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Mpho Mafole, Kagiso Lerutla and Simnikiwe Mapini were auditors at Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality when they got shot.
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Slain Ekurhuleni auditors probed R4bn toilet, waste contracts; third one wounded
- Auditor Mpho Mafole was murdered while auditing R4 billion in municipal contracts in Ekurhuleni, following the murder of Simnikiwe Mapini and an attack on CFO Kagiso Lerutla.
- Mafole was investigating mobile chemical toilets and waste contracts, electricity and water vending contracts, and the refurbishment of the SAAME building, which had ballooned in cost.
- Auditors in Ekurhuleni face increasing violence and political pressure to suppress adverse findings, highlighting the risks of investigating corruption in the municipality.
President Cyril Ramaphosa with former president and MK Party leader Jacob Zuma.
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MKP vs Ramaphosa: Second round of court battles looms over appointment of police minister
- Jacob Zuma is threatening legal action against President Cyril Ramaphosa over the appointment of a new police minister and the establishment of an inquiry into criminal links within the police service.
- Zuma has sent a list of questions to Ramaphosa and called for his resignation, accusing him of violating his oath of office.
- This follows the Constitutional Court’s dismissal of the MK Party’s challenge to Mchunu’s leave, appointment of an acting police minister and the establishment of the commission of inquiry.
Ten officers from the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) were arrested on Monday for alleged corruption.
10 cops arrested for allegedly ransacking store in Edenvale
- Ten South African Police Service and Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department officers were arrested for alleged corruption.
- The officers are accused of stealing confiscated cigarettes, cash and other items.
- Independent Police Investigative Directorate investigators arrested the officers at the Edenvale police station.
International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola and Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau at a press briefing in Germiston on Monday.
SA making progress in pivoting to new markets, but can’t just open ‘floodgates’ to China, says Tau
- South Africa has made progress in opening new markets like China and Thailand, securing vital protocols for agricultural products.
- SA is continuing negotiations with the US to secure a more favourable trade deal, despite potential tariffs on local imports.
- While pursuing trade with China, SA is cautious about opening the “floodgates” and is carefully considering the implications for its own markets and industries.
DA MP Emma Powell.
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How Emma Powell rattled the DA and intelligence services
- DA MP Emma Powell resigned as spokesperson on international relations due to clashes with DA leader John Steenhuisen over foreign policy, particularly regarding Taiwan, Russia, and MTN’s operations in Iran.
- Powell’s activities and connections, especially her association with controversial figure Andre Pienaar, raised concerns for South African intelligence services and government departments, who believed she was projecting a negative image of South Africa internationally.
- Pienaar, a venture capitalist with ties to intelligence services, is accused of influencing the DA’s foreign policy and potentially damaging relations between South Africa and the US, though he denies these allegations.
Eben Etzebeth in training with the Springboks.
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Boks: Eben poised for giddy climb up ranks of global caps leaders
- Eben Etzebeth is on the verge of entering the top 10 list of most-capped rugby internationals and could potentially reach fifth place by the end of 2025.
- Etzebeth currently has 133 caps, placing him joint 11th globally, and his participation in the upcoming Rugby Championship will elevate him into the top 10.
- Depending on his game time and the performances of other players, Etzebeth could surpass several players on the list, potentially reaching as high as fifth place by the end of the year.
Rapper Don Toliver.
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‘Powerhouse lineup’: Don Toliver, Kwesta and Inkabi Zezwe set to headline DStv Delicious
- Don Toliver, Kwesta, and Inkabi Zezwe will headline the DStv Delicious Festival in Kyalami on 20–21 September.
- The Channel O Dance Stage will feature a lineup of South African electronic music artists, including Oscar Mbo, Kamo Mphela, DJ Tira, and Sandy Rivera.
- The festival promises a culture clash of local and international sounds, also providing a platform for emerging talent in SA hip hop.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI.
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