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Matlala pins blame on Mkhwanazi

Testifying before the commission of inquiry, alleged criminal kingpin Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala challenged KZN police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's version of their secret…

ANC secretary general Fikile Mbalula. (X)

Mbalula: Mchunu to stay in parliament, ANC committee despite suspension

The ANC secretary general said the party backs the inquiry established by President Cyril Ramaphosa into corruption claims against the police minister

Grave concern: President Cyril Ramaphosa (above) regards allegations against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu as requiring ‘the highest-priority attention’.

Ramaphosa puts Mchunu on leave of absence over police infiltration scandal

President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on leave following explosive allegations of criminal syndicates infiltrating law enforcement agencies

The Farlam commission of inquiry is investigating the deaths of 44 people during strike-related unrest at Lonmin platinum’s operations at Marikana. (Delwyn Verasamy, M&G)

The Marikana Massacre

The Marikana Massacre, which occurred on August 16, 2012, was a tragic and deeply unsettling event in South African history. In the town of Marikana, North West province,…

‘I want my life back and I will have justice’ – Sasol whistleblower

The department of forestry, fisheries and the environment has finalised its criminal investigation into the petrochemical company’s alleged industrial pollution of the Vaal River.

Frustration grows over possibility of local elections being postponed

IEC must stop stringing us along; they have already decided against elections, Party of Action tells inquiry

Adam Habib’s bullying antics go on abroad

His demeaning behaviour at Wits was publicly exposed – yet forgiven – in London

Impeachment inquiry against public protector initiated

The National Assembly has adopted a report finding prima facie evidence of misconduct by 275 votes as an ANC caucus revolt is contained

The supreme court of appeal is yet to rule on the appeal to the high court finding that his release on medical parole was unlawful and he should return to prison. (Michele Spatari/POOL/AFP)

Zuma foundation claims ex-president was prepared to testify, but Zondo played politics

Zuma’s namesake organisation twists facts and the law – he told Zondo he would answer questions but only in private to the deputy chief justice

Witness fumbles at Mbati’s parliament inquiry

The sole remaining witness flounders on the first day of the higher education portfolio committee investigation into SMU vice-chancellor Professor Peter Mbati

Chawla has been named as a crucial witness to appear before the committee, but although he became a naturalised South African citizen 17 years ago, the committee has had no luck finding him. (Gallo Images)

Parliament considers summoning Gupta lieutenant Ashu Chawla

Chawla is a citizen of South Africa, and the portfolio committee on home affairs wants him for questioning

Imported goods are subject to customs duties and a 15% VAT rate based on their value, which must be paid to Sars. (Oupa Nkosi)

Auditor General finds that Sars overstated compliance figures

Tax compliance refers to making payments to the revenue service in full and on time in line with relevant legislation

The report’s official handover was expected to take place later on Monday, after the Zondo commission said it would submit an electronic version to the president on Sunday evening. (Gallo)

Bosasa-linked firm to halt state capture inquiry security while Zondo probes deal

A litany of allegations over alleged corruption involving state departments has plagued Bosasa companies and directors for more than a decade

Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane released her report on the multimillion-rand Vrede Dairy Project — initiated by the Free State government in 2012 as part of its efforts to boost the province’s agricultural economy — in February last year. (Gallo)
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LIVESTREAM: DA presents case on why Mkhwebane should be removed from office

Public protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane is in the hot seat in Parliament as the Democratic Alliance presents its case on her fitness to hold office

The retailer’s stock is still down by over 95% from where it was before news of Markus Jooste’s resignation reached the market.

Parliament committee resolves to subpoena Markus Jooste

Parliament’s joint-committees have agreed to subpoena former Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste, after he declined an invitation to appear before them