South African authorities executed a court-ordered search on businessman Brown Mogotsi during a Johannesburg meeting with his legal representatives on November 5, 2025. Police seized electronic equipment as part of an active fraud, corruption, and obstruction of justice investigation. Detectives also questioned Mogotsi that day regarding a separate attempted murder probe connected to a November 4 vehicle shooting in Vosloorus. Officials provided few specifics, citing ongoing inquiries.
Mogotsi survived the ambush unharmed, though his car suffered multiple bullet impacts. Authorities are analyzing the vehicle and reviewing witness accounts. Police warned Mogotsi might face penalties if the incident proves fabricated. The businessman...
A man connected to suspended police Deputy National Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya has rejected claims he operates as part of criminal networks after testimony exposed his past record. Stuart James Sharnick told reporters he was startled when Crime Intelligence head Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo displayed his driver's license and conviction history at the Madlanga Commission without acknowledging their prior working relationship. The two collaborated previously during investigations into Richards Bay killings, Sharnick said, questioning why the general omitted this background when presenting evidence.
Sharnick acknowledged 18 convictions but clarified they originated from one 2011-2012 case involving vehicle transactions without...
Mangaung Metro Municipality officials are working to transform unused city properties into economic catalysts, moving away from traditional concerns about asset sales. City Manager Sello More advocates for partnerships with private entities to develop dormant sites across tourism, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors. The metro generates 92 percent of revenue from residents facing widespread joblessness, creating pressure to diversify income sources.
More has emphasized that keeping properties vacant damages economic prospects, arguing that urban centers must leverage clustering benefits where businesses and workers generate efficiency gains. Key targets include Tempe airport, which hosts general aviation operations west of...
Free State's social development department completed its inaugural year under the seventh administration by implementing programs targeting poverty and family stability. MEC Mathabo Leeto guided initiatives focused on vulnerable populations while collaborating with agencies that include the South African Social Security Agency and Home Affairs.
Officials convened a strategic planning session on March 13 that emphasized household profiling efforts designed to gather information about family needs. The department intends to document 2,000 households per ward between April and February 2026. October brought Social Development Month activities centered around building resilient families through partnerships addressing hunger and community...
Russell Patrick Paul received bail totaling 10,000 rand after authorities charged the former interim chief executive with fraud linked to the South African Football Association. The 64-year-old surrendered voluntarily and faced magistrates at Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on Tuesday following months of investigation into alleged financial irregularities. Prosecutors claim he authorized payments without contracts during his administrative period between 2014 and 2018, contributing to losses reaching 1.3 million rand.
Paul joins four previously charged individuals connected to the scandal, which centers on unauthorized fund transfers for personal services. The association president, chief financial officer, a...
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia expressed disapproval of KwaZulu-Natal's top officer appearing before the media while dressed in tactical unit attire during July 2025. The professor told a parliamentary committee on Tuesday that Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's presentation and uniform selection showed disregard for proper channels within law enforcement. Cachalia described the event as troubling because it failed to honor organizational protocols when making serious accusations about misconduct.
The acting minister also criticized decisions surrounding the Political Killings Task Team, which was suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu disbanded it at year-end 2024. Cachalia said the timing made little sense given the...
The African National Congress characterized Neville Delport's party switch as expected and said his move validates efforts to reform the organization. Officials released their response on Tuesday after the former Western Cape provincial secretary joined the Democratic Alliance with three municipal representatives. Party communications described the departure as evidence that restructuring aims to eliminate members prioritizing personal advantage over collective principles.
Leadership accused Delport of promoting divisive positions based on racial classifications from the apartheid era. Their statement argued that his alignment with what they termed a conservative political group opposed to transformation betrays commitments to...
Orlando Pirates manager Abdeslam Ouaddou received recognition as Betway Premiership coach for September and October after leading his squad through those months without defeat. The announcement came on Tuesday and marks the first time the Moroccan tactician has earned the monthly honor since joining the club. His team collected maximum results during the evaluation period while maintaining fourth position with 19 points through nine matches.
The Buccaneers recorded 11 goals and allowed four under his guidance, demonstrating a balanced performance that keeps them three points behind league leaders. Ouaddou has implemented a pressing system and emphasized developing younger players since his arrival. Golden Arrows midfielder Siyanda...
A Chinese national convicted of possessing rhinoceros horns valued at $120,000 awaits a mandatory nine-year prison term after magistrate Ruth Moyo found him guilty following trial proceedings in Harare. Fuxi Wang initially denied charges but was convicted based on evidence presented by prosecutors. His sentencing hearing is scheduled for Thursday.
Authorities arrested Wang after detectives conducting surveillance operations observed him transferring a white package to an associate at an Alexandra Park residence gate during February. The associate drove away in a rented Nissan and met with a freight handler who received an additional $200 payment. Officers intercepted the vehicle and discovered sculptures containing concealed horn...
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