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‘Today is the day’: Mogotsi’s messages to Matlala in the spotlight at Madlanga Commission
- The Madlanga Commission is investigating allegations of political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system, sparked by claims from Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.
- Mkhwanazi presented messages showing a North West businessman, Brown Mogotsi, knew about the disbandment of a police task team before it was public, suggesting a link to suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu.
- Mkhwanazi also accused Magistrate Vusimuzi Mahlangu of imposing bizarre bail conditions on Crime Intelligence officers to frustrate their investigations into a drug cartel.
ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Ramaphosa’s praising of DA-run municipalities echoes in Cabinet, rattling ANC unity
- President Ramaphosa’s praise of DA-run municipalities caused backlash within the ANC, with some calling for his resignation and internal divisions emerging.
- Ramaphosa clarified his remarks, emphasising the need for mutual learning between municipalities while highlighting the ANC’s transformative contributions.
- Efforts to manage the fallout included defending Ramaphosa’s comments and acknowledging the need for both compliance and transformation in governance.
Nafiz Modack was sentenced to 10 years behind bars on Friday.
Nafiz Modack gets 10-year sentence for corrupting Cape Town station commander
- Nafiz Modack was sentenced to 10 years in prison for corruption, with three years suspended, for paying a police commander to find missing cars.
- Modack’s lawyer argued the crime wasn’t serious as he only “offered” a gratuity, but the magistrate dismissed this for appeal.
- Modack intends to appeal the sentence but still faces charges in three other cases, including murder and fraud.
Sibusiso Zitha pleaded guilty to the murder of renowned “Pastry Princess” Thembekile Letlape at the Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg.
‘Pastry Princess’ killer Sibusiso Zitha gets 15-year prison sentence
- Sibusiso Zitha received a 15-year prison sentence for murdering celebrity chef Thembekile Letlape.
- Zitha pleaded guilty to repeatedly stabbing Letlape in front of his child on 30 May 2024.
- Judge Shanaaz Mia highlighted the increasing rate of femicide in South Africa when imposing the sentence.
Corne Jansen van Rensburg, left, and Erik du Preez.
Top SA audit firm sued for R173m over missing pension savings
- Trustees are suing auditors Forvis Mazars to recover hundreds of millions lost by N-e-FG pensioners due to misappropriated funds.
- The FSCA found N-e-FG directors guilty of fraud, creating fake investment statements and diverting funds to unregistered entities.
- The trustees argue Forvis Mazars was negligent in its auditing duties by failing to verify investments with asset managers, leading to significant losses.
Tata Harrier.
DRIVEN | Better than ever? Behind the wheel of Tata’s stylish new Curvv and Harrier SUVs
- Tata has re-entered the South African market with four models, including the Tiago, Punch, Curvv and Harrier.
- The Curvv and Harrier offer modern designs, well-equipped interiors and various safety features, with the Harrier boasting a five-star Global NCAP rating.
- Motus imports Tata Motors and will support the brand with an extensive after-sales and dealership network of over 40 dealers.
Springbok tighthead prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye will start for the Lions in the Currie Cup final against Griquas at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo Images
Currie Cup final teams: Horn to captain Lions as Ntlabakanye returns to front row
- Quan Horn will captain the Lions in the Currie Cup final against Griquas, replacing the injured PJ Botha.
- Asenathi Ntlabakanye returns to the Lions’ front row despite facing a hearing for a drug-related offence.
- The Lions and Griquas are set to face off in the Currie Cup final at Ellis Park, with both teams aiming to secure a victory.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI.
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