Mandilakhe Tshwete

Multimedia Journalist

Gugulethu murder suspect turns himself in after viral image surfaces

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Lungile Anthony Madolo, accused of a shocking mass shooting in Gugulethu, claims he surrendered to police after his image went viral on social media.

DA lodges criminal complaint against Nobuhle Nkabane over alleged deceit

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Charges have been lodged against Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane, accusing her of misleading Parliament regarding the appointment of individuals to SETA ...

How cops tracked baby Mogamat’s kidnapper

Mandilakhe Tshwete and Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Imaan Sharmar, 25, expresses her overwhelming joy upon being reunited with her 12-day-old son, Mogamat Imaad Sharmar, after a harrowing kidnapping ordeal.

Accused in Chanelle Plaatjies murder case abandon bail application

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Three men, including the boyfriend of 16-year-old Chanelle Plaatjies, have abandoned their bail applications, remaining in custody as the investigation into her ...

Opposition parties criticise City’s budget for misrepresenting poor communities

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Cape Town's Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has unveiled the "Invested in Hope" budget for 2025/26, promising support for low-income residents despite fierce opposition ...

Taxi bosses smoke peace pipe over contested routes

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Two major taxi associations in the Western Cape, CATA and CODETA, have reached a peace agreement to resolve their route conflict, ensuring safer transport for commuters. ...

I’d like to finish what I’ve started, says DA Steenhuisen about his future as leader

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

As the DA celebrates its 25th anniversary, leader John Steenhuisen outlines his vision for the party's future and the challenges ahead, emphasising the need for ...

Alleged taxi hitman ‘Yesu’ is a flight risk, says prosecutor

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Vuyolwethu Tshukela, alias ‘Yesu’, faces serious charges including murder and extortion as the Western Cape State opposes his bail, citing his connections to violent ...

WCED accused of spinning infrastructure woes into a success story

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The Western Cape Education Department's new infrastructure initiative aims to meet rising student numbers, yet it faces significant backlash over teacher shortages ...

New operating licences for taxi and e-hailing services in Cape Town, but 'more issues' still lie ahead

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Over 1,100 operating licences for taxi and e-hailing services have been released in Cape Town, but the Western Cape E-hailing Association warns that significant ...

Extortion costs Western Cape economy nearly half a billion

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

During a high-level summit in Cape Town, officials warn that extortion is not just a crime but a significant barrier to economic growth in the Western Cape, threatening ...

Barber shop suspected killer shot dead shortly after court appearance

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

One of the suspects in the Khayelitsha barber shop shooting that claimed the lives of three children has been killed shortly after a court appearance, raising questions ...

Deadly e-hailing shooting linked to gang-violence, say police

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Seven fatalities and five injuries from gang-related shootings in the Western Cape spark urgent demands for enhanced police resources and action against rising violence. ...

State ready to oppose bail against 'Western Cape's most wanted'

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Tshukela, 38, who had been sought in connection with a series of violent taxi-related crimes in Cape Town, was apprehended in Welkom after months on the run.

Accused taxi hitman's reign of terror detailed in court

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Vuyolwethu Tshukela, alias ‘Yesu’, has been apprehended after a lengthy manhunt and faces multiple serious charges, including murder and extortion, linked to violent ...

Long-term vaccine access crucial in fightagainst foot-and-mouth disease

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The Red Meat Abattoir Association urges collaboration with the government to address the escalating foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, highlighting the need for improved ...

Activists detained in Egypt ahead of Gaza humanitarian march

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

South African activists face detention in Egypt while advocating for Gaza, raising serious concerns about human rights and international solidarity.

Taxi task team aims to resolve escalating violence

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The Mini-Bus Taxi Task Team convenes to address escalating violence between taxi associations in Cape Town, aiming for a peaceful resolution and restoring safety ...

Urgent call for safety after 14-year-old girl raped on her way to school

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

After a horrific incident where a 14-year-old girl was abducted and raped near her school in Langa, community leaders are urging parents to ensure their children's ...

Activists demand justice for murdered children after clash in Parliament

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Activists from the Women Empowerment Platform were verbally abused in Parliament while fighting for justice for murdered children, revealing the dire need for accountability ...

Family mourns as missing teenager Chanelle Plaatjies is confirmed dead

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Chanelle Plaatjies' family is devastated after a two-week search ends in tragedy, confirming the discovery of her body. As police continue their investigation, the ...

Law enforcement officer in the dock for kidnapping and murder

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

A City of Cape Town law enforcement officer has been charged with kidnapping, extortion, and murder in a case that has shocked the community.

Family clings to hope as body found in search for missing Paarl teen

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Chanelle Plaatjies' family clings to hope despite the grim discovery of a body in a shallow grave, as DNA tests are conducted and the community confronts fears about ...

Joshlin Smith's grandmother battling ‘mental anguish’ after daughter gets life sentence

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Amanda Smith-Daniels, grandmother of missing Joshlin Smith, shares her harrowing journey of grief and depression following her daughter’s life sentence for trafficking. ...

Joshlin must be found

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Where is Joshlin Smith? As police secure life sentences for those involved in her disappearance, the search for the missing child intensifies.