Ntombi Nkosi

Multimedia Journalist, IOL Politics

Crime Stats: Murder and robbery decrease but organised crime demands urgent action, say Senzo Mchunu

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Police Minister Senzo Mchunu revealed a 5. 1% decline in serious crimes in South Africa while addressing ongoing challenges in law enforcement and the fight against ...

Calls for Danny Jordaan to step down amid serious fraud investigations

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Danny Jordaan, President of the South African Football Association, faces serious fraud allegations amounting to R1. 3 million, prompting calls for his resignation ...

Serious allegations surface: Transnet's R30 million scandal and official suspension

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Transnet suspends a senior security official amid shocking allegations of a R30 million cash demand from service providers, prompting an independent investigation ...

Home Affairs minister launches corruption crackdown with 31 disciplinary actions

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Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber announces a decisive crackdown on corruption, resulting in 31 disciplinary cases against officials, showcasing a commitment ...

Officials seize R25 million cocaine shipment at OR Tambo

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The cocaine was found in an unaccompanied bag on a carousel for a flight from São Paulo.

Mchunu takes action against crooked cops

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Currently, police watchdog, the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID), is investigating several police officers who were caught on the wrong side of ...

Drug mule crisis: Paraguay national hospitalised after OR Tambo Airport arrest

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This arrest highlights the dangerous lengths drug traffickers go to and the heightened vigilance of South African authorities.

Gordhan was embodiment of greed, corruption and elitism, says EFF

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EFF said it noted Gordhan’s death, without pretence or sorrow.

Civic movement calls on Ramaphosa to declare a state of emergency on crime

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The Save South Africa Civic Movement has called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to declare a state of emergency on crime.

Learners kick off term 3 in icy cold weather

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Newly-appointed Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube is urging everyone involved to ensure that teaching and learning takes place without any disruptions.

IEC commissioner in dock on fraud charges

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The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC)’s deputy chairperson, commissioner Dr Nomsa Masuku, is still leading the organisation despite a black cloud of corruption ...

Ramaphosa should get off his high horse, says Niehaus

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The DA was rejected by about 80% of the voting population, yet it is approached to form the GNU.

Crime stats show that about 75 people are killed daily in SA

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Political parties, civil society and unions have expressed concern amid the crime stats report released by Police Minister Bheki Cele.

ANC forced to apologise for using judge’s image on election poster

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South Africans have criticised the ANC for being deliberate in using Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya’s picture on their election campaign poster that was posted ...

*NOT FOR SENSITIVE VIEWERS*: Manhunt for man captured on CCTV shooting and killing another man at a filling station

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In a video that has gone viral on various social media platforms, Nkosi is seen with a few other men, some believed to be his friends.

Horrific stabbing incidents leave South Africans shocked at brutality

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Two horrific stabbing incidents in the space of three days, carried out in Gauteng and the Western Cape, have sent shockwaves across the country.

John Block released on parole

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The Department of Correctional Services has confirmed the parole placement for former ANC Northern Cape leader John Block, effective from Friday.

Inside job? Robbers might have targeted Minister Chikunga, says Cele

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Police Minister Bheki Cele has not ruled out the possibility of an inside job after Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga and her VIP protectors were robbed while ...

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga promises increased security around 2023 matric exam papers, venues

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BASIC Education Minister Angie Motshekga has wished the Matric Class of 2023 well in their exams. Over 700,000 Grade 12 learners are writing their National Senior ...

South Africa makes it to top 10 dangerous countries in the world

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According to the report, South Africa has moved 12 spots higher – from number 19 in 2021 to 7th place in 2023 – based on the criminal index. The report further shows ...

State asks for postponement for further investigation in assault case against Mashatile’s VIP protectors

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The assault case against eight VIP protectors attached to Deputy President Paul Mashatile was postponed to November for further investigation after they made a brief ...

Magudumana to know fate in bail bid

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Dr Nandipha Magudumana is expected to receive the verdict on her bail application in the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court on Monday.

Prison officials in hot water for allowing Thabo Bester to wear luxury brand sweater

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The Correctional Services commissioner has confirmed that an undisclosed number of officials are in trouble for allowing convicted murderer and rapist Thabo Bester ...

Gordhan demands public apology from ANCYL leader Malatji

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Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan is demanding a public apology from ANCYL president Collen Malatji for his statement that if Gordhan is not stopped from ...

‘Jail evil kids for killing my son’

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The bereaved family of a 14-year-old learner is demanding justice amid allegations that a group of bullies forced him to drink rat poison.