11 September 2025- The Public Order Police in Springbok has achieved significant successes during Operation Shanela II disruptive actions conducted between 10 and 11 September 2025. The police said the Delta relief members of Springbok Police Station, conducted targeted high-visibility patrols in the Greater Springbok and Nababeep policing precincts, including strategic deployments along the N7 and N14 National Roads.
The Namakwa District police spokesperson, Captain Ivan Magerman said the operation focused on proactive crime prevention through vehicle and foot patrols, targeted stop-and-searches, and visibility deployments at ATM locations. Magerman said a 52-year-old foreign national suspect was arrested for drug trafficking and dealing in drugs in Van Der Stel Street in Springbok, following intelligence-driven operations.
“The police members discovered two plastic bags containing suspected methamphetamine (Tik) concealed within a cereal box, with an estimated street value of R299 593. A second arrest involved a woman (21) in Brisson Street in Matjieskloof, following a lawful search conducted.
“The police recovered suspected stolen copper cables valued at R6 137-24, as well as suspected methamphetamine (tik) worth R5 784. Both suspects are expected to appear in court soon,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Namakwa District Police Commissioner, Brigadier Schalk Andrews, commended the ongoing commitment and relentless efforts of members to squeeze the space for criminals, especially drug dealers to operate. Andrews said these arrests represent their commitment to dismantling drug networks and recovering stolen property that impacts the economic infrastructure.
“The SAPS encourages community members to report suspicious activities through our tip-off hotline or local police stations,” he said.
11 September 2025- Two preservation applications and orders secured by the Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) were served on members of two syndicates who are implicated in fraud and corruption at Tembisa Hospital. The investigation into this matter was precipitated by the receipt of a report from the late Babita Deokaran, who was assassinated on 23 August 2021, and who was the Chief Director: Financial Accounting at the Gauteng Department of Health.
The NPA regional spokesperson in Gauteng, Phindi Mjonondwane said her report detailed suspected procurement irregularities within Tembisa Hospital’s Supply Chain Management. Mjonondwane said the Specialised Audit Services Unit (SAS) of the National Treasury (NT) conducted a review of Tembisa Hospital’s Basic Accounting System payment data to determine all payments made to the companies that were identified by Deokaran as having benefited from the unlawful activities.
“It also conducted a review of the Tembisa Hospital’s Central Supplier Database and the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission records of the implicated companies to verify the registration and directorships of the companies, to identify any additional related companies involved in the unlawful activities and to review payments made to those companies.
“The review covered the period between April 2016 and August 2022. The review by the SAS confirmed the possible large-scale corruption reported by Deokaran. The SAS established that 14 entities controlled by the Maumela syndicate apparently irregularly and unlawfully benefited from contracts from the Tembisa Hospital with a cumulative value in excess of R400 million,” she said.
Mjonondwane further said the SAS established that 18 entities controlled by the Mazibuko syndicate apparently irregularly and unlawfully benefited from contracts from the Tembisa Hospital with a cumulative value in excess of R300 million. She added that on 14 August 2025, the AFU was granted an order relating to property owned by members of the Maumela syndicate.
“The property, valued at approximately R326 million, includes high end residential property in affluent areas and luxury vehicles such as four Lamborghinis, a Bentley and a boat.
“On 27 August 2025, the AFU was granted an order relating to property owned by members of the Mazibuko syndicate. The property, valued at approximately R47 million, includes high end residential property in affluent areas and luxury vehicles such as three Mercedes Benz valued in total at R10 million and a Land Rover valued at R2 million,” she said.
Mjonondwane said the applications by the Asset Forfeiture Unit are premised on forensic investigations by firms appointed to assist in the investigation concerning allegations of procurement fraud and corruption that took place at the Tembisa Hospital during the period from January 2019 to August 2022.
She said forensic investigations revealed a multitude of irregularities in the procurement processes with a manipulation of the processes in the award of contracts for the supply of goods and/or services to Tembisa Hospital which favoured entities associated with the syndicates.
“In instances companies who supposedly submitted quotes in the bidding process denied having made any such submissions in the bidding process. In other instances, in cahoots with the syndicates, cover quoting companies were used to submit bids which always favoured the syndicate entities in the process.
“The analysis conducted of the flow of funds indicates that most of the funds received by the syndicate entities were used to purchase assets, to pay bribes to officials and covering bidders and by members of the syndicates for personal use/ to fund their extravagant lifestyles,” said Mjonondwane.
