MPs to vote on abolishing the 30% matric pass mark

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Members of parliament are set to vote on a pivotal motion that could end the controversial 30% matric pass mark.

Political shake-up: Lucky Montana leaves his position as MK Party MP

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Former CEO of Prasa and current MP Lucky Montana has officially resigned from the National Assembly, marking a pivotal moment for the MK Party and South African ...

Labour Court dismisses R10 million claim from brother of deceased employee

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A Cape Town man’s attempt to claim R10 million from a dealership for his late brother’s dismissal was dismissed by the Labour Court, following a series of legal ...

Cape Town man contests paternity despite two DNA tests confirming fatherhood

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The man challenged the DNA tests and argued that it was not proven beyond reasonable doubt that he was the biological father of the child.

Wildlife Forum opposes Willem Aucamp's appointment as Forestry Minister citing conflict of interest

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

The Wildlife Animal Protection Forum urged President Ramaphosa to reconsider Willem Aucamp's appointment as Minister of Forestry, citing potential conflicts of interest. ...

Cheating husband’s lover must repay R610,000, court rules

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A cheating husband who tried to hide R610,000 from his wife by giving it to his girlfriend has won an appeal, with the court ordering the girlfriend to repay the ...

Former Shoprite employee denied access to over R2 million pension fund after dismissal for theft

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

A former Shoprite Checkers employee is embroiled in a legal battle to claim over R2 million in pension funds after being dismissed for alleged misconduct.

Wife challenges antenuptial contract to claim share of husband's estate after unpaid work

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A divorcing woman in Mpumalanga has been granted permission by the High Court to amend her claim for a share of her husband' s estate, despite an antenuptial contract. ...

Police raid Brown Mogotsi's North West business premises amid corruption allegations

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

Police have raided the premises of businessman Brown Mogotsi in Mahikeng as part of a significant investigation into alleged corruption linked to the South African ...

Nafiz Modack sentenced to seven years for police bribery

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

Alleged underworld boss Nafiz Modack has been sentenced to seven years behind bars.

MPs Dianne Kohler Barnard and Fadiel Adams hit back at Mkhwanazi's serious misconduct accusations

Sinenhlanhla Masilela and Yasmine Jacobs|Updated

Dianne Kohler Barnard and Fadiel Adams respond strongly to KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's allegations of misconduct and misuse of classified ...

Mkhwanazi sues forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan for R5 million over defamation claims

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is suing forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan for R5 million over defamation claims.

A R1.2 million electric BMW nightmare: Western Cape man's ordeal with faulty wall box which damaged his new car

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

What happens when a R1. 2 million electric BMW turns into a nightmare? Discover Ronald Craig Smith's harrowing experience with a faulty wall box that left him questioning ...

Adulterous wife loses claim to ex-husband's pension fund after bearing two children out of wedlock

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A Limpopo High Court ruling denies a woman access to her ex-husband's pension fund due to her infidelity and the birth of two children outside of marriage.

No arrest warrant issued for General Fannie Masemola, confirms IDAC

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

IDAC refutes claims of an arrest warrant for National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola, addressing media speculation surrounding alleged misconduct related to ...

Capitec employee wins appeal against debarment over fraudulent transaction

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A Capitec Bank employee, Mhleli Glwala, successfully challenged his debarment after being accused of colluding in a fraudulent transaction. The tribunal ruled in ...

Western Cape High Court dismisses woman's claim for estranged husband's share of home sale

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The High Court dismissed a Cape Town woman's application to access her husband's share of home sale amid divorce.

Employee's dismissal upheld after refusal to work additional hour

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Lymon Sibusio Vilakazi's appeal against his dismissal for refusing to extend his work hours was rejected by the Labour Court, raising questions about employee rights ...

Eskom pension fund's allocation decision overturned after widow's appeal

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A woman successfully challenges the Eskom pension fund's decision to allocate her late husband's benefits to his girlfriend, revealing the complexities of family ...

Former NPA prosecutor charged with defrauding the state of R1.1m

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Luthando Nomandindi, a former prosecutor for the National Prosecuting Authority, faces serious charges after allegedly defrauding the state of over R1. 1 million ...

Judicial Commission of Inquiry gazetted by Ramaphosa after serious allegations from Mkhwanazi

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa has initiated a Judicial Commission of Inquiry to investigate serious allegations of corruption and misconduct within law enforcement, ...

Political reshuffle: Buti Manamela takes over as Minister of Higher Education

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

In a significant cabinet reshuffle, President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Buti Manamela as the new Minister of Higher Education, following the resignation of Dr ...

Impending travel disruptions as FlySafair pilots announce strike extension

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

With FlySafair pilots extending their strike action, the Solidarity union warns of significant travel disruptions in South Africa. Passengers are advised to stay ...

Fraudulent property lawyer loses bail appeal after swindling over R3 million

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A man charged with defrauding victims of over R3 million while posing as a conveyancer faces justice after losing his bail appeal in the South Gauteng High Court. ...

Grocery grab gone wrong: Cape Town officer dismissed after trying to steal a trolley full of groceries from Woolies

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A Cape Town police officer was dismissed from SAPS after a failed attempt to steal groceries from Woolworths, raising questions about trust within police.