7 h. ago Mpumalanga man to appear in court for allegedly violating graves

The suspect was arrested at his home in Swalala after being found in possession of human bones.

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12 h. ago Mpofu to appear before LPC commission over alleged misconduct

Mpofu SC is facing seven charges relating to allegations of breaching the code.

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31 h. ago Convicted Italian cardinal says will not enter conclave to elect pope

Becciu was sentenced to 5-1/2 years in jail by a Vatican court in December 2023.

Politics

33 h. ago Suspects linked to rape, murder of NW woman to appear in court

Two suspects involved in the rape, kidnapping and killing of Motlalepule Kau appear in court.

Events

48 h. ago Shooting in Umbumbulu leaves 2 family members dead, one injured

It is alleged the family was parked on the side of the road when they were shot by gunmen.

Events

48 h. ago EFF hails court ruling suspending VAT hike as victory for the poor

EFF says VAT suspension by court protects poor South Africans and restores Parliament’s authority.

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58 h. ago MK Party distances itself from VAT debate, stands with majority view

The WC High Court has ruled to suspend the VAT hike that was to come into effect on May 1.

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69 h. ago High Court Nullifies Parliamentary Approval of VAT Hike, Siding with DA and EFF

National Treasury has been dealt another blow in the value-added tax (VAT) increase saga after the Western Cape High Court ordered that parliament’s adoption of the fiscal framework and VAT increase be set aside. The court made the order on Sunday in the Democratic Alliance (DA) and Economic Freedom Fighters’s(EFF) court challenge to have the… Read More »High Court Nullifies Parliamentary Approval of VAT Hike, Siding with DA and EFF The post High Court Nullifies Parliamentary Approval of VAT Hike, Siding with DA and EFF first appeared on iAfrica.

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69 h. ago Coal Pollution Crisis in Mpumalanga: Communities Demand Urgent Action and Just Transition

Communities in Phola and Carolina, Mpumalanga, are grappling with the severe consequences of coal mining pollution, particularly in the Highveld region, long plagued by environmental degradation and health issues. At the launch of a new report titled Systems Change for a Just Transition on 15 April, Ronesa Mtshweni from Amandla Community Development in Carolina highlighted… Read More »Coal Pollution Crisis in Mpumalanga: Communities Demand Urgent Action and Just Transition The post Coal Pollution Crisis in Mpumalanga: Communities Demand Urgent Action and Just Transition first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 d. ago Namibian President fires Minister Hengari over rape bribery scandal

Hengari was fired folowing the allegations that he bribed a rape victim not to report the case.

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3 d. ago Dignity was restored to South Africans in April 1994: Mantashe

Mantashe delivered the keynote address at the National Freedom Day celebration in Mpumalanga.

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3 d. ago Two men arrested for brutal murder of Mahikeng woman Motlalepule Kau

Police arrest two men after body of missing woman, Motlalepule Kau, found in shallow grave.

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3 d. ago DA, EFF intensify legal battle over VAT hike and 2025 budget

DA, EFF head to court to stop VAT increase and challenge the legality of the 2025 budget process.

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4 d. ago Mathale confirms officer’s resignation in Eldorado Park murder case

Minister Mathale confirms SAPS officer’s resignation after alleged girlfriend’s murder.

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4 d. ago Mchunu Offers Apology After Wrongfully Naming School Principal in Child Rape Case

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has expressed his willingness to formally apologise to the principal of a Matatiele school, who was incorrectly identified as a suspect in the alleged rape of a seven-year-old pupil. The school was thrust into the spotlight earlier this month after reports emerged of the disturbing incident. In a letter to lobby… Read More »Mchunu Offers Apology After Wrongfully Naming School Principal in Child Rape Case The post Mchunu Offers Apology After Wrongfully Naming School Principal in Child Rape Case first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago Calls for teacher suspension after sexual misconduct allegations

It's believed the teacher sent messages of a sexual nature to a 12-year-old girl

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5 d. ago DA demands action against principal over alleged corporal punishment

DA demands firm action over principal's alleged use of corporal punishment on learners.

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5 d. ago Court reserves judgment on Thales’ application to dismiss charges

The French company is charged alongside former president in the arms deal corruption trial

Events

5 d. ago Mankweng court postpones bail ruling for former teacher rape case

Mamabolo says the accused must prove exceptional circumstances for his release on bail

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6 d. ago Thales legal representative asks the state to drop arms deal charges

Barry Roux told the court Thales is unable to call any witnesses to gainsay the state's evidence

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