Crime
Hamilton Ndlovu defies order to give up R6 million luxury assets
On Thursday, the Special Tribunal found Ndlovu in contempt for his failure to forfeit specific luxury items, as previously directed.
News
Danny Jordaan arrested over R1.3 million SAFA fraud
The Hawks confirmed that Jordaan and his co-accused were detained following a raid earlier this year at SAFA’s offices in Johannesburg.
News
Sekhukhune municipal manager sentence suspended in R230 million VBS scandal
Mohlala’s conviction relates to the illegal investment of municipal funds into VBS Mutual Bank, contravening the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA).
Technology
Netflix Europe offices raided over tax fraud charges
Netflix, the household name in streaming, is facing accusations that it may have side-stepped some serious tax bills in France by channelling French revenue through its Dutch branch, Netflix International BV.
Crime
Former Nedbank employee and 13 co-accused in court for R157 million fraud
A former Nedbank employee and 13 co-accused face Palm Ridge court today over R157 million fraud and money laundering allegations.
Crime
Nachy Britz: Serial con artist gets 5 years for car fraud scam
Nachy Britz was sentenced to 15 years in North West for defrauding victims in a luxury car import scam.
Crime
Louis Liebenberg abandons bail: Here are the latest updates
Diamond dealer Louis Liebenberg, accused of masterminding a R4 billion diamond scam, has abandoned his bail application.
Crime
Louis Liebenberg and wife arrested in explosive money laundering scandal
Louis Liebenberg and his wife Dezzi were arrested on Tuesday night in connection with a massive R4 billion diamond investment scam.
News
Kabelo Gwamanda arrested: Former Joburg mayor charged over insurance scam
Former Joburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda has been arrested over an insurance scam.
Technology
StarSat goes dark after raids at South Africa broadcast station
StarSat went offline after ICASA raided its Midrand office due to a licensing issue. The company is pursuing legal options to restore services.
Crime
Andries Benjamin La Grange entered into plea deal with State in Steinhoff fraud case
Ex Steinhoff CFO Andries Benjamin La Grange sentenced to 10 years, five suspended, after a plea deal. Here's what we know.
Crime
SIU welcomes extradition of Michael Lomas
Lomas was arrested in April 2021. He is one of five accused of the alleged crimes.
Crime
Watch: Alleged Eskom fraudster lands in South Africa [video]
Alleged Eskom fraudster Michael Lomas, extradited from the UK, landed in South Africa today. The ailing suspect arrived in a wheelchair under strict supervision.
Crime
Eight suspects linked to City of Cape Town tender fraud arrested in sting operation
In a statement issued by the Western Cape SAPS on Tuesday, the department confirmed that four of the suspects were apprehended in Johannesburg, while the others were arrested in Cape Town and the Eastern Cape.
Crime
Woman charged in R2.8m Windhoek International School fraud was hiding in Pretoria
According to court documents, Maria Coetzee transferred over N$2.8 million from the school’s bank account into three accounts under her name.
News
Investigation uncovers disturbing claims about Chris Hani’s daughters
Home Affairs records show that Nosipho Hani Khumalo, Vanessa Phindile Madonsela, and Cleopatra Tunyiswa have no legitimate ties to Chris Hani.
Crime
Top Free State municipal officials arrested for fraud
The former municipal manager and department director in the Dihlabeng Local Municipality appeared in court on Friday
Local
Home Affairs unveils new findings in Chidimma Adetshina alleged identity fraud
The department's probe has uncovered potential fraud linked to Adetshina’s mother, who allegedly stole the identity of an innocent South African woman.
Crime
Moroadi Cholota bail conditions: Here’s what you must know
The decision came after the court determined that there was insufficient evidence to label her a flight risk, despite the State’s arguments to the contrary.
News
‘Barely on’ digital systems at SA airports take centre stage in R115m tender scandal
The decision, ACSA explained, follows the discovery of "prima facie evidence of wrongdoing" related to a biometric and digital identity technology project.
Viral News
Implications of Home Affairs findings on Chidimma Adetshina’s citizenship
Here, we analyse the potential implications for Chidimma Adetshina, her participation in the 2024 Miss South Africa pageant, and the possible legal consequences.
Viral News
Home Affairs makes shocking findings on Chidimma Adetshina’s citizenship
The Department of Home Affairs has released new details regarding its ongoing investigation into the citizenship of Chidimma Adetshina.
News
Public Works Dept lost R300 million to cyber theft in 10 years
The Department of Public Works revealed a decade-long cyber theft of R300 million, with four officials suspended and investigations ongoing.
News
Gayton McKenzie could be exposed for alleged corruption: Here’s what we know
Gayton McKenzie is under scrutiny for alleged corruption after a court ordered him to reveal the financial details of a 2022 gala dinner.
International
Sean Kingston’s mom posts bail in jewellery heist case
Sean Kingston's mom, Janice Turner, posted a $160,000 bond and was released from jail after being charged with grand theft and fraud.
News
SA Tourism recoups R35 million linked to irregular payments
Several irregular payments were made for services not rendered by South African Tourism’s US and South Africa offices.
Viral News
Johann Steynberg dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Johann Steynberg, the former CEO of Mirror Trading International, has reportedly died while under house arrest in Brazil.
Crime
Krugersdorp police seize R250k worth of counterfeit goods from fake jeweller
In Krugersdorp, police have confiscated counterfeit branded watches valued at R250,000 and arrested a suspect for violating the Counterfeit Goods Act.
News
Who is Berdine Odendaal? – Markus Jooste’s ex-lover loses R60 million assets in SARS seizure
The SA Reserve Bank has seized over R60 million in assets from Berdine Odendaal, the former romantic partner of the late Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste.
Crime
Fidelis Moema hard luck worsens after exes agree to turn state
Fidelis Moema faces increased legal troubles as ex-girlfriends agree to testify against him in the KPMG R16.5 million fraud case.
