Simon Majadibodu

Junior Multimedia Journalist

Ramaphosa ‘concerned’ as SACP eyes 2026 polls, but Mapaila is fed up of ANC’s empty promises

Simon Majadibodu|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the ANC is seriously concerned about the SACP’s decision to contest the 2026 local government elections independently, a day after ...

Lamola slams opposition parties as US slaps 30% tariffs on South African imports

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Ronald Lamola, Minister of International Relations, has taken aim at opposition parties for failing to stand together as the US hits South Africa with a harsh 30% ...

Watch VideoPolice confirm the same AK-47 used for DJ Sumbody and DJ Vintos murders

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Police have linked the same AK-47 used in the high-profile murder of South African musician DJ Sumbody to three additional killings, including those of DJ Vintos ...

Watch VideoMkhwanazi’s claims trigger R147. 9 million probe into SAPS political meddling

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The Department of Justice has confirmed a R147. 9 million budget for the six-month inquiry into allegations of political interference and corruption within SAPS. ...

Emma Powell resigns as the DA's international relations spokesperson

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Democratic Alliance MP Emma Powell has stepped down as the party’s international relations spokesperson following allegations of spreading anti-government disinformation ...

Mystery deepens over Kenny Kunene’s 'journalist' visit to DJ Sumbody murder suspect’s home

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Questions continue to mount about whether the so-called “young journalist” who accompanied Patriotic Alliance (PA) deputy president Kenny Kunene to interview Sandton ...

Watch VideoKunene's claims about KT Molefe are pure lies, says Malema

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema says Patriotic Alliance (PA) deputy leader Kenny Kunene's journalist story is a “pure a lie,” including his ...

Minister Gayton McKenzie insists Kenny Kunene was 'set up’ in DJ Sumbody murder case link

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Gayton McKenzie, a former convict turned politician, has come out in defense of his longtime ally Kenny Kunene after Kunene was found at the home of DJ Sumbody’s ...

Nobuhle Nkabane dismissal: Parliament confirms no independent panel existed for SETA board appointments

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education has uncovered that no formal panel was involved in appointing SETA board chairpersons, raising serious questions about ...

Julius Malema calls MK Party leader Jacob Zuma a ‘sellout’ over his visit to Morocco

Simon Majadibodu|Published

EFF leader Julius Malema has slammed former President Jacob Zuma’s recent visit to Morocco, calling him a “sellout” over what he describes as a betrayal of the people ...

Ramokgopa: Electricity is becoming a luxury many South Africans can’t afford

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says electricity in South Africa has become unaffordable for many, warning that rising tariffs are forcing ...

Embattled Police Minister Mchunu says he is ready to tell his side on corruption allegations

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Embattled Police Minister Senzo Mchunu says he is ready to face the Judicial Commission and tell the truth behind the allegations of political interference and protecting ...

Ramaphosa says he wants the GNU to work in order to fix SA’s challenges, despite internal disputes

Simon Majadibodu|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa reaffirmed his commitment to the Government of National Unity (GNU), addressing the pressing challenges facing South Africa, despite the ...

Sisulu Foundation slams Ntshavheni’s ‘coup’ remarks as ‘deeply irresponsible and dangerous’

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The Walter & Albertina Sisulu Foundation criticised Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni for her recent comments that South Africa’s security services ...

Incoming Police Minister Cachalia to address 'highly unusual' explosive allegations with Mkhwanazi

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Incoming Police Minister Cachalia plans to meet KZN police commissioner Mkhwanazi to discuss serious allegations of political interference and criminal protection ...

‘I don’t know him, let him rot in jail,’ Malema breaks silence on Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala scandal

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has dismissed claims linking him or his wife to controversial businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, calling the ...

Watch VideoSenzo Mchunu's ‘paid political holiday’ slammed as Ramaphosa urged to fire minister

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Legal and political experts say President Cyril Ramaphosa is prioritising ANC loyalties over justice, after allowing Minister Senzo Mchunu to remain in Parliament ...

‘Dependable, reliable and an excellent deputy’: Ramaphosa pays tribute to David Mabuza

Simon Majadibodu|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa paid tribute to David Mabuza, reflecting on his unwavering dedication to the people of South Africa and his legacy as a unifying leader. ...

Watch VideoNational Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza says no to debate on Lt-Gen Mkhwanazi's bombshell claims

Simon Majadibodu|Published

National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza has declined to hold a debate on explosive claims by KZN Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.

Hawks launch investigation into Minister Nkabane over fraud, lying to Parliament

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The Hawks have launched a criminal investigation into Higher Education Minister Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane following serious allegations from the Democratic Alliance regarding ...

Watch VideoRamaphosa calls KZN Police Commissioner Mkhwanazi allegations a ‘grave national security concern’

Simon Majadibodu|Published

President Ramaphosa addresses serious allegations made by Police Commissioner Mkhwanazi against Minister Mchunu, highlighting national security concerns.

Steenhuisen condemns Ramaphosa's dismissal of Whitfield amid corruption allegations

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen is furious after Presidential Cyril Ramaphosa fires Whitfield, while ignoring ministers linked to VBS, SETA sagas ...

'Do you need dialogue to see our roads are in shambles?': Mashaba slams national dialogue

Simon Majadibodu|Published

ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba has strongly criticised the government’s R700 million National Dialogue, calling it an expensive talk shop disconnected from South ...

MK Party's Ndhlela threatens legal actions as Shivambu accuses him of drug use and lying to Zuma

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Former MK Party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu has unleashed a scathing attack on party MP Nhlamulo Ndhlela and Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, calling them incompetent ...

SAPS Shake-Up: Mchunu announces major police reforms, new trainee intake

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has acknowledged that crime in South Africa remains unacceptably high, despite a drop in recent statistics