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A J50 warrant has been issued for taxi boss Thomas Siyabonga Getsemane over fraud and extortion charges linked to a 2023 case.

Law enforcement officers searched his La Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal residence but were unable to locate him.

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SANDF troops deployed under Operation PROSPER intercepted a suspected stolen Toyota Hilux worth R636k and seized illicit cigarettes valued at R131k during separate border operations in Limpopo

Suspects allegedly opened fire before fleeing across the Limpopo River into Zimbabwe

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Two SAPS officers were found dead at their home in Parsonsvlei, Gqeberha, in the early hours of Saturday.

Police suspect a 44-year-old officer fatally shot his 34-year-old wife before taking his own life.

The couple's two children escaped unharmed. Investigations are ongoing.

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A South African farm owner says his business has been hit by staff shortages after replacing his former foreign workforce with local employees.

He claims many workers regularly miss work on Mondays, disrupting operations, and is appealing for reliable staff to help

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No ruling has been made, and the case remains ongoing.

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Former Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 Chidimma Adetshina has appeared in the Cape Town Regional Court to challenge the Department of Home Affairs' bid to deport her from South Africa.

The matter was postponed to allow both sides more time to address legal issues.

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Former SAFA technical advisor Farouk Khan says Pitso Mosimane should not automatically succeed Hugo Broos as Bafana Bafana coach

Khan believes SAFA should appoint a manager with a stronger international coaching record arguing national team football requires different experience

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Authorities say the recovered funds will be returned to benefit Gauteng's public healthcare system.

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The Johannesburg High Court has ordered the forfeiture of assets worth about R326 million linked to alleged Tembisa Hospital corruption accused Hangwani Maumela and his syndicate.

The seized assets include luxury homes, four Lamborghinis, a Bentley and other high-end property.

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A Hogsback resident in the Eastern Cape claims police officers failed to assist after they visited the local police station to report an alleged house break-in.

The resident recorded a video that appears to show officers on their phones instead of helping open a case.

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R31 million in 30 days?😢

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The trial of alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala, his wife Tsakane Matlala and co-accused is underway in the Johannesburg High Court

They face 25 charges, including attempted murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Tebogo Thobejane and Joe Sibanyoni attended court,

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Suspended EMPD Boss Julius Mkhwanazi and His Ex-Girlfriend Witness K Appear in Court Over Alleged R14.9 Million Precious Stones Theft Linked to Madlanga Commission

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with Sibanyoni expected to be the State's first witness.

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The trial of alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala, his wife Tsakane Matlala and co-accused is underway in the Johannesburg High Court

They face 25 charges, including attempted murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Tebogo Thobejane and Joe Sibanyoni attended court,

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JMPD officers arrested a 34-year-old man in Martindale after he was allegedly caught cutting copper cables outside the Public Safety Headquarters

The suspect was apprehended after a foot chase triggered by CCTV alerts, while a second suspect escaped. Recovered cables were seized

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SAPS, Metro Police and eThekwini officials raided an illegally occupied building at 44 Lancers Road in Durban CBD on Monday as part of the City's regeneration programme.

The operation also marked the first use of DMPS body cameras and smart policing devices to boost enforcement.

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Suspended EMPD Boss Julius Mkhwanazi and His Ex-Girlfriend Witness K Appear in Court Over Alleged R14.9 Million Precious Stones Theft Linked to Madlanga Commission

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A newly built RDP house has allegedly been converted into a spaza shop, sparking widespread outrage.

Many South Africans are questioning how a home intended for beneficiaries is being used for business while thousands remain on waiting lists for RDP housing.

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A police officer has come under scrutiny after being filmed allegedly trying to skip the queue at a SPAR store.

The incident reportedly escalated into a confrontation, with the officer accused of harassing staff and customers.