State Capture
22.2.2019 01:35 pm
Eskom has filed charges against Guptas’ company – Mabuza
He says procurement at the state utility was one of the ways that corruption was carried out.
Eskom board chairperson Jabu Mabuza told the commission of inquiry into state capture on Friday that at the time he took office at the power utility in January last year, the state-owned entity (SOE) was the main theatre where corruption and state capture took place.
Eskom has filed charges against Guptas’ company – Mabuza
He says procurement at the state utility was one of the ways that corruption was carried out.
Politics
ANC demands that Hawks investigate Winde, Grant
The ruling party alleges the premier candidate and three others were involved in destabilising the municipality as part of a plot against the ANC.
Health
Gauteng community health care workers reject contracts
R3,500 a month is not enough, says workers’ forum.
PICS and VID: Inside Mugabe’s small birthday celebration
The former president turned 95 on Thursday.
State Capture
SARS officials raid Bosasa head office
Bosasa began a liquidation process after major banks informed them they would be closing down their accounts.
Courts
Additional charges for men accused of involvement in Durban terror cell
A spokesperson says the state intends to bring an application for voice samples from accused number one.
Local News
Rangers confident of returning escaped lion to Karoo park
The park manager urges residents on farms around the park not to approach the lion if spotted, but rather to report sightings.
Crime
Woman arrested for possession of drugs valued at R3 million
A criminal case of drug smuggling and attempting to defeat the ends of justice was registered at the local police station.
State Capture
Zondo commission questions Eskom chairperson’s perceived conflict of interest
Maleka questions Mabuza about perceived nepotism as his wife’s brother owns a coal company that does business with the power utility.
Politics
We are not a bloated government – Ayanda Dlodlo
An early retirement program will not mean a ‘brain drain’ to any sector, but an opportunity for the government to recruit more young people.
Politics
Maimane still awaits reply from Mnangagwa for Zimbabwe visit
Reports say authorities have vowed to prevent the DA leader from entering the country.
Education
Education dept ‘showing us the middle finger’, say EC parents
Parents, joined by unions and the EFF, are protesting over three crumbling Uitenhage schools.
Crime
WATCH: Pupil brutally stabbed and robbed in Joburg CBD
WARNING: Video may be graphic for sensitive viewers.
South Africa
Robert Madzonga’s wife spills beans on his ‘hidden VBS millions’ – report
The former Mrs SA contestant says the VBS bank scandal has ruined her life.
Education
DUT management, SRC agree to resume lectures on Monday
When lectures tried to resume this week, death threats were allegedly made against staff and non-protesting students.
General
ANC releases an election music album
The launch will feature President Cyril Ramaphosa sharing the stage with the country’s top musicians.
Accidents
Minibus taxis, trucks, bakkies in multi-collision near Lanseria Airport
There are no fatalities but multiple people sustained injuries ranging from minor to serious.
Politics
Mrwebi says Mokgoro inquiry unfair
He says he feels like somebody fighting with one hand tied behind their back.
Society
Xenophobia is a triple-killer in Zeerust
The deaths of three young men could have been avoided, say the small Congolese community in Zeerust.
State Capture
‘Committed, diligent, dedicated’ Telkom board kept it from state capture – Mabuza
The chairperson says the company is in good hands, with executives wanting nothing but to serve the entity.
News Update
Mabe’s accuser: It’s not over, I still feel unsafe
Kekana made it clear that she was not dropping the matter and would consider filing a complaint with the CCMA.
Government
Zuma says no to being an ANC MP
Defiant supporters who nominated the former president for a parliamentary seat are set to be disappointed.
Local News
Missing eight-year-old boy found dead south of Joburg
The devastated family had hoped to find the boy alive.
Local News
Limpopo farmer defies odds to ensure food security and jobs
Despite challenges, Mafoko is a beacon of hope and role model to young people in his area towards embracing community development.
State Capture
WATCH LIVE: Eskom board chair Jabu Mabuza to implicate Eskom executives
Those expected to be implicated include Anoj Singh, Sean Maritz, Suzanne Daniels, Abram Masango, and Matshela Koko.
Crime
Woman’s body found in suitcase buried in shallow grave
The woman’s body was discovered by police on Tuesday after being reported missing a day before.
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