She said a very small percentage of the total amount received could possibly be ascribed to the purchase of supplies for delivery in terms of the contracts.
The Deputy National Director of the National Prosecuting Authority responsible for the Asset Forfeiture Unit, Advocate Ouma Rabaji-Rasethaba, commented that the fight for justice for the people of our country continues and again stressed that ordinary South Africans are victims of crime and corruption every time they face water shortages, load shedding or empty hospital shelves.
“When there is no water, when there is no electricity, no textbooks, no medication, no hospitals, we are all suffering. Denying South Africans health care including medication in hospitals is a travesty of justice,” she said.
Meanwhile, advocate Rabaji-Rasethaba also commended the contribution of NT and the intensive investigations conducted by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) and the support rendered by the NT and the SIU to the AFU in its attention to this matter. She said the outcome demonstrates the impact of collaborative efforts by government agencies working together in the fight for justice.
11 September 2025- The South African National Civic Organisation (SANCO) Youth Desk in Ngaka Modiri Molema District said it condemns the ‘barbaric’ treatment of the learners at Thuto Boswa Primary School in Makhubung village, near Mahikeng. This comes after learners allegedly being subjected to the highest form of human rights violation.
SANCOYD coordinator, Katlego Mogale said they were summoned by the community of Makhubung to intervene in the matter as they have on multiple occasions confronted the management of the school without foundation. Mogale said ablution facilities are not in good condition.
“Toilets are blocked and they cannot flush. Faeces are exposed and this propagates a bad odour that in return causes serious health risks to learners. It Has been two weeks since this is happening and this kind of exposure causes pathogens to spread into the air, leading to gastrointestinal illnesses like diarrhoea, cholera, malnutrition etc.
“This is an act of human rights violation. It highlights the poor management and maladministration happening in the school. According to the Constitution of South
Africa, Chapter 2: Bill of Rights, Section 24(a) which states: “Everyone has the right to an environment that is not harmful to their health or well-being.”
“Section 28(1) (c) states that: “Every child has the right to be protected from maltreatment, neglect, abuse or degradation”. So, learners are subjected to this and their rights are being exploited and violated. Therefore, we call for intervention from all relevant stakeholders such as the Department of Education and South African Human Rights
Commission (SAHRC),” he said.
Meanwhile, the North West Department of Education spokesperson, Vuyo Matshule said: “The department is aware of the situation at Thuto Boswa Primary School and the matter is receiving attention. The borehole water level has gone down as a result the water is not enough.
“Learners have also thrown stones into the pipes that are at the back of the toilets, blocking the flow system to the septic tank. The challenge has just started on 8 September 2025, and it is receiving attention.”
Matshule further said the situation does expose learners to health hazards but not all the toilets were blocked. He added that the precast toilets were used as an alternative.
“The school has called the parents meeting today to inform them about the challenges that they are facing such as shortage of water, learner discipline and vandalism at the school.
“So, the school is in the meantime buying water from the suppliers. The school has also hired a plumber to try resolving the problem. At the moment, the septic tank has been drained and the school has escalated this matter to the relevant infrastructure division within the department,” said Matshule.
He said the inspector has also visited the school to assess the condition. Matshule said the principal and the School Governing Body (SGB) are working around the clock to repair the toilets.
“The plumber is on site repairing. The school has to buy material, using 10% of Section 21 allocated for minor repairs,” he said.
10 September 2025 – The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education has welcomed the swift intervention by the Minister of Higher Education, Buti Manamela, following a briefing from the College of Cape Town (CCT) on the state of governance at the institution.
During the engagement, the committee was alarmed to learn of persistent tensions among senior managers, which have resulted in weak governance, low staff morale and disruptions to academic programmes.
The Chairperson of the Committee, Tebogo Letsie said according to the college principal, divisions within management escalated after his appointment, following unsuccessful bids for the position by two deputy principals. Letsie said he explained that this outcome sparked a prolonged power struggle, which continues to destabilise the institution.
“We welcome the department’s interventions under Section 46 of the Continuing Education and Training Act, 16 of 2006, which empowers the Minister to act where a public college is mismanaged or unable to perform its functions effectively.
