model forecasts two rate cuts in 2026 and one in 2027, with inflation expected to cool.
- Risks to food prices, particularly meat, due to foot-and-mouth disease, and electricity prices are being monitored.
Senegal coach Pape Thiaw.
Afcon final chaos: Senegal coach cops five-match ban
- Senegal coach Pape Thiaw received a five-match ban from CAF for “unsporting conduct” during the Afcon final against Morocco.
- Senegal and Morocco were fined $615 000 and $315 000 respectively for various offences during the chaotic final.
- The bans for Thiaw and four players apply only to CAF matches and will not impact their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The new Volkswagen Tayron, a Car of the Year finalist.
These are the 2026 SA Car of the Year finalists...
- The 2026 South African Car of the Year finalists have been announced, featuring 18 vehicles from various segments.
- This year’s competition marks its 40th anniversary and includes a significant presence of Chinese brands, comprising one-third of the finalists.
- The finalists will undergo rigorous testing at Zwartkops Raceway, with the winners to be revealed at a gala event in Johannesburg in May 2026.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI.
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