Minister of Justice, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has condemned the fatal shooting of a lawyer in the Johannesburg CBD. The victim, linked to Sibanye-Stillwater, was killed near the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration offices while reportedly handling a labour dispute. Police are investigating, and no arrests have been made. Kubayi said violence undermines the rule of […]
Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, has expressed shock after two learners were fatally stabbed in separate incidents in Johannesburg and Ennerdale. A Grade 8 learner from Forest High School died after being attacked at a nearby park, while a Grade 12 learner from Daleview Secondary School was killed while walking home. Police are investigating […]
In other news…The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa, or Numsa, is calling for the arrest of the eKapa Mine CEO. This comes after five mineworkers’ bodies were recovered following a month-long rescue operation caused by a deadly mudslide. The union says the CEO should face criminal charges for failing to pay over twelve […]
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in KwaZulu-Natal has linked firearms belonging to businessman Calvin Mathibeli’s security company to the volatile Inanda area, following a compliance investigation in Durban. Police have confirmed that 11 firearms from the company are currently in their custody at the Inanda Police Station. However, authorities say the exact reasons behind […]
City of Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya says no municipal official implicated in corruption will receive special treatment or protection, stressing that accountability will be strictly enforced. Moya has placed ActionSA councillor and MMC for Corporate and Shared Services Kholofelo Morodi on special leave with immediate effect. The move follows allegations linked to proceedings at the […]
The Gangsterism and Social Dysfunction seminar at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) highlighted that police alone cannot effectively address the growing sub-culture of gangs and the evolution of gangsterism in South Africa. The seminar brought together key stakeholders from civil society, government, law enforcement, and local communities to examine the roots, consequences, and […]
National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola has returned to the Ad Hoc Committee to address concerns regarding alleged infiltration of criminals into the national security complex. His appearance comes as lawmakers seek clarity on security lapses and the measures the police are taking to safeguard sensitive operations. Last year, Masemola testified on the disbandment of the […]
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Orange Farms is investigating two separate murder incidents that took place in Drieziek Extension 3 and Drieziek Extension 4, according to a media statement issued by SAPS spokesperson Sergeant Shaan Motsapi on behalf of Station Commander Brigadier Mashole Manamela. The first incident occurred on Sunday, 31 August 2025, […]
SHARPEVILLE, GAUTENG – Operation Shanela/Basadi, which was conducted concurrently at the Sharpeville and Boipatong SAPS policing precincts on August 23, 2025, has been successfully concluded, according to the South African Police Service (SAPS). The goal of the operation, which was coordinated by several law enforcement organisations and led by Brigadier Ndaba, was to stamp the […]
JOHANNESBURG – Controversial businessman Katiso “KT” Molefe has been denied bail by the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court. Molefe will be back in court on 18 September 2025. READ THE ORIGINAL ARTICLE ON ENCA