Bosasa spent between R4m and R6m on bribes a month, Agrizzi claims
The COO among other things admitted today to having taken bags full of cash to officials at the airport.
The former chief operating officer of the controversial facilities management company Bosasa company Angelo Agrizzi told the commission the company spent between R4 million and R6 million monthly on bribing various persons in positions of authority in certain entities who were “useful and supportive of the organisation”.
Too much democracy leads to confusion, according to him and he adds that in hi party, his word is final.
The Justice Minister stressed that Walus’ political views had not changed, though he showed remorse for the grief he inflicted.
Steve Hofmeyr’s Toekoms Vonk is leading the charge to get two parties banned from participating in the upcoming elections.
Without him naming them, it’s understood the department now intends to suspend the school’s principal and another teacher.
Fourteen people were killed and thousands fled when Boko Haram attacked a remote town in northeast Nigeria, Doctors Without Borders (MSF) said on Wednesday.
The mineral resources department said the survey was in line with one of the outcomes of the judgment in the high court.
Education Suspended teacher Barkhuizen set to return, principal and other teacher now in firing line – sources
The move appears to be in relation to the fact that the ‘wrong teacher’ caught flak at Laerskool Schweizer-Reneke.
The unshaken DA MP says she has taken screenshots of the man’s threats and suspects he’ll end up in the same prison as the former president.
Angelo Agrizzi says he had become engrossed with what was happening at the company, ending up thinking what was happening was right.
Politics WATCH: Some believe this video is evidence Mabuza was part of ‘Cyril plot’ to embarrass Zuma
A trio of top ANC leaders allegedly colluded to make the former president look disrespectful at an ANC event.
The party marched on Wednesday against the ANC allegedly killing them and other South Africans.
Captain Joseph Rapoo also faces a murder charge and is expected to have his disciplinary hearing later this week.
The winner has until February 13 to claim their money or risk forfeiting it.
Leading Zimbabwean activist Evan Mawarire was detained by police on Wednesday when he was taken from his house in a widening crackdown after anti-government protests, AFP reporters witnessed.
Business News Team SA ready to present improved investment proposition at WEF
Ramaphosa addressed a pre-World Economic Forum breakfast in Rosebank on Wednesday.
Business News Sibanye suffers another setback in Amcu court battle
The union claims the miner is trying to join forces with their opposition, the National Union Mineworkers.
Africa Suspected anglophone separatists ‘kidnap 30’ in Cameroon
At least 30 people have been abducted by suspected separatists in a troubled English-speaking region of western Cameroon, local sources said on Wednesday.
Picture of teenage Zuma trends as Twitter reckons he looked just like Duduzane
The former president has shared a photo of himself that was taken shortly after he joined the ANC.
Society Christians up in arms over ‘McJesus’ sculpture
Even communities in Pretoria were enraged with the artwork depicting a crucified Ronald McDonald.
Music Toto’s ‘Africa’ to play on endless loop in Namib Desert
The artist was apparently inspired by the recent resurgence in interest for the track.
General Port Elizabeth police search for missing hairdresser
Nina Thompson has not been seen since leaving her home in Lorraine just before Christmas last year.
Crime Alleged Mpumalanga serial killer to apply for bail
As the investigation continues, more charges are likely to be added.
lifestyle
Toto’s ‘Africa’ to play on endless loop in Namib Desert
The artist was apparently inspired by the recent resurgence in interest for the track.
You can spend three months living in an Italian village for free
Applicants will learn Italian during their trip and also need to demonstrate their commitment to contribute to village life.
5 habits that are ageing your skin and how to break them
Not exercising can actually make your face age prematurely.
2019 iPhones could be jumping on the USB-C bandwagon
The latest iPad Pros have already made the shift to USB-C.
phakaaathi
Pirates sends Shitolo on loan to Chippa
The 29-year-old agreed terms with Pirates for him to move to United.
Chiefs suffer Gordinho blow
Kaizer Chiefs defender Lorenzo Gordinho has been ruled out of action for a foreseeable future after suffering from a hand fracture.
Pirates striker comments on Monaco move
Young Orlando Pirates striker Lyle Foster is excited by his move to AS Monaco.
Amajita star Ngcobo looking for consistency
The young Amakhosi midfielder has been on scintillating form for the Chiefs reserves and scored a brace in the team’s 4-2 victory over Baroka FC this past weekend.
sport
Three forgotten Springboks catching the eye early
These overseas-based stars have been showing some cracking form since the Christmas period and doing their utmost to make Rassie Erasmus pay attention.
SA’s Toyota Gazoo on the cusp of fine Dakar victory
Giniel de Villiers does his part to support Nasser Al Attiyah but hopes the Qatari ‘doesn’t need it’ for the final stage.
Naka Drotske: We were going to die, so instinct kicked in
The former Bok hooker regales how he foiled an armed attack on his family that almost cost him his life.
Proteas player ratings: Destructive Duanne, brave Bavuma
Yes, it was a whitewash, but Dean Elgar is right when he says the team only performed at around 70% against Pakistan.
business
The three stocks that have defied the JSE’s stagnation
Companies enjoying success in the JSE have demonstrated an ability to evolve and transform themselves.
SARB’s independence to remain untouched, says Ramaphosa
Ace Magashule said the controversial move to nationalise the Reserve Bank would be implemented in the next five years.
Tragic data shows capital fleeing along with jobs
The big exporters of capital are generally rich countries with a high standard of living – so why is South Africa in this mix?
Taxpayers cough up billions for Gautrain, while shareholders rake in massive profits
For a government organisation that needs R100 million a month from taxpayers to prop it up, Gautrain shareholders have been making a tidy profit.
world
Sudan police fire tear gas at protesters in capital
Sudanese police Tuesday fired tear gas at crowds of demonstrators chanting “Peace, justice, freedom” in the capital, a day after President Omar al-Bashir insisted protests will not lead to a change in government.
UN urges DR Congo to respect election outcome
The UN Security Council on Tuesday called on all players in the Democratic Republic of Congo to respect the outcome of landmark elections as doubt persisted over results announced by election authorities.
Tunisia NGOs file graft lawsuit against president
Anti-corruption campaigners have filed a lawsuit accusing Tunisian President Beji Caid Essebsi of abuse of power after he pardoned a jailed party official close to his son, a court official said Tuesday.
Zimbabwe police fire tear gas as crackdown tightens
Zimbabwe police fired tear gas to disperse protesters in the second city of Bulawayo on Tuesday, a day after the country was rocked by violent demonstrations against a sharp hike in fuel prices.
opinion
Flying solo in Dakar not for faint-hearted
Tireless drivers navigating their way across treacherous terrain for weeks on end defying the odds of nature.
All I want for my 80th birthday is the ANC voted out
Too much to hope for, perhaps?
ANC promises jobs, while destroying what creates jobs
The governing party is lying about what the role of a government should be in a healthy economy.
ATM? What were they thinking?
Surely when coming up with a party name, you’d pause to consider what its acronym will be.
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