Kabelo Gwamanda arrested: Former Joburg mayor charged over insurance scam
Former Joburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda has been arrested over an insurance scam.
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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.
Crime
Mandisa Ndletyana: Ex-Absa Bank manager part of trio sentenced for R1m credit card fraud scam
Former Absa Bank manager Mandisa Ndletyana and two accomplices have been sentenced for orchestrating a R1 million credit card fraud scheme involving trafficked individuals.
Crime
Fidelis Moema remanded in custody over R16m KPMG fraud
Fidelis Moema, a 32-year-old bursary specialist, is in custody facing charges related to a R16m fraud against KPMG.
News
Mapisa-Nqakula’s legal gambit falters: Court declines to block arrest bid
A Pretoria High Court ruling struck down Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s application to prevent arrest, escalating her legal and political challenges.
Viral News
Who is Kudakwashe Mpofu? – Qualifications, work experience and controversies
The Pretoria Magistrate’s Court has postponed Kudakwashe Mpofu’s fraud case, accused of using a fraudulent permit in South Africa.
Crime
Markus Jooste has a month to pay R475 million fine, FSCA rules
Markus Jooste, former CEO of Steinhoff International, has been fined R475 million by the FSCA for his role in the company’s accounting fraud, with payment due by April 2024.
News
Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula home raided: Here’s everything we know
The home of Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, Speaker of Parliament, was raided as part of a fraud investigation. Here’s a detailed look at the events and implications.
Crime
Jacobus Stephanus Geldenhuis: FSCA raises red flags over alleged serial Ponzi schemer
Jacobus Stephanus Geldenhuis, already under the intense scrutiny of the FSCA, allegedly continues his elaborate Ponzi scheme, the financial watchdog warns.
Crime
Scammer fakes identity of Deputy Chief Justice Maya
The OCJ said the scammers are using WhatsApp to lure in unsuspecting victims.