Dodgy R646 million water contract in South Africa
The SIU welcomed a Tribunal ruling setting aside AECOM’s R646.5 million KZN water contract, which was unlawfully inflated, breached procurement rules, and caused major losses.
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Three task teams later but Joburg water crisis is worsening
The City of Joburg is facing ongoing protests due to persistent water cuts, with some residents experiencing outages lasting up to a month. To address these issues, a fourth Intergovernmental Water War Room was launched in Midrand.
The two companies South Africa must fix to save its economy
Business confidence in South Africa is closely linked to the performance of state-owned enterprises, but slow and inconsistent reform progress is holding back investments needed to boost the economy.
Paul O’Sullivan disputes accusation about R100,000 payment
Money was a refund for cost incurred for extra security arrangements for a witness
COURT BATTLE: Further delay in Danny Jordaan fraud case as co-accused enlists new legal representative
Representing South African Football Association President Danny Jordaan, as well the federation’s Chief Financial Officer Gronie Hluyo and former acting CEO Russell Paul, advocate Victor Nkhwashu once again argued for the dismissal of the matter, pending a high court review of a Hawks search and seizure at Safa House in 2024. Once more, the State rubbished this stance.
Three years of disruptions loom for major South African airport
Cape Town International Airport will begin a R9 billion upgrade next month that will cause passenger delays and disruptions for the next three years.
Crime chasing rich South Africans out of the country
Concerns about crime, the future of their children and career prospects have driven more than 1 million rich and well-educated South Africans to emigrate.
Prosecution decisions on Julius Mkhwanazi, Mbhense case ‘imminent’, says Ipid head
The decision on whether to prosecute Julius Mkhwanazi for alleged fraud and corruption related to fitting blue lights on vehicles for Vusimusi Matlala’s security company is imminent, says Ipid acting head of investigations.
POLL | Taps across Joburg have been running dry for weeks
Water outages have left residents and businesses frustrated
‘Blatant lies’: O’Sullivan dismisses Mkhwanazi’s allegations
Forensic investigator Paul O’Sullivan has vehemently denied allegations that he infiltrated the Independent Police Investigative Directorate or any other state organs.
This is how VW torture tests cars for South African conditions
Volkswagen conducts rigorous testing on its locally produced vehicles, such as the Polo and Polo Vivo, at its Kariega plant in South Africa to ensure durability under local conditions.
Minister reveals big change to BEE in South Africa
South Africa has removed BEE participation requirements at the mining prospecting stage to boost exploration and investment, while retaining transformation rules at production level.
Citizens demand action on jobs, crime, and healthcare ahead of Sona
As President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares for the state of the nation address, citizens express urgent concerns about unemployment, crime, and a faltering healthcare system, seeking actionable plans from the government.
IN PICTURES: On this day: Nelson Mandela’s walk to freedom
Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in prison, on Robben Island, at Pollsmoor and finally at Victor Verster. On 11 February 1990, amid mounting domestic unrest and growing international pressure, President F.W. de Klerