Author: Phathu Luvhengo
The EFF has proposed working with the ANC under certain conditions, such as not collaborating with its government of national unity partners, the DA and FF Plus. This proposal was discussed during a bilateral meeting between the EFF and ANC at the Inanda Country Club in Johannesburg regarding the constitution of South Africa’s 7th democratic administration. The main point of contention was power-sharing in the cabinet between the DA and ANC, the leading partners in the GNU. In a letter, EFF secretary-general Marshall Dlamini emphasized the party’s interest in collaborating with the ANC based on key principles, including total liberation…
In a recent statement, Gauteng police have called on social media users to refrain from spreading false information about gangs in the province. Police spokesperson Brig Brenda Muridili expressed concern over misleading social media posts inciting fear in communities affected by gang violence. Muridili clarified that despite recent claims of 13 gang-related deaths, there were only three reported murders in Westbury this week. She reassured that interventions were in place in gang-affected areas like Eldorado Park and Riverlea, with extra deployments and arrests of suspects like Morgan John “Big John”. The anti-gang unit has made significant progress, resulting in the…
Sipho “Smirnoff” Mhlanga, a notorious vehicle hijacker and smuggler, has been sentenced to 53 years in prison by the Mtubatuba magistrate’s court in KwaZulu-Natal. This comes after a national task team cracked down on cross-border criminality, leading to Mhlanga’s successful conviction. Mhlanga was part of a syndicate involved in smuggling hijacked and stolen vehicles from South Africa to Mozambique through various borders in KwaZulu-Natal. He faced 10 charges including murder, aggravated robbery, and kidnapping. His accomplice, Vusi Amos Malwane, was also sentenced to 55 years’ imprisonment earlier in June. The task team’s efforts have resulted in the arrests of 276…
A Limpopo man, George Marawidzi, 60, was recently sentenced to five years in prison or a R10,000 fine for the illegal possession of a pangolin in Phalaborwa, Limpopo. Marawidzi was apprehended last year following a tip-off about his intent to sell a pangolin in Hoedspruit. A joint operation involving the Hawks, CIC National Security, D-Dass, and Hoedspruit Farmawatch led to the discovery of the pangolin hidden in his vehicle boot. Despite failing to produce a permit for the endangered species, Marawidzi was released on bail of R5,000 before being convicted and sentenced. The success of this case highlights the commitment…
Former African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General Ace Magashule has been accused of being involved in a corrupt tender scheme that diverted funds meant for the removal of asbestos from the homes of the poorest residents in the Free State. The scheme allegedly benefited high-ranking government officials through kickbacks instead of effectively removing the hazardous material. Magashule and businessman Edwin Sodi of Blackhead Consulting are being accused of orchestrating a “rent-seeking” scheme that resulted in minimal work being done for a hefty sum of money. A total of 10 individuals, including Magashule, have been charged with fraud, corruption, money laundering, and…
Build One South Africa leader Mmusi Maimane reflects on the recent elections, highlighting the challenges posed by “ethnic mobilisation”. He attributes the success of Jacob Zuma’s MK Party to “Zulu nationalism”, emphasizing the need to restore the center in a polarized society. Maimane stresses the importance of building a multi-racial center and engaging communities across the country. He acknowledges the growth of support for his party and aims to enhance it further. On the other hand, ANC national chairperson Gwede Mantashe points out tribalism as a factor in the MK Party’s performance, specifically in KwaZulu-Natal. Mantashe dismisses tribalism as a…
Residents in Kya Sands Facing Multiple Challenges 29 May 2024 – 21:38 When one hears the name Kya Sands, images of a beachy paradise may come to mind. However, for the residents of the Kya Sand informal settlement, the reality is far from luxurious. Poverty, lack of basic amenities, and high levels of unemployment plague this community. In the heart of Kya Sands, residents grapple with challenges that range from water shortages and poor sanitation to rising crime rates and high levels of teenage pregnancies. Amidst these difficulties, the issue of unemployment looms largest, casting a shadow over the community’s…