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EMPD deputy police chief Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi takes the stand at the Madlanga Commission.
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Jittery Ekurhuleni top cop Julius Mkhwanazi takes the stand at Madlanga Commission
- Ekurhuleni top cop Julius Mkhwanazi testified at the Madlanga Commission, denying accusations of wrongdoing, including arranging illegal blue lights for Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala’s vehicles.
- Mkhwanazi claimed that Matlala’s vehicles were a donation to the EMPD and that his promotion to deputy police chief was legitimate, contradicting previous testimonies.
- He admitted to being at the scene where a suspect allegedly died after torture but denied involvement in disposing of the body, claiming he was there briefly to celebrate a “success”.
Katiso KT Molefe in the Alexandra Magistrate's Court.
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Bodyguards allegedly linked to Katiso Molefe arrested with guns outside court
- Two bodyguards, allegedly working for murder-accused Katiso “KT” Molefe, were arrested outside the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court.
- The bodyguards, aged 24 and 36, were found in possession of unlicensed AKM rifles and ammunition.
- The vehicle they were using was also seized due to mismatched licence plates.
AfriForum said it was considering a private prosecution after the NPA declined to charge Eastern Cape MEC Fundile Gade for falsely linking former Bergview College principal Jaco Pieterse to a child-rape case.
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AfriForum eyes private prosecution of Eastern Cape MEC over alleged false rape claims
- AfriForum is considering privately prosecuting Eastern Cape MEC Fundile Gade for allegedly falsely claiming former Bergview College principal Jaco Pieterse was a rape suspect.
- The NPA declined to prosecute Gade, citing insufficient evidence, after Pieterse opened a case against him for falsely accusing him of rape during a live TV interview.
- AfriForum views the NPA’s decision as irrational and plans to apply for a nolle prosequi certificate to proceed with a private prosecution.
Douwlene Griffin is trying to stay strong for daughters Duney and Roané.
Ermelo sisters survive nightmare crash that kills their father and grandmother
- Douwlene Griffin received a call at work informing her that her daughters, Roané, 4, and Duney, 12, had been in a serious car accident.
- The accident resulted in the deaths of their father, Tommie, and grandmother, Ella, while Roané sustained severe injuries and Duney had minor injuries.
- Roané is recovering in the hospital with multiple fractures and internal injuries, and a case of culpable homicide is being investigated by the police.
Anastacia Tshesane, chair of PwC’s Africa and SA governance boards, has been named as the professional services firm’s next SA CEO.
PwC names its next SA CEO
- PwC has appointed Anastacia Tshesane as its next South African CEO, effective 1 July 2026.
- Tshesane will succeed Shirley Machaba, who is retiring after serving as SA CEO since 2019.
- Tshesane currently chairs the PwC SA governing board and the PwC Africa governance board, positions she will pass on to Alsue du Preez.
Eben Etzebeth of South Africa clashes with Alex Mann of Wales.
Twist in Etzebeth eye-gouging case as hearing verdict delayed
- Eben Etzebeth’s disciplinary hearing regarding his red card against Wales was delayed due to the World Rugby panel needing more time to reach a consensus.
- Etzebeth faces a potential ban for making aggressive contact with the eye of Wales flanker Alex Mann, with sanctions varying based on the level of intent or recklessness.
- The panel requested an additional five days to finalise and deliver a written verdict, indicating differing opinions or the need for a watertight decision due to the high-profile nature of the case.
Anlia Etzebeth shared a heartfelt thank you to her mom, who has helped her through a long and taxing postpartum period.
‘Incredible privilege’: Anlia Etzebeth praises family support through postpartum journey
- Anlia Etzebeth, wife of rugby star Eben Etzebeth, shared her postpartum journey on social media, expressing gratitude to her mother for her support.
- Fans admired Anlia’s supportive family and were in awe of her stunning postpartum appearance.
- Anlia highlighted the importance of a strong support system during the postpartum period.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI.
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