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CCTV footage captured Ekurhuleni Metro Police Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi at the scene of an alleged copper cable theft, and the man who secured the footage was later murdered, the Madlanga Commission heard on Monday.
Facebook/Julius Mkhwanazi
CCTV shows Matlala’s ‘blue light’ brigadier at scene of alleged copper theft by EMPD
- Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala, implicated in Tembisa Hospital looting, secured a R360-million health services tender with the SA Police Service.
- A former EMPD officer testified that Brigadier Julius Mkhwananzi, who made unlawful agreements with Matlala’s companies, was involved in cleaning up a murder scene and an alleged copper theft.
- An informant who provided footage of the alleged copper theft was murdered shortly after implicated officers were granted bail, raising suspicions of a hit.
Controversial tenderpreneur Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala.
MPs willing to go to Kgosi Mampuru prison to get ‘Cat’ Matlala’s testimony
- MPs are considering travelling to Kgosi Mampuru prison to hear evidence from Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala regarding police corruption allegations.
- Matlala offered to testify before the ad-hoc committee to clear his name.
- The committee chairperson suggested the move to reduce travel for witnesses from other provinces.
President Cyril Ramaphosa took a commercial flight to his working visit to the Holy See in Rome, Italy, on Friday.
Presidential jet woes: Ramaphosa queues with public in London as Inkwazi undergoes service
- President Cyril Ramaphosa was seen queuing for a commercial British Airways flight in London after the presidential jet, Inkwazi, was unavailable due to routine service.
- The flight was cancelled, but the Presidency stated this would not impact his commitments, emphasising it’s not unusual for him to travel commercially.
- Inkwazi has faced previous issues, including being grounded by the Civil Aviation Authority and a cracked windshield, leading to Ramaphosa using commercial flights.
164 WhatsApp groups linked to July 2021 unrest; Zuma-Sambudla not a member, court hears
- Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla pleaded not guilty to charges of terrorism and incitement related to the July 2021 unrest.
- Investigators identified 164 WhatsApp groups used to coordinate the violence, but Zuma-Sambudla was not a member of any of them.
- The State argues Zuma-Sambudla’s Twitter account was used to motivate followers, while her lawyer insists posts were misinterpreted.
Nkosana Makate and Vodacom have settled after 18 years of litigation.
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‘Please Call Me’ inventor faces new fight as offshore firm wants 40% of his payout
- A British Virgin Islands company, Black Rock Mining, is claiming 40% of Nkosana Makate’s “Please Call Me” payout from Vodacom, citing a 2011 funding agreement.
- Makate’s lawyers assert the contract with Black Rock Mining was rescinded long ago, rendering their claim invalid.
- Black Rock Mining’s lawyers are threatening court action if their demand for 40% of the payout is not met, while Vodacom has declined to comment.
Springbok tighthead prop Wilco Louw had a solid outing against France.
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Inward-looking Louw, Boks channelled hostile Stade de France to settle ‘Le Grudge’
- Wilco Louw said the Springboks focused inward and embraced the hostile atmosphere to beat France in Paris.
- Louw credited the team’s defensive effort after a red card and their strong second-half performance, especially in the mauls.
- He also praised Rassie Erasmus and Siya Kolisi for their leadership and contributions to the team and nation.
2026 Toyota Hilux.
The covers are officially off! Toyota unveils SA-bound all-new, ninth-generation Hilux
- Toyota has unveiled the all-new ninth-generation Hilux, offering fully electric, hybrid, petrol, and diesel drivetrains.
- The new Hilux features a Land Cruiser-inspired exterior and a modern interior with advanced technology and safety features.
- A fully electric Hilux model will be available for the first time, with a 59.2kWh battery and a range of approximately 240km.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI.
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