Manyane Manyane

Investigations Journalist

Minister to meet with officials over missing inmates at Pollsmoor Juvenile Centre

Manyane Manyane|Published

DA demands immediate accountability from Correctional Services and Justice Ministers following the alarming disappearance of three inmates from Pollsmoor Juvenile ...

Sedibeng Mayor Lerato Maloka found unharmed after being abducted

Manyane Manyane|Published

Mayor Lerato Maloka of the Sedibeng District Municipality was abducted shortly after calling for a corruption investigation, raising concerns about the safety of ...

Suspended Road Accident Fund boss tight-lipped over allegations of interference

Manyane Manyane|Published

Collins Letsoalo, CEO of the Road Accident Fund, is placed on special leave as investigations into corruption allegations unfold.

Women-headed households surge in South Africa, Stats SA reveals

Manyane Manyane|Published

Statistics South Africa's latest survey reveals that over 42% of households are now led by women, amid ongoing challenges like the gender pay gap and rising unemployment. ...

Musk's Starlink has not applied to operate in SA

Manyane Manyane|Published

The government's controversial proposal to exempt Starlink from Black ownership laws raises significant questions about sovereignty and regulatory compliance.

Urgent investigation into missing inmates at Pollsmoor

Manyane Manyane|Published

The reported disappearance of two dangerous inmates at Pollsmoor Correctional Centre raises serious public safety concerns, prompting the DA to demand answers from ...

How the US is reshaping its investment strategy in Africa

Manyane Manyane|Published

The US is shifting its diplomatic strategy to prioritise investment in Africa, signalling a transformative change in foreign policy that could reshape economic relations ...

‘Another Nakba will not happen under our watch’ – demonstrators

Manyane Manyane|Published

Thousands gathered at Cape Town's Castle of Good Hope to commemorate Nakba Day, marking 77 years of Palestinian dispossession, and to stand in solidarity against ...

Hawks swoop in on Pretoria High Court to expose fraudulent immigration practices

Manyane Manyane|Published

Experts warn that the issuance of fraudulent notices to undocumented foreign nationals is a widespread issue, as the Hawks raid the Pretoria High Court to investigate ...

Outa concerned about interim solution to driving licence crisis

Manyane Manyane|Published

The Department of Transport is urgently seeking an interim solution to the ongoing driving licence crisis, as over 700 000 cards remain unprinted due to frequent ...

Organised crime, corruption, and structural weaknesses remain key drivers of illicit trade

Manyane Manyane|Published

South Africa is grappling with a growing illicit trade crisis that threatens its economy across multiple sectors, including alcohol and pharmaceuticals. The Transnational ...

DA court challenge a step backward in the fight for equality, fairness, says minister

Manyane Manyane|Published

In a move that could further strain the Government of National Unity (GNU), the DA approached the Gauteng High Court, Pretoria, to challenge the constitutionality ...

Mantashe calls for unity and healing at Freedom Day in Ermelo

Jonisayi Maromo and Manyane Manyane|Published

The national Freedom Day celebrations were held at the AJ Swanepoel Stadium in Ermelo, Msukwaligwa Local Municipality within the Gert Sibande District Municipality ...

Judges Matter calls for urgent investigation into Judge Parker's misconduct allegations

Manyane Manyane|Published

Judicial watchdog Judges Matter is demanding a thorough investigation into serious allegations against Western Cape Judge Mushtak Parker, as the tribunal prepares ...

How Asian cyber scam centres are expanding their global reach

Manyane Manyane|Published

A report from the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) warns that Asian criminal networks are broadening their operations, targeting new victims worldwide in a surge ...

Legal action against Western Cape Education Department for failing late applicants

Manyane Manyane|Published

Equal Education and Equal Education Law Centre are set to challenge the Western Cape Education Department in court, demanding urgent reforms to admission systems ...

Home Affairs launches high-tech border measures to curb R100bn illicit trade

Manyane Manyane|Published

Minister Leon Schreiber has deployed AI-powered drones and body-worn cameras at South Africa's borders ahead of Easter weekend, with early trials showing a 215% ...

Eskom probes jobs-for-pals scandal

Manyane Manyane|Published

Eskom said the case was reported via email and channeled through to its confidential whistleblowing hotline this month.

Child trafficking crisis escalates globally

Manyane Manyane|Published

A shocking UN Human Rights Council report reveals an alarming surge in child trafficking worldwide, with four in 10 victims being children. Despite government efforts, ...

Criminal cases at risk due to DNA backlog crisis

Manyane Manyane|Published

A critical crisis unfolds as the SAPS DNA backlog surpasses 140 000 cases, forcing criminal cases to be withdrawn and leaving thousands of victims without justice. ...

Union demands McKenzie's removal amid racial storm

Manyane Manyane|Published

Amid outrage over a racially biased job advertisement, Giwusa demands the removal of Minister McKenzie, spotlighting the ongoing struggle for racial equality in ...

NSFAS board promises accountability amid ongoing financial challenges

Manyane Manyane|Published

Nsfas board chairperson Dr Karen Stander said they would not tolerate corruption.

GNU squabbles hurt SA’s budget

Manyane Manyane and Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

The 11th hour announcement came after the DA made it clear that it would not support the proposed Budget.

Portfolio Committee criticised for silence on Stilfontein tragedy

Manyane Manyane|Published

The committee has been called on to immediately exercise its legislative oversight functions and convene an urgent public hearing to hold the department of Mineral ...

Over 400 EC schools still rely on pit toilets

Manyane Manyane|Published

An investigation by the South African Human Rights Commission found that traditional pit toilets remain a grim reality in 427 schools in the province, while Ventilated ...