# Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition Parks Tau says volatility in global energy markets presents South Africa with an opportunity to rethink its oil and gas strategy. Speaking during a conversation at an Ahmed Kathrada Foundation business breakfast in Centurion, Tau called for alignment between government, industry and lobby groups on exploration. He emphasised […]
# Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi says the draft Whistleblowers Bill will criminalise breaches such as suppressing evidence, unlawfully revealing identities and victimising whistleblowers. Speaking during its release for public comment, Kubayi says offenders could face sentences of up to 15-years imprisonment, depending on the severity. She emphasised that deliberate exposure of […]
# Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi says the Protected Disclosure Bill will extend state protection to whistleblowers, including relocation, identity protection and security measures. Speaking during the release of the draft bill, Kubayi says it expands the role of witness protection units and allows access to legal aid at state expense. She […]
# Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi says the Protected Disclosure Bil, known as the Whistleblower Bill, will strengthen protection for whistleblowers exposing corruption. Speaking during the release of the draft bill, Kubayi says findings from the Zondo commission highlighted gaps in current laws, leaving many whistleblowers vulnerable, including cases of dismissal, intimidation […]
# The Special Tribunal has declared a 14-million-rand National Lotteries Commission grant for the Madumelani community project in Hammanskraal unlawful and invalid. The ruling follows a successful case by the Special Investigating Unit, with Judge Margaret Victor ordering beneficiaries to repay the full amount. The tribunal found the funding was fraudulently obtained through forged documents […]
# Tshwane Metro Police deputy chief, Sean Bolhuis, has confirmed there is currently no formal policy requiring clearance certificates for officers. Testifying at the Madlanga Commission, Bolhuis said while vetting is not yet mandatory, it is strongly encouraged, especially for senior officials handling sensitive information. Bolhuis stressed that full vetting, including lifestyle and financial checks, […]
# Former MK Party secretary-general Bongani Mncwango has joined the Inkatha Freedom Party following his removal last month. Mncwango who replaced Afrika Mayibuye Movement president Floyd Shivambu in August 2025 was axed after serving less than a year, amid a leadership reshuffle that saw Sibonelo Nomvalo take over the role. Mncwango’s move marks another shift […]
# US ambassador to South Africa, Brent Bozell, says his country is ready to bring billions of rand in investment, but key challenges remain. Speaking in Pretoria, Bozell highlighted concerns around private property rights and ownership requirements for foreign companies. He says these issues may deter major investors. Bozell acknowledges South Africa’s unique history and […]
# US ambassador to South Africa, Brent Bozell, has welcomed the ceasefire between the US, Israel and Iran, describing it as a positive step toward stability. The two-week truce brokered by Pakistan follows 40-days of intense conflict and should ease tensions in the Middle East and reopen the strategically-important Strait of Hormuz. This reduces fears […]