“We welcome the decisiveness on this matter, as it was evident that the principal regarded this institution as his own until we called him to order. Such attitudes have no place in government institutions that are funded by the taxpayers of this country,” he said.
Letsie further said as the committee, they are hopeful that the Minister will remain firm in his decision and report back within two months on the progress and outcomes of the stabilisation team, as promised. He added that the Director-General of the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), Dr Nkosinathi Sishi, clarified that the principal is facing 21 charges, not 300 as alleged.
“The DHET’s attempts at consequence management have been frustrated, as the principal is often unavailable to respond when required.
“The committee reiterated its position that the ongoing instability at CCT cannot be allowed to compromise the academic success of students and called for urgent steps to restore stability, good governance and accountability at the institution,” said Letsie.
10 September 2025- The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s (GPL) Standing Committee on Scrutiny of Subordinate Legislation (CSSL), will conduct a Post-Legislative Scrutiny (Oversight) visit in two hospitals in Vereeniging regarding the Gauteng Health Revision of Uniform Patient Fee Schedule (UPFS) on Thursday.
This follows the Committee’s approval of the Gauteng Department of Health’s amended Regulations on the Revision of the Uniform Patient Fee Schedule (UPFS) relating to Ambulances tabled on 22 May 2025.
The Chairperson of the Committee, Matshidiso Mfikoe said this Post-Legislative Oversight visit will be the second oversight, following the visits in Tshwane last month. Mfikoe said the Committee’s approval aligns with Section 4(9)(b) of the Gauteng Scrutiny of Subordinate Legislation Act 5 of 2008 (as amended).
“The revised UPFS introduces an annual fee increment of 4.3%, ensuring sustainability while safeguarding access to healthcare for indigent patients, as enshrined in the Constitution.
“The key objectives of the oversight visits are to assess implementation of the UPFS amendments at the two Facilities as well as to engage with stakeholders to evaluate compliance and service delivery,” she said.
10 September 2025- South Africa today hosted the inaugural Tourism Investment Summit in Cape Town, led by the Minister of Tourism of the Republic of South Africa, Patricia de Lille. The Summit, which is a G20 legacy project, firmly placed tourism investment on the global agenda ahead of the G20 Tourism Ministers’ Meeting, which will take place on 12 September 2025, in Skukuza, Kruger National Park.
De Lille said they stand here not only to showcase projects, but to invite partnerships. She said South Africa is a nation at work and they are about action.
“Together, we can deliver a bold new chapter in tourism investment, for our country, for Africa, and for the world. During the Summit, eight bankable tourism projects were unveiled, representing nearly R1 billion in potential investment.
“These projects are tangible opportunities for investors in eco-tourism, hospitality infrastructure, cultural heritage tourism, and green innovation. Our projects range in size, from the God’s Window Skywalk in Mpumalanga, which is seeking an investment of R200 million ($10.4 million), to the Hole in the Wall Resort in the Eastern Cape, requiring R141 million ($7.9 million),” said De Lille.
She further said together, all these projects reflect South Africa’s readiness to welcome investment that delivers not only strong returns, but real benefits to communities. De Lille added that the projects are the Western Cape Tokai Manor Table Mountain National Park, Tshwane’s Eye of Menlyn, Mpumalanga God’s Window Skywalk, Eastern Cape Water World Fun Park in Buffalo City and Orpen Kruger Lodge.
“This includes Western Cape Groote Schuur Estate Tea Room and Restaurant, Eastern Cape Hole in the Wall Resort and Skukuza Rest Camp, Kruger National Park. The eight projects are from both the public and private sectors, with strong return on investment and high community impact.
“And this is just a fraction of what lies in our national pipeline, which is rich, diverse, and growing. We stand here not only as a nation of immense tourism potential, but also as a gateway to Africa,” emphasised De Lille.
She also stated that under the Government of National Unity, policy shifts have been adopted and demonstrate the power to unlock growth. De Lille said effective 1 June 2025, the Amended National Treasury Regulation 16 for Public-Private Partnerships came into effect, introducing greater flexibility and innovation.
“These changes enable the adoption of diverse models ranging from Design-Build-Operate partnerships to blended finance and even crowdfunding. One of the key highlights of the event was the announcement by the Secretary-General of UN Tourism, Zurab Pololikashvili, of 100 UN Tourism scholarships for South Africa.
“These scholarships will support the development of the next generation of tourism leaders, equipping young people with the skills to contribute to a sustainable, inclusive, and competitive tourism sector,” she said.
