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From left: Advocate Sesi Baloyi, SC, former Constitutional Court Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, and Sandile Khumalo, SC.
Madlanga Commission: Tempers flare as ex-manager told to back up claims of cops’ affair
- The Madlanga Commission resumed with Dr Imogen Mashazi, accused of shielding Julius Mkhwanazi, testifying and making counter-allegations.
- Mashazi accused EMPD chief Isaac Mapiyeye of sexual misconduct and having “angels” who received promotions for sexual favours, and claimed spokesperson Kelebogile Thepa was one of them.
- Mashazi faced scrutiny for not addressing the alleged systemic sexual misconduct during her tenure, claiming she needed formal complaints to act.
Judgment was reserved on former president Jacob Zuma’s bid to appeal an order forcing him to repay R28.9 million in state-funded legal fees.
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Judge reserves decision on Zuma’s R28.9m legal fees appeal
- Jacob Zuma is appealing a court order requiring him to repay R28.9 million in state-funded legal fees, arguing the original judgment misinterpreted previous rulings.
- The state argues that Zuma’s liability was clearly established in prior court orders and that his legal team is attempting to rehash old arguments.
- The court has reserved its decision on Zuma’s leave to appeal, and a written judgment will be delivered at a later date.
SAFM broadcaster Nonkululeko Mantula, and her four co-accused, Thulani Mazibuko, 24, Xolani Ntuli, 46, Siphamandla Chabalala, 23, and Sifiso Mabena, 21, made a brief appearance in the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court on Monday.
Hawks probe Russian army links as five face charges in recruitment scandal
- Five suspects, including a radio broadcaster, appeared in court on charges of recruiting South Africans to fight for Russia against Ukraine.
- The case has been postponed to 8 December for a formal bail application, with the possibility of the State changing its stance after preliminary investigations.
- Authorities are investigating potential links between the arrested individuals and other South Africans allegedly recruited by Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla for the conflict.
ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa has the backing of the ANCYL and Veterans League among murmurs that some want him to be removed as party president.
ANC leagues rally behind Ramaphosa as murmurs for his removal swell
- The ANC Youth League, Veterans League, and Women’s League have voiced strong support for President Cyril Ramaphosa amid speculation of internal efforts to unseat him at the upcoming national general council (NGC).
- The leagues condemned those allegedly plotting against Ramaphosa, with the Youth League daring detractors to openly declare their intentions and the Veterans League cautioning against undemocratic practices.
- The leagues reiterated that the NGC should focus on organisational renewal and not be used as a forum for leadership succession discussions, aligning with ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula’s stance.
SAA says it has completed the software updates needed, after two of its 14 A320 planes were affected by an Airbus recall.
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Airbus crisis: Two SAA planes get ‘fix’
- South African Airways (SAA) has completed software updates on two of its A320 planes affected by an Airbus recall due to potential solar radiation interference.
- The Airbus recall impacted thousands of A320 aircraft globally, leading to flight cancellations overseas.
- Domestic airline Lift confirmed its Airbus A320 fleet is compliant and continues to operate without disruption.
Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth was sent off for an eye-gouging incident during the Test against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday.
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Eye-gouging Etzebeth to learn his fate after red card against Wales
- Eben Etzebeth received a red card for eye-gouging during the Springboks’ match against Wales and will face a hearing on Tuesday.
- Etzebeth’s legal team will present a case, and the potential ban could affect his participation in upcoming Champions Cup and United Rugby Championship games with the Sharks.
- World Rugby’s regulations outline varying levels of sanctions for eye-gouging incidents, ranging from weeks to years, depending on the severity and intent.
Rapper Kanye West performs onstage during the "Vultures 1" playback concert during Rolling Loud 2024 the at Hollywood Park Grounds on 14 March 2024 in Inglewood.
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Ye’s Johannesburg concert postponed, set for expanded scale
- Ye’s Johannesburg concert, originally scheduled for 13 December 2025, has been postponed to a later date.
- The concert is being expanded into a larger Yeezy-led production, necessitating the postponement.
- Ticket holders will receive full refunds, and a new date, venue, and broadcast details will be announced later via Ye’s official channels.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI.
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