# Businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala says some discussions he had with KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi contributed to his arrest. Matlala told the Madlanga Commission that former Police minister Bheki Cele had attempted to arrange a meeting between him and Mkhwanazi. Addressing evidence leader Alida Hassim, Matlala declined to disclose details of their discussions linked […]
# Electoral Commission chairperson Mosotho Moepya says traditional leaders are vital to creating conditions for free and fair elections. Speaking at the IEC’s meeting with the Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa in Gauteng, Moepya says traditional authorities help maintain discipline, respect and order in communities. He says consultations are also important while strengthening […]
# Businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has told the Madlanga Commission that former KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head General Senona encouraged him to challenge the cancellation of his SAPS contract. Matlala confirmed that Senona advised him to seek legal assistance and pursue an interdict against the termination. Under questioning from evidence leader Adila Hassim, Matlala said Senona’s interest […]
# Brazilian Foreign minister Mauro Vieira says a multisectoral Brazilian trade mission is in South Africa to explore mutually beneficial opportunities. Speaking during the eighth South Africa-Brazil Joint Commission in Pretoria, Vieira highlighted trade, science and technology cooperation, particularly in space science, ocean research and health. Vieira also said that both countries can strengthen vaccine […]
# Madlanga commission commissioner Sesi Baloyi has warned businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala that repeatedly refusing to answer questions could have serious consequences. Matlala declined to respond to questions concerning former KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head Lesetja Senona. Baloyi says witnesses may lawfully refuse to answer only where information is protected by legal privilege or where answering could […]
# South Africa and Brazil have held the eighth session of their joint commission in Pretoria, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, and Brazilian counterpart Mauro Vieira co-chaired discussions covering trade, agriculture, energy, defence, health, mining and technology, and cooperation through BRICS, the G20 and the […]
# Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Agriculture has elected ANC Member of Parliament Nomasonto Motaung as its new chairperson. Motaung succeeds acting chairperson Nobuhle Nkabane, who took over after Dina Pule was appointed Social Development minister in June. The former Deputy minister in the Presidency says agriculture is critical to food security, economic growth, job creation […]
# National Treasury and the South African Revenue Service have amended Export Regulations to allow zero-rating when movable goods destined for export, are delivered to terminal operators and port authorities. Treasury says the change addresses practical difficulties experienced at facilities such as the Richards Bay Coal Terminal, where privately operated terminals use Transnet port infrastructure. […]
# South African mining companies are accelerating investment in renewable energy to cut costs, diversify power supplies and reduce reliance on Eskom. Anglo American and Sibanye-Stillwater are among firms partnering with independent producers in securing wind and solar power. Anglo’s Envusa Energy venture currently generates 520-megawatts, while Sibanye has contracted 835-megawatts. Giving an update on […]
