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Murder-accused and alleged leader of the Big Five cartel Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala. (EFF/X)

‘Cat’ Matlala withdraws from plea deal as court declares agreement null and void

The National Prosecuting Authority's (NPA) attempt to secure a plea and sentencing agreement with Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala unravelled after the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court…

Malawian Police have warned against “trial by public opinion” in the case.

Outcry after names removed from petition in Abdul Aziz Panjwani killing case

A public petition demanding arrests in the killing of Abdul Aziz Panjwani has been altered to remove the names of alleged suspects, raising concerns about transparency as…

Minister of Electricity and Energy Kgosientso Ramokgopa

Kgosientsho Ramokgopa: Electricity and Energy

SCORE: B+ A remarkable milestone under Ramokgopa’s leadership is an impressive and sustained electricity supply record, with over 196 consecutive days without loadshedding for…

Ngcukaitobi grills Batohi on disciplinary action against South Gauteng prosecuting head Andrew Chauke

Ngcukaitobi accused the national director of public prosecutions of punishing Chauke for doing his job

Former National director of public prosecutions Shamila Batohi. Photo:   X

Six candidates shortlisted to lead NPA when Shamila Batohi’s term ends in January

Interviews for the shortlisted candidates will take place on 10 and 11 December, and the public is invited to submit comments on the nominees

Civil servants are meant to serve. If they don’t, civilians need to stand up for their rights.

Don’t vilify good cops in South Africa’s desperate fight against crime

Proactively intercepting violent criminals prevents the killing of the innocent

‘Extreme’ tactics and lockdown buy rhino more time

The Rockwood Conservation reserve boasts zero poaching incidents in six years and its breeding project is successful, but costly