# The Information Regulator is investigating a data breach at vehicle tracking company Cartrack following a ransomware attack in August. Cartrack says its customer database, containing contact details, bank information and vehicle data, was accessed. A ransomware group has claimed responsibility and alleged that 500 gigabytes of data was stolen. Information Regulator official Hangi Mbedzi […]
# Correctional Services National Commissioner Makgothi Thobakgale says gangs are recruiting juveniles to commit serious crimes, including murder. Testifying at the Madlanga Commission, Thobakgale said gangs deliberately use juveniles because the criminal justice system treats young offenders differently from adults, making them vulnerable to exploitation by organised criminal groups. He revealed that gangs often have […]
# National commissioner of Correctional Services, Makgothi Thobakgale, says attempts to influence officials can happen at different levels of correctional institutions. Testifying at the Madlanga commission, Thobakgale revealed that convicted murderer and rapist Thabo Bester had repeatedly tried to get his attention. He says Bester’s requests were referred to formal complaints and representation processes. Thobakgale […]
# Public Interest South Africa founder Tebogo Khaas is calling for stronger lifestyle audits and improved vetting systems. This as the Madlanga Commission continues to probe political inteferance in the Justice system. Speaking to the SABC, Khaas says South Africa may not need a complete legislative overhaul, but should strengthen existing measures. He says declarations […]
# The High Court in Limpopo, Polokwane, has suspended 33-year-old attorney Charlotte Tibana from practising law with immediate effect. The Legal Practice Council brought the urgent application amid allegations of trust account fraud. Tibana and her husband, Tshwane Metro Police official Peter Nonyane, face 43 charges including fraud, theft and money laundering. They are accused […]
# Soccer: Mamelodi Sundowns captain Ronwen Williams says a potential FIFA Intercontinental Cup final against Paris Saint-Germain is the ultimate goal. The Brazilians must first overcome Asian champions Al Ahli Saudi FC at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. Sundowns qualified by winning the CAF Champions League. Williams has warned his teammates opportunities will be limited against […]
# The National Transmission Company South Africa says it needs about 440-billion-rand in investment over the next decade for transmission expansion and grid access. This as they prepare for Windaba 2026 in Cape Town next month. CEO Monde Bala says the investment will fund around 14-thousand-500 kilometres of high-voltage power lines and new transformer capacity. […]
# Missing In Southern Africa has condemned gender-based violence following the discovery of a ninth woman’s body in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng. The organisation says the latest case in Dawn Park follows similar discoveries in areas such as Kempton Park and KwaThema. Spokesperson Priya Ranchod says every victim represents a devastated family. She urges urgent reporting of […]
# The City of Johannesburg has been named a Highly Commended Finalist in the Living Green for Health and Wellbeing category of the International Association of Horticultural Producers World Green City Awards 2026. The city’s Greening the City initiative, led by Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo, is among three international finalists. Managing Director Thanduxolo Mendrew […]