De Lille said the Summit served as a G20 Tourism Legacy platform, bringing together high-level decision-makers, investors and industry leaders to unlock new opportunities in global tourism investment. She said a major outcome was the release of the Tourism Investment Guidelines, developed in partnership with UN Tourism.
“These guidelines provide a practical roadmap for aligning investment flows with responsible, inclusive, and sustainable tourism development across the G20 and beyond. The G20 Investment Summit reaffirmed that with the right policies, guidelines, and partnerships, tourism investment can generate lasting legacies not only for global economies but also for local communities across South Africa and the world,” she said.
De Lille said reflecting on the Summit’s significance, it is about jobs, growth and transformation. She said Tourism is labour-intensive.
“Every investment here means jobs for young South Africans. Every Rand or Dollar invested is an opportunity created. And every partnership formed here will help us transform tourism into a driver of inclusive, sustainable prosperity,” said De Lille.
10 Lwetse 2025 – Sepodisi sa kwa Ganyesa se ikuela go baagi go ba thusa go batlana le Euginia Naledi Setlhare (45), yo o dulang kwa kgaolong ya Ga-Manyai kwa Tlakgameng, gaufi le Ganyesa. Go ya ka tshedimosetso go tswa kwa sepodising, go begwa fa Setlhare a bonwe la bofelo ke mogoloe mo mosong wa letsatsi la Tshipi fa kgwedi ya Phukwi e ne e tlhola matsatsi a le 27.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi mono Bokone Bophirima, Colonel Adéle Myburgh are go begwa ga Setlhare a tlhalositse fa a etela ntsalae kwa Vryburg. Myburgh are ba lelapa ba ile ba letsetsa ntsalae Setlhare kwa Vryburg, mme o ile a tlhalosa fa a sa goroga kwa go ene.
“Go ya ka tshedimosetso, Setlhare ke motho o sa itekanelang sentle mo tlhaloganyong. Go begwa fa a tlile a amogelwa kwa bookelong mabapi le bolwetsi jo. Sepodisi se ile sa bolotsa dipatlisiso, fela re ile ra boa ka nngobo e sa fotlhwa.
“Fela, go belaelwa fa Setlhare a le kwa Klerksdorp. Ka motsi wa fa a ne a nyelela, one a apere tracksuit e ntsho ka mmala, bottle neck e pududu, baki ga mmogo le di tekkies tse ditshweu. Setlhare o mosweu ka mmala, o na le matlho a ma khunou, mme o seemo se se bogareng,” Myburgh wa tlhalosa.
Myburgh are Setlhare one a tsentse meriri ya maitirelo (long, plaited and black hair). Myburgh are mongwe le mongwe o a ka tswang a na le tshedimosetso mabapi le se, a ka letsetsa mmatlisisi wa kgetsi e, eleng Sarasanta Kenny Sebogodi mo dinomorong tsa 082 374 0507, kgotsa go letsetsa seteishene sa sepodisi se se gaufi go 08600 10111.
“Tshedimosetso yotlhe e tla diriwa ya sephiri,” Myburgh wa tlhalosa.
Picture: Orbit College FC head coach, Pogisho Makhoye
By OBAKENG MAJE
10 September 2025- The Orbit College FC management has apologised to Orlando Pirates FC loaned player, Monapula Saleng, fans, supporters and the football fraternity over his comments. This comes after Orbit College FC head coach, Pogisho Makhoye expressed disappointment regarding Saleng’s performance, stating that the player’s presence negatively impacts the team’s dynamic, causing other players to rely on him and reduce their own effort.
Makhoye alleged that he spoke to Saleng, urging him to “up his game” and lead the team as a star player. However, warned that the team might have to rethink Saleng’s role if he doesn’t step up.
On 9 September 2025, the Orbit College FC posted an apology on its official Facebook page regarding the matter. The message reads” “We at Orbit College FC wish to address recent comments made by our coach regarding the performance of our player, Monnapule Saleng. We recognize that these remarks, shared last week on social media, have caused concern and disappointment among our fans, stakeholders, and the wider football community.
“We sincerely apologize for the unintended distress caused by these comments. Our intention is always to foster a positive and supportive environment for all our players, who work tirelessly to represent our club with pride and dedication.”
