Loyiso Sidimba

Multimedia Journalist, Politics

Matlala exposes Mchunu's alleged ANC funding scandal

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Vusimuzi Matlala' s explosive claims about funding suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu' s ANC ambitions raise serious questions amid a police investigation into ...

Uncovering the financial ties between Vusimuzi Matlala and Senzo Mchunu's campaign

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

An inquiry reveals how businessman Vusimuzi Matlala funded suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu' s ANC presidential ambitions, amid allegations of corruption and ...

AKA murder suspects among dozens who could escape justice: NPA's extradition crisis

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The National Prosecuting Authority raises concerns about the difficulties in prosecuting high-profile suspects based abroad, highlighting the implications of recent ...

Explosive Madlanga Commission testimony links top cops to 'Cat' Matlala, payments to Sibiya

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

A forensic investigator has testified that Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya received payments from businessman Vusimuzi ' Cat' Matlala, who is ...

Suspension of Intelligence Chief Imtiaz Fazel raises concerns amid investigation

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's suspension of Inspector-General of Intelligence Imtiaz Fazel raises serious questions about the integrity of South Africa's intelligence ...

Madlanga Commission focuses on witnesses supporting Mkhwanazi’s explosive testimony

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The Madlanga Commission prepares to hear crucial testimonies that could corroborate Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's shocking allegations of corruption within ...

Court rules against organisation in Ramaphosa theft case

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The Society of the Protection of Our Constitution's attempt to prosecute President Cyril Ramaphosa over the alleged theft of US$580,000 from his Phala Phala farm ...

NPA fights to uphold charges against Mashatile's bodyguards

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The National Prosecuting Authority is set to oppose the withdrawal of assault charges against Deputy President Paul Mashatile's bodyguards, who were previously acquitted ...

Traditional leaders withdraw support from Jacob Zuma's MKP amid rising tensions

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Traditional leaders and cultural groups across South Africa withdraw their support for Jacob Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe Party, citing disrespect and a lack of engagement, ...

Motorists warned about cloned number plates and traffic fines

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

With one in five number plates reportedly cloned in South Africa, motorists are urged to verify their traffic fines to avoid unexpected legal troubles.

Outrage erupts over U. S. deportation of violent criminals to eSwatini

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

eSwatini faces a crisis as the U. S. government sends five convicted criminals to the country, sparking outrage and concerns over legal and humanitarian implications. ...

Mbeki and Mabandla seek to intervene in R167 million apartheid damages case

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Former president Thabo Mbeki and ex-Justice Minister Brigitte Mabandla are set to intervene in a high-profile court case concerning R167 million in constitutional ...

Lt-Gen Sibiya's court bid exposes serious criminal charges against Mkhwanazi and other senior police

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Deputy national police commissioner Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya has filed an urgent court application revealing serious criminal charges against his boss ...

Tiffany Meek bail hearing: Police express safety concerns in murder case

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

During Tiffany Meek's bail application, Sergeant Nceba Diko raises alarming safety concerns, fearing for the accused mother’s life amid public outcry over the murder ...

Eskom faces R1 billion penalty in high-stakes Koeberg steam generator dispute

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Eskom faces a hefty payment of nearly R1 billion to French nuclear power company Framatome following a contractual dispute over steam generator replacements at Koeberg ...

Luxury vehicle threshold for ministers, premiers raised to R1.1m

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

South African ministers, their deputies, premiers and MECs can now acquire luxury vehicles valued at R1. 1 million, following a recent increase by the National Treasury. ...

Zuma and MKP challenge Ramaphosa's decisions in Constitutional Court over Mkhwanazi allegations

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Former president Jacob Zuma and the uMkhonto weSizwe Party have filed an urgent application in the Constitutional Court to challenge President Cyril Ramaphosa's ...

Finance minister to withhold grants from municipalities over unpaid billions

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced plans to withhold grants from 39 municipalities due to their failure to pay debts, including nearly R18 billion owed ...

Seven high-ranking South African police officers face suspension over corruption allegations

Loyiso Sidimba and Manyane Manyane|Published

Seven high-ranking police officers, including the head of crime intelligence, face potential suspension as Forensics for Justice pursues corruption allegations in ...

Internal turmoil in uMkhonto weSizwe Party following Shivambu's dismissal

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

After Floyd Shivambu's dismissal, the uMkhonto weSizwe Party is engulfed in allegations of mismanagement and internal strife, prompting urgent calls for accountability. ...

Corruption probe: SIU investigates Housing Development Agency projects

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The SIU's investigation into the Housing Development Agency reveals potential corruption and maladministration that could cost South Africa millions.

Transparency issues delay the appointment of new Electoral Commission of South Africa commissioners

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Due to concerns over limited publicity, the appointment of three new commissioners for the Electoral Commission of South Africa has been delayed, prompting Chief ...

Limpopo farm owner in R2bn drug lab case released on R50k bail

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

A 67-year-old Limpopo farm owner, arrested in connection with a R2 billion drug manufacturing laboratory, has been granted R50,000 bail after successfully appealing ...

Mango not closer to returning to the skies after licence cancellation

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Air Licensing Services Council cancels state-owned low-cost airline’s licenses and business rescue practitioner warns winding-down process could follow

UCT leads South Africa’s universities in global rankings despite criticism

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The University of Cape Town remains the top university in South Africa according to the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings, despite growing ...