Crime
Former attorney convicted of stealing RAF payouts
Mmela was subsequently granted bail. However, after absconding, she was re-arrested and remained in custody.
News
R11 billion assets linked to State Capture Commission recovered
The criminal investigations and prosecutions work has resulted in the conclusion of four state capture commission cases with guilty verdicts.
Crime
Magda Wierzycka: FSCA warns of imposter posing as SA’s richest woman
The FSCA has warned the public about scammers impersonating Magda Wierzycka on social media to solicit fake investments.
Crime
North West Education Department fined R20,000 for fraud
A North West Education Department employee has been fined R20,000 for fraud after creating ghost employees who received R150,000 in salaries.
News
SARS warns contaminated diesel is becoming prevalent in South Africa
SARS has confirmed that contaminated diesel and other fuel fraud are widespread, costing South Africa billions in lost revenue annually.
News
Inside the Gupta Saxonworld mansions going on auction in July 2025
Three Saxonwold mansions linked to the Gupta family will be auctioned on 24 July 2025.
Local
SIU stops Selaelo Selota from selling Mercedes-Benz C200 Avantgarde amid NLC fraud probe
The SIU has obtained a preservation order to stop Selaelo Phillemon Selota from selling a Mercedes-Benz allegedly bought with stolen NLC funds.
Crime
Alleged Table View druglord arrested with R1 million cash
Cape Town police arrested a foreign national in Table View after discovering over R1 million in cash and several bank cards, prompting charges of theft and cybercrime.
Crime
Nedbank Cup final: Man arrested for selling ‘sponsored’ Soweto Derby tickets
A man was arrested outside Moses Mabhida Stadium for selling tickets issued to sponsors ahead of the Soweto Derby in Durban.
News
Court grants Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula access to State’s discovery in fraud case
The Gauteng High Court has ruled that former defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is entitled to access key parts of the state’s sealed investigation docket in her fraud case.
Crime
Michael Lomas: Accused Eskom fraudster bail set to be determined today
The Johannesburg High Court will decide today whether former businessman Michael Lomas, accused in Eskom’s Kusile corruption case, will be granted bail.
Crime
Chinese nationals arrested for running fake liquor factory in Westonaria
Police in Westonaria have raided a massive fake liquor factory, arresting nine people, including two Taiwanese nationals, for manufacturing counterfeit alcohol and exploiting undocumented workers.
News
French company embroiled in drivers license machine tender scandal breaks silence
French company Idemia responds after Transport Minister Barbara Creecy orders a legal review of the controversial driver’s license card machine tender flagged for irregularities by the Auditor-General.
News
Transport Ministry launches investigation into drivers license card tender
The Transport Ministry has launched an investigation into the Driving License Card Machines tender after an Auditor-General report flagged irregularities in the procurement process.
News
Kabelo Gwamanda left with ruined reputation after NPA drops fraud case
The NPA has provisionally withdrawn fraud charges against former Johannesburg mayor Kabelo Gwamanda, but legal and political uncertainties remain.
News
Special Tribunal declares R600 million AngloGold Ashanti Hospital contract unlawful
The Special Tribunal has declared the R600 million AngloGold Ashanti Hospital lease and refurbishment contracts unlawful, following an SIU investigation into COVID-19 procurement irregularities.
Local
Chidimma Adetshina’s mother arrested in Cape Town: Here’s what we know
Chidimma Adetshina’s mother, Anabela Rungo, has been detained in Cape Town after authorities found she remained in SA illegally. Here’s what we know.
News
Several charges withdrawn in Danny Jordaan fraud case
The NPA has withdrawn key charges in Danny Jordaan’s fraud case. The case now hinges on four remaining counts.
Crime
Gauteng SAPS flying squad caught on camera accepting bribe
Gauteng SAPS has launched an internal investigation after a viral video allegedly showed Soweto Flying Squad officers accepting a bribe. Authorities are urging the victim to come forward.
News
Eskom uncovers illicit ring operating internally in sale of illegal prepaid electricity tokens
Eskom has uncovered an internal fraud ring selling illegal prepaid electricity tokens, as revealed in its FY2024 performance report.
Crime
Asset Forfeiture seizes property linked to Nedbank R157 million fraud
Authorities have seized R55 million in assets linked to Nedbank’s R157 million fraud case.
Viral News
Walter Magaya: UNISA refutes claims made by self-proclaimed Zim prophet
UNISA has refuted claims that Zimbabwean prophet Walter Magaya is a graduate of the institution, confirming he was never registered or awarded a qualification.
News
SASSA to suspend SRD grants where fraud is suspected
But the electronic system which allows beneficiaries to prove their identities has also been suspended.
News
Edumarks shuts down servers as probe into R100 matric sales heats up
South African company Edumarks allegedly sold leaked matric results for R100. Here’s what we know about the scandal and DBE’s investigation.
News
Danny Jordaan’s fraud case postponed over legal representation conflict
The delay comes as the state contests the appointment of Jordaan’s legal representative, Advocate Norman Arendse.
News
Kusile fraud accused Trindade declared unfit to stand trial as case continues
The psychiatric assessment, conducted by experts at Sterkfontein Psychiatric Hospital, also highlighted Trindade’s frail physical condition.
Crime
Bail ruling due for siblings accused of defrauding ‘Noem My Skollie’ actor David Manuel
In deciding whether to grant bail, the court will determine if the release of Wanda and Sindiswa Mbele serves the interest of justice.
Crime
License examiner held for bribing anti-corruption investigators
The official was under investigation by the Road Traffic Management Corporation’s national traffic anti-corruption unit and the Hawks - following allegations that he was involved in corrupt practices involving the fraudulent issuing of driving licences at the centre.
News
SASSA plans to roll out facial recognition to curb SRD fraud
The social security agency had piloted the Face ID program in the past but faced serious push-back from civil society.
News
National Lottery Commission fires two execs over R32m fraud
The National Lottery Commission fired two senior officials over R32m fraud after an SIU probe.