The message continues that Saleng is a valued member of their team, and they deeply regret any impression that his contributions have been undervalued or unfairly criticized. The club said it is committed to support its players’ growth and well-being both on and off the field.
“We acknowledge that public statements must be made with care to avoid misinterpretation or harm. Moving forward, we will take steps to ensure more thoughtful communication and continue to focus on unity, respect, and constructive dialogue within our team.
“We are in discussions with all involved parties, including Saleng, to address this matter internally and ensure that our shared goals remain at the forefront. We ask for your understanding and continued support as we work to strengthen our team and uphold the values that define Orbit College FC.
“Thank you for standing by us, and we look forward to demonstrating our commitment through our actions on and off the pitch,” said Management.
10 Lwetse 2025- Sepodisi kwa motsesetoropong wa Reivilo, gaufi le Taung, se batlisisa kgetsi ya go tshwara poo. Se, se tla morago ga gore go utswiwe di laptop ga mmogo le dilwana kwa sekolong se segolwane sa Reivilo.
Go begwa fa banna ba ba sa itsiweng, ba ile ba kgorogela batlhankedi ba tshireletso kwa sekolong fa masigo a Labobedi asa, mme ba ba bofa matsogo. Go begwa fa banna ba, ba ile ba tsena ka kgang kwa kantorong nngwe kwa sekolong, mme ba bula polokelo.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi mono Bokone Bophirima, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone are banna ba, ba ile ba utswa di laptops ga mmogo le dilo dingwe. Mokgwabone are ga gona ope o tshwerweng go fitlha ga jaana.
“Fela kgetsi e butswe, mme dipatlisiso di tsweletse. Re ikuela go mongwe le mongwe o a ka tswang a na le tshedimosetso mabapi le kgang e, go ka letsetsa sepodisi mo 08600 10111,” Mokgwabone wa tlhalosa.
Kgabagare, sebueledi sa Lefapha la Thuto mono Bokone Bophirima, Vuyo Motsule o tlhalositse fa a ka arabela dipotso go tswa kwa The Guardian Newspaper morago ga kopano, mme ga ise a dire jalo.
10 Lwetse 2025- Monna wa dingwaga di le 30, o atlholetswe dingwaga di le 20 kwa kgolegelong ke kgotlhatshekelo ya sedika ya Keimoes morago ga polao. Go begwa fa molatofadiwa, Piet Van Wyk a bolaile Gerozade Bezuidenhout (26) ka go mo tlhaba ka thipa.
Go begwa fa kgwedi ya Mopitlwe wa 2024 e ene e tlhola matsatsi a le 16, mme nako ele metsotso e le masome-a-mabedi morago ga ura ya boraro, go ile ga tsoga kgakgauthano ya mafoko magareng ga Van Wyk le Bezuidenhout. Go begwa fa Van Wyk a ile a lelekisa Bezuidenhout ka garawe.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi kwa sedikeng sa ZF Mgcawu, Sarasanta Omphile Masegela are moswi o ile a leba kwa lelapeng la gagwe. Masegela are go begwa fa morago ga nakonyana, molatofadiwa o ile a latela moswi kwa gagwe a tshwere dithipa tse pedi.
“Go ile ga tsoga kgakgauthano gape, mme Van Wyk o ile a tlhaba Bezuidenhout ka thipa mo sehubeng. Go begwa fa Bezuidenhout a ile a tlhokafala ka gagwe morago ga dikgobalo.
“Kgetsi ya polao e ile ya bulwa kwa seteisheneng sa sepodisi sa Keimoes. Batlhankedi ba sepodisi ba ile ba romelwa kwa lefelong la tiragalo, mme ga bolodiwa dipatlisiso,” Masegela wa tlhalosa.
Masegela are molatofadiwa o ile a tshaba, fela o ile a tshwarwa moragonyana. Masegela are thipa e e dirisitsweng go bolaya moswi, e ile ya bonwa.
“Molatofadiwa o ile a neelwa beile fa go tsweleditswe dipatlisiso. Van Wyk o ile a atlholelwa dingwaga di le 20 kwa kgolegelong,” Masegela wa tlhalosa.
Kgabagare, mokomishinara wa sedika kwa ZFM, Major General Monica Sebili, o akgotse mmatlisisi wa kgetsi, Constable Eshley Jonkers ka go batlisisa kgetsi ka manontlhotlho.
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