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PRETORIA - The  Deputy National Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya has been reportedly placed on leave of absence amid allegations levelled against him by KZN police chief Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.  It is understood that the instruction came directly from National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola. This development comes just two days after Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu, also implicated in corruption and political killings, was given leave of absence by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday. Ramaphosa has established a Commission of Inquiry to investigate the claims made by Mkhwanazi. Meanwhile, the KZN Commissioner has received widespread support from civil organisations and private security companies and have marched for his protection. This is a developing story.

LIMPOPO - In 2022, when all hope was lost by many due to the effects of COVID-19, deep house sensation Senior Oat uplifted the masses with his soothing hit All in You . Featuring the talented, Kemy Chienda, the song became a hit across board. However, this producer from Limpopo enjoyed little success from the song due to the rapid rise of a new genre that was taking the music world by storm. Amapiano vanguarded by the likes of Kabza de Small and DJ Maphorisa, left little room for other genres to breathe - suffocating the rise of Senior Oats and the likes. Frustrated by the lack of gigs and mounting personal bills, the DJ took to his socials to plead with promoters and club owners for gigs. "Hey guys, I wanna share something real. My heart has been heavy lately. I’m going through a tough time financially, I’m behind on bills and it’s really bad. "Finding gigs lately has been really difficult, and it’s made things even harder," he said "I’m not asking for...

CAPE TOWN - The Cape of Good Hope SPCA Wildlife Inspectors have launched an urgent investigation into a horrific case of animal cruelty involving a Chacma Baboon that was slaughtered – allegedly for consumption. Disturbing video footage of the incident has been circulating on social media, showing the brutal killing of an adult baboon. The footage was brought to our attention yesterday, and our team immediately jumped into action. SPCA Inspectors visited Ocean View, where the incident is believed to have occurred.  "We are working closely with the City of Cape Town Law Enforcement and have requested assistance from their Safety and Security Investigation Unit (SSIU) to support our investigation.   "We are offering a R5000 reward for any information that leads to a successful conviction. Please help us bring justice for this baboon. "If you have any information, no matter how small, contact our 24/7 Inspectorate Control Room at 021 700 4158 or send a confident...

PRETORIA - On behalf of the Government and people of South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa has offered his deep condolences to the Government and nation of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, following the passing of Former President Muhammadu Buhari. President Ramaphosa’s thoughts are primarily with the family of Former President Buhari who has passed away at the age of 82. President Ramaphosa offers his deep condolences to the family, friends, former colleagues and associates of the late President Buhari, who led the Federal Republic of Nigeria from 2015 to 2018. President Ramaphosa said: “As South Africa, we stand with the nation of Nigeria in your mourning. “President Buhari led Nigeria as a patriot and a champion not only of the best attributes of his nation during his leadership, but of the future that awaited his great country. “I had the privilege of working closely with President Buhari on building relations between our country and sharing numerous reciprocal visits...

CAPE TOWN - "In order for the Commission to execute its functions effectively, I have decided to put the Minister of Police Mr Senzo Mchunu on a leave of absence with immediate effect," said President Cyril Ramaphosa after establishing a Judicial Commission of Inquiry into the crimes and leadership of various institutions implicated in the claims made by KZN Commissioner Lt Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Ramaphosa said Mchunu has undertaken to give his full cooperation to the Commission to enable it to do its work. "I have decided to appoint Professor Firoz Cachalia as acting Minister of Police," he said. ABOUT THE ACTING POLICE MINISTER   Professor Cachalia is currently a professor of law at the University of the Witwatersrand and is the chairperson of the National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council. He previously served as an MEC of Community Safety in Gauteng.

DURBAN - Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Jesse Lee Paul has been reported missing. According to Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA), the 27-year-old has been missing for the past 48 days.  Paul is a resident of Grafton Street in Ocean View, Bluff, south of Durban. He left his residence on Sunday, 25 May 2025 and has not be located since.  On the day of his disappearance, he informed his family that he was proceeding to the gym. It was later confirmed that his training session was cancelled. His cellphone has since been switched off.  According to RUSA, Paul was dressed in blue shorts, a navy jacket and red flip flops. His hair was dyed blonde. He has two gold caps on his front lower teeth.  Kindly contact Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) on 086 1234 333 if anyone has information regarding Paul. 

KWAZULU-NATAL - Founder of Gift of the Givers, Dr Imtiaz Sooliman has defended KZN Police Commissioner, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi after he made explosive claims about Minister, Senzo Mchunu. During a media briefing, Mkhwanazi made several startling revelations, accusing senior police leadership, including Mchunu, of interfering in investigations into politically motivated killings, corruption, and collusion with criminal networks. Mchunu has denied all allegations against him. Dr Sooliman met with General Mkhwanazi to get a better perspective about his claims. Following the meeting, he described Mkhwanazi as a Beacon of Hope for SA. "The SAPS is so often vilified, insulted, demeaned, maligned, accused of corruption, inaction and inefficiency. Yes, there are those within the SAPS, as in every institution, that have failed to perform, but to generalise and paint an entire institution with the same negativity is disingenuous, demoralising, unjust and unfair to those men and wome...

POLOKWANE - The Police in Polokwane, Capricorn District, arrested two male foreign national suspects aged 39 and 57 for fraud and for contravention of immigration Act during the operation conducted on 09 July 2025 at Seshego Homes Affairs. The operation was executed by Polokwane Detectives jointly with Department of Home Affairs officials after a complainant visited the Department (DHA) in Seshego. A 59-year-old woman visited Home Affairs for her personal inquiry, and that was when she was informed that she is married to a foreign national man without her knowledge and consent. Reports indicated that her marriage was registered at the Department of Home Affairs on 28 January 2017 by a 39-year-old male foreign national in Johannesburg. The matter was reported to the police in Polokwane on 09 July 2025. A successful joint investigation commenced leading to the arrest of a male suspect, who is a manager at Nirvana Industrial bakery in Polokwane downtown on 10 July 2025 at ar...

CAPE TOWN - Relegated Cape Town City Football Club has  confirmed the departure of a number of key players before the start of the new campaign. According to the club, these players have worn the badge with pride and represented the club with heart. However, this was not enough to retain their Betway Premiership status during the recent playoff tournament. The players include: # Thami Mkhize # Thabo Nodada # Darren Keet # Darwin Gonzalez # Fortune Makaringe # Lorenzo Gordinho # Haashim Domingo # Kamohelo Mokotjo # Elson Sithole "Each player leaves with our deepest thanks for the dedication and professionalism they showed during their years at the club. We wish them nothing but success in the next chapter of their journey," said the Club.