Loyiso Sidimba

Multimedia Journalist, Politics

$110m lawsuit exposes Transnet's alleged negligence in MV Smart grounding incident

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Transnet National Ports Authority is embroiled in a US$110 million lawsuit following the grounding of the MV Smart at Richards Bay harbour in 2013, with claims of ...

Public Outcry: GEMS' shocking 9.8% medical aid hike ignites union fury and financial fears

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The Government Employees’ Medical Scheme has announced a controversial 9.8% increase in member contributions, prompting backlash from public servants and unions ...

Nelson Mandela Foundation acts against the unauthorised use of Mandela's name

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The Nelson Mandela Foundation initiates legal proceedings against the Mandela Discount Shop for misusing the iconic name, claiming it misleads consumers and tarnishes ...

National Treasury's plan to tackle late payments: Six provinces under scrutiny

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

National Treasury identifies six provinces responsible for the majority of late and unpaid supplier invoices, highlighting the urgent need for targeted interventions ...

DA takes on Ramaphosa's appointment of judge for ‘Lady R’ probe in Supreme Court of Appeal

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

DA set to challenge President Cyril Ramaphosa's appointment of retired Gauteng High Court Deputy Judge President Phineas Mojapelo to investigate the controversial ...

Investigation into murder of key witness in Ekurhuleni raises more questions than answers

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

This shocking murder raises troubling questions about safety and justice in South Africa. Read on to discover the details surrounding Marius van der Merwe's violent ...

Commission drama: Legal teams clash over scope of Mchunu's corruption defence

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Drama unfolded at the Madlanga Judicial Commission as Advocate Mahlape Sello SC objected to the re-examination of suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, raising ...

Senzo Mchunu presents 'evidence' of alleged crimes by Political Killings Task Team

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has provided the Madlanga Commission with evidence detailing alleged misconduct by the Political Killings Task Team, raising ...

SAPS inquiry reveals confusion over Political Killings Task Team disbandment

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Lieutenant-General Hilda Khosi Senthumule shares her shock over the disbandment of the Political Killings Task Team, exposing significant communication failures ...

New procurement directives from National Treasury aim to boost transparency

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The National Treasury has unveiled new procurement directives designed to significantly enhance transparency and accountability within government departments, aiming ...

No G20 leader will face arrest after Lamola extends diplomatic immunity privileges

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola has announced the granting of diplomatic immunity for the G20 Leaders' Summit and the fourth Sherpa meeting, set to ...

Inside South Africa's R131 million G20 summit budget

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Discover how the South African government has allocated millions of rands for its G20 presidency, detailing spending on venues, security, and promotional activities ...

South African workers lost R133 million in wages due to strikes in 2024

Loyiso Sidimba|Updated

South African workers faced a staggering loss of R133 million in wages due to 114 strike actions in 2024, with the public sector bearing the brunt of the impact. ...

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 ...