Theolin Tembo

Multimedia Journalist

'Cat' Matlala claims 'lying' Cele took R500k from him

Theolin Tembo|Published

Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala's testimony before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee took a dramatic turn as he alleged a R500,000 cash payment to former minister Bheki Cele. ...

SAPS CFO shocked with how Mchunu relied on her note to dismantle elite unit

Theolin Tembo|Published

Rather than calling for the disbandment of the PKTT, Dimpane said she had advocated that a study be conducted to determine whether it should be made a permanent ...

What City of Cape Town’s informal settlements initiative omits

Theolin Tembo|Published

Human Settlements Mayco Member, Carl Pophaim, said the MOA is one of the interventions that the City believes could change the face of informality in the identified ...

Western Cape, KZN, and Gauteng lead in child murders

Theolin Tembo|Published

Statistics from Action Society's latest report, reveal that over 60% of child murders in South Africa occur in just three provinces.

Firefighters on high alert as wildfires threaten Cape Town and the Winelands

Theolin Tembo|Published

Firefighters in Cape Town and the Winelands are on high alert as they battle a series of blazes, with one firefighter injured and homes evacuated.

Local MMA fighters to prove their mettle at EFC Knox Legacy Series 2026 in Cape Town

Theolin Tembo|Updated

MMA fighters prepare for the Knox Legacy Series 2026, kicking off on 26 February at the GrandWest Grand Arena.

Net closes on more than 8000 high-risk ghost worker cases

Theolin Tembo|Published

Government is tackling payroll fraud with the identification of 8854 ghost workers, aiming to improve efficiency and accountability in public service.

Deputy mayor pays tribute to fallen heroes during Remembrance Day ceremony

Theolin Tembo|Published

Remembrance Day is commemorated globally to mark the moment World War I ended; at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918.

Derick Appel vows to amplify the voice of coloured communities within the ANC

Theolin Tembo|Published

Derick Appel, a member of the ANC Western Cape's Provincial Task Team, firmly denies defection rumours following a DA media briefing.

Ex-ANC bigwig now sings to Zille’s tune

Theolin Tembo|Published

Neville Delport warns of a growing exodus from the ANC to the DA, following his own departure amid leadership changes.

Robben Island Museum CFO appointment process underway

Theolin Tembo|Published

The previous appointment was placed on precautionary suspension when it was discovered he did not possess the minimum qualification required for the position.

Concern over impact of Avian Influenza outbreak on Critically Endangered African Penguin

Theolin Tembo|Published

The Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB) has urgently reinforced its biosecurity protocols to combat the ongoing bird flu ...

Reconfigured ANC W Cape outlines plans to revive the party

Theolin Tembo|Published

Amidst a positive reception of the ANC's reconfiguration of the Western Cape provincial structures, lingering issues remain that could impact future effectiveness. ...

Crime stats delay erodes public trust

Theolin Tembo|Published

South Africa' s Police Service faces mounting criticism as the release of crucial crime statistics is postponed yet again, raising concerns about transparency and ...

‘Anti-bullying policies not enough’

Nicola Daniels and Theolin Tembo|Published

In the first half of 2025, 69 bullying cases were reported to Safe Schools, yet the Western Cape Education Department remains silent on the number of schools with ...

MPs question University of Fort Hare management's fitness to hold office

Theolin Tembo|Published

Parliament' s higher education watchdog demands urgent action as student protests expose deep governance issues at the University of Fort Hare and the University ...

He was only an acquaintance, Cele distances himself from Matlala friendship

Theolin Tembo|Published

Former Police Minister Bheki Cele clarifies his relationship with controversial businessman Vusimuzi ' Cat' Matlala, asserting they are mere acquaintances.

Bheki Cele adds to embattled Senzo Mchunu’s woes

Mayibongwe Maqhina and Theolin Tembo|Published

Bheki Cele' s testimony during the parliamentary inquiry reveals contradictions with Senzo Mchunu' s claims.

Wait your turn, MPs tell Mchunu's chief of staff amid apology demand

Theolin Tembo|Published

Cedrick Nkabinde seeks an apology for remarks made, during the parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee, by Advocate Norman Arendse SC.

Gutted runners reflect on decision to cancel race

Theolin Tembo|Published

Runners were left stunned and disappointed as the 2025 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon was abruptly cancelled just hours before its start on Sunday due to severe winds, ...

SAPOA honours Cape Town as best-run metropolitan municipality despite legal action

Theolin Tembo|Published

Despite facing legal challenges over its budget, the City of Cape Town has been honoured as the 'Best Metropolitan Municipality' by SAPOA.

AKA murder case triggered tense stand-off between top cops, says Sibiya

Theolin Tembo|Published

During his testimony before Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee, Sibiya explained that when the previous police Minister, Bheki Cele, had asked about a debrief on the ...

Top cop’s alarming links to ‘Cat’, Mogotsi

Theolin Tembo|Published

Members of Parliament were alarmed by the connections revealed in Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya's testimony, linking him to controversial figures like Vusimuzi ...

Suspended police boss Sibiya braces to face MPs

Theolin Tembo|Published

As Parliament investigates corruption allegations, all eyes are on Shadrack Sibiya, whose tensions with Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi are set to unfold in the parliamentary ...

DA hiding behind 'rhetoric' over policing failures, say opposition

Theolin Tembo|Published

In a heated political exchange, the ANC and GOOD Party respond to the DA's claims on crime and policing, igniting a debate on the future of South African law enforcement. ...