I didn’t launch ‘rogue unit’ investigation to get to Gordhan – Tom Moyane
The former Sars commissioner claimed yesterday he was duty-bound to report the dealings of two criminal employees.
Former commissioner of Sars Tom Moyane has released a statement in which he claims he launched a criminal case into a so-called rogue unit at the revenue service not as a vendetta against Pravin Gordhan, but rather because he was informed of "illegal spying activities" and was legally advised he should report it.
Lotto Lotto and Lotto Plus results, Saturday, 20 July, 2019
Here are the winning lottery numbers from Saturday night’s live draw.
Crime Cash-in-transit robbers handed hefty jail sentences
The sentences should serve as a warning to criminals that committing crime guarantees lengthy jail time.
Crime Cops seek man who killed Eastern Cape woman
Police are appealing to women to be vigilant and not allow strangers into their homesteads, especially at night.
Technology A new version of Firefox will warn you if your passwords were pirated
The service will be integrated into Firefox 70, and is actually an implementation of the Have I Been Pwned database.
Springboks New hero Herschel inspires as Springboks tame Wallabies
Mission accomplished for Rassie Erasmus as many of his selections pay off at Ellis Park.
Crime Free State cops launch manhunt for rapist
Residents are urged to come forward with information and not take the law into their own hands.
Crime 56-year-old man arrested for drugs, illegal alcohol and alleged stolen property
The estimated total value of the items recovered was about R100 000, together with the money recovered.
Accidents Joburg biker seriously injured in head-on crash with car
The injured motorcyclist required advanced life support intervention to stabilise him.
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Lifestyle
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A guide for parents and teachers: what to do if your teenager watches violent footage
The world was reeling in the aftermath of the horrific shootings in Christchurch. The attack has also raised a number of side issues, including the ethics of broadcasting the live stream of the attack, which was later shared on other platforms.
Phakaaathi
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Chiefs lose pre-season match in Botswana
Kaizer Chiefs were beaten 2-1 by Botswana Premier League giants Township Rollers.
Sport
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Springbok player ratings: Heroic Herschel, sublime subs
It’s a Jantjies show at Ellis Park as Rassie Erasmus’ whole bench adds value.
Business
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Rustenburg communities want ConCourt to set aside Sibanye’s Lonmin takeover
They say the merger was approved without the department of mineral resources having approved a social labour plan (SLP) on a large merger.
World
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Death toll rises to 12 after China gas plant blast
Deadly industrial accidents are common in China, where safety regulations are often poorly enforced.
Opinion
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‘Sneaky Jake’ – SA’s Tricky Dicky – and his week from hell
Not since the days of Richard Nixon’s tenure as the sleaziest US president yet has there been such an unedifying performance of a shifty-eyed politician.
