# Controversial businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has asked the Madlanga commission to postpone his testimony for two weeks. During a heated exchange with commissioner Sesi Baloyi, his lawyer, Annelene van den Heever, argued Matlala cannot testify until investigators provide documents linked to failed plea negotiations. She says testifying now could undermine his constitutional rights and […]
# Chief Justice Mandisa Maya says South Africa’s judiciary is under severe strain, warning that judicial independence remains unfinished business. Speaking at the Judiciary Conference in Durban, she highlighted underfunding, staff shortages and mounting court backlogs. Maya also raised concern over social media disinformation that undermines confidence in the courts. She called for greater institutional […]
# Transport minister Barbara Creecy has extended the term of Transnet’s board of directors by six months, until January 11, 2027, or until a new board is appointed. The board’s term had been due to end this past Sunday. Non-executive chairperson Andile Sangqu and the current non-executive directors will remain in office during the extension. […]
# The Competition Commission has recommended that the Competition Tribunal approve Harith Aviation’s acquisition of Safair Holdings, subject to conditions. Safair owns low-cost airline FlySafair, while Harith is an infrastructure investment firm with interests including Lanseria Airport. The Commission says the conditions are aimed at preventing inappropriate information sharing. It also seeks to ensure airlines […]
# Soccer: The death of Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has renewed calls for greater awareness of mental health in sport. Adams passed away last weekend and has endured the loss of his grandmother during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2023 death of former Stellenbosch teammate and close friend Oshwin […]
# Retirement experts say flexibility may offer better long-term security than locking into a guaranteed income for life. PSG Wealth’s Elke Brink says a well-diversified living annuity, supported by a cash buffer, allows retirees to remain invested while meeting short-term income needs. She says this approach can help portfolios outpace inflation, preserve capital for beneficiaries, […]
# Senior Independent Directorate Against Corruption investigator Brian Padayachee has dismissed allegations of political interference in investigations involving Crime Intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo and other senior SAPS officials. The criminal case remains before the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court. Testifying before the Madlanga Commission, Padayachee said he had never received calls or been subjected to undue pressure, […]
# North West businessman Suliman Carrim may not testify before the Madlanga Commission tomorrow, as he remains under medical care at a facility outside Gauteng. According to eNCA, Carrim’s legal team is expected to submit another medical report explaining his inability to attend. Carrim’s previous appearances were also postponed on medical grounds. He is accused […]
# A senior investigator at the Independent Directorate Against Corruption, Brian Padayachee, has denied allegations that he shared confidential police docket information with Major-General Feroz Khan on any investigations. Padayachee told the Madlanga Commission that Khan is no longer the person he once knew. While admitting he had long held reservations about Khan, Padayachee said […]
