Black Axe Nigerians extradited to US over R100m scam
Six Nigerians extradited to US over an alleged R100 million Black Axe romance scam that targeted more than 100 American women.
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NPA refuses to drop Nthabiseng Nzama’s money laundering charges: What it means for the Cat Matlala case
Nthabiseng Nzama's money laundering charges will proceed, the NPA confirmed on 23 March 2026. Here is the full story behind the case that has gripped South Africa.
News
South Africa on the verge of exiting FAFT grey list – Here’s what it means
The FAFT grey list verdict is expected on Friday, with experts saying South Africa has fulfilled all required reforms and could finally be removed from the list after nearly two years under global financial scrutiny.
Podcasts
Nicole Johnson loophole: How an accused money launderer bought a R5m Sea Point flat from prison [PODCAST]
Nicole Johnson’s R5m Sea Point apartment purchase exposed systemic failures in South Africa’s anti-money laundering laws — here’s how she did it.
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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
Bushiri has no intention of being extradited to South Africa
Malawi’s court ruled in favour of extraditing Shepherd and Mary Bushiri to South Africa, but the couple has appealed the decision to avoid standing trial.
Crime
Darren Wilken’s alleged accomplice’s case postponed: Here’s the latest
The court proceedings were brief, with the accused’s legal representative confirming that she intends to apply for bail at her next appearance.
Crime
Darren Wilken’s girlfriend arrested in connection with child porn ring
The woman, a web designer, was detained on Thursday after police reportedly found 10 million images of child pornography in her possession.
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
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
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.
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.
Crime
Hamilton Ndlovu luxury car fleet goes on auction
Today’s auction, while a spectacle of wealth and power, was a poignant cautionary tale of how quickly fortunes can turn when built on unethical foundations.
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.
Crime
Carol Ann Avent: Mastermind behind R11.5 million money laundering scheme appears in court
Carol Ann Avent allegedly roped her family in a money laundering scam that cost her former employer, Transco CC. R11.5 million in losses.
Crime
Gqeberha Spar HR manager in court for milking R592K using ghost workers
A former HR manager from a Super Spar in Gqeberha is accused of defrauding the company of over R592 000 using ghost workers.
Crime
Fourways woman detained for crypto fraud and money laundering
The wife of an alleged fraudster was apprehended in Fourways, implicated in a cryptocurrency scheme that defrauded an investor of a substantial sum.
Crime
Sam Bankman-Fried epic fall from grace ends in guilty verdict: Here’s what to expect
FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried found guilty; a steep fall for the crypto tycoon.
Crime
Seven suspects in court for alleged R2 million UIF fraud
The suspects face 220 counts of theft, UIF fraud and money laundering while an eighth suspect is still being sought.
Viral News
Zimbabwe govt vows to crack down on ‘gold mafia’
Zimbabwe's government says it takes the allegations "very seriously" and will investigate the matter thoroughly.
Technology
FTX locates billions of dollars of assets
Andy Dietderich, an attorney for FTX, has revealed that more than $5 billion of assets have now been located.
Crime
Watch: Hawks swoop in on alleged ‘Zama Zama’ kingpins [video]
Colonel Katlego Mogale, Hawks spokesperson, in a statement, said project 'Gillette' resulted in six suspects being arrested on Tuesday.
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Crime
Gupta-linked Iqbal Sharma back in court to defend assets
Iqbal Sharma's properties in Sandton could be handed to the State if the court rules against him, on Friday.
Crime
Nelson Mandela Bay looting: 11 suspects in court for tender fraud
Nelson Mandela Bay's public health directorate has been thrust into a money laundering scam that cost the municipality R26 million.
Crime
Senior EC health official pleads guilty to fraud
Baxolile Ngoloyi pleaded guilty to defrauding the Eastern Cape's Dept of Health of more than R350 000.
Viral News
Who is Hushpuppi? – IG influencer nabbed in R19.3bn scam
On Instagram, he was the lavish lifestyle extraordinaire. In reality, Hushpuppi is allegedly part of a notorious North Korean hacker ring that has stolen billions of dollars.
Crime
Shepherd Bushiri extradition could take seven years
Shepherd Bushiri and his wife will hear the verdict on their application to have their arrest deemed constitutionally unlawful, on Monday, 14 December, at a Lilongwe high court.