Manyane Manyane

Investigations Journalist

Trust in police at all time low

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Amid rising corruption allegations, only 22% of South Africans trust their police force, raising urgent questions about public safety and the effectiveness of law ...

The unseen influence of political funding on South Africa's democracy

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Explore how unchecked political funding in South Africa poses risks to democracy and public trust, as highlighted by Transparency International's latest findings. ...

Ramaphosa skipping Mabuza’s burial signaled strained relations

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Political analyst Ntsikelelo Breakfast critiques President Cyril Ramaphosa's absence at the private burial of former Deputy President David Mabuza, suggesting their ...

Leadership conflicts threaten the stability of the MK Party

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Amid deepening divisions, the MK Party grapples with internal conflicts that have sparked calls for Chief Whip Colleen Makhubele's removal, raising questions about ...

Firm linked to two cops in line to score big from purchase of properties by Crime Intel

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New allegations surface as Crime Intelligence is implicated in the purchase of two properties linked to SAPS members, raising serious concerns about corruption. ...

Deal with water mafias, human rights commission urges State

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The South African Human Rights Commission calls on the government to urgently address the growing threat of water mafias and sabotage, emphasising the need for immediate ...

US attacks on Iran put Middle-East on the verge of another war

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US President Donald Trump faces accusations of leading the nation into war with Iran based on unverified information, amidst escalating violence that has already ...

Basic income grant could rescue households out of severely inadequate access to food

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Despite South Africa's national food security, a staggering 23. 1% of households face severe food insecurity, according to the latest report from the Socio-Economic ...

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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% ...