Agrizzi’s R1.8bn tender corruption case postponed to November

The former executive is facing fraud charges in connection to a R1.8 billion tender involving the Correctional Services Department and Bosasa. Former Bosasa COO Angelo Agrizzi appears in the Palm Ridge Magistrates Court on 14 October 2020. Agrizzi was denied bail in his corruption and bribery case. Picture: Xanderleigh Dookey/EWN JOHANNESBURG – The Pretoria Specialized […]

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Prasa launches new CT control centre; Mbalula vows to recover central line

The Bellville Rail Management and Traffic Control Centre was launched on Friday and will oversee all passenger rail operations, improve on-time performance and make the network safer. Prasa’s Bellville Rail Management and Traffic Control Centre was launched on 16 October 2020 and will oversee all passenger rail operations, improve on-time performance and make the network […]

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Distraught mom of murdered George woman recalls last conversation for court

A pastor and his fiancé are among three people appearing in a George court in connection with the murder of 25-year-old Hlompho Mohapi from Thembalethu. CAPE TOWN – A pastor and his fiancé are among three people appearing in a George court in connection with the murder of a 25-year-old woman from Thembalethu. Hlompho Mohapi’s […]

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Former Transnet chair Mkhwanazi backtracks on Gigaba testimony at Zondo inquiry

Mafika Mkhwanazi previously denied that Minister Malusi Gigaba had a hand in reviewing former CEO Siyabonga Gama’s dismissal, but this afternoon wanted to change his story. A screenshot of former Transnet board chair Mafika Mkwanazi at the state capture commission on Friday 16 October 2020. Picture: SABC Digital News/Youtube JOHANNESBURG – Former Transnet board chair […]

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Bloody pants found at home of Brendin Horner murder suspect, court told

Sekola Matlaletsa and Sekwetje Mahlamba are applying for bail at the magistrates court after they were charged with killing the farm manager and tying him to a fence. ANC members outside the Senekal Magistrates Court on 16 October 2020. Picture: Abigail Javier/EWN SENEKAL – The Senekal Magistrates Court has heard how police found pants with […]

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Eskom making strides in recovering billions in contract overpayments, Scopa told

Eskom acting head of legal, Bartlett Hewu, said that they had managed to recoup some money from other contracts. Eskom’s Megawatt Park offices in Johannesburg on 12 March 2015. Picture: EWN CAPE TOWN – Eskom said that it was making progress in efforts to recover billions in contract overpayments. The power utility on Friday briefed […]

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Malema: Senekal protest a continuation of struggle against apartheid

The red beret leader addressed scores of supporters who arrived earlier on Friday morning in response to his call to defend state property. EFF leader Julius Malema leads a protest in the town of Senekal in the Free State on 16 October 2020. Picture: Abigail Javier/EWN SENEKAL – Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema […]

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WC government assists with food aid amid COVID-19 crisis

The Western Cape Social Development Department said hunger was a very real problem, especially with many losing their jobs this year. CAPE TOWN – It’s World Food Day and this year’s theme is: “Grow, nourish, sustain. Together. Our actions are our future.” The Western Cape Social Development Department said hunger was a very real problem, […]

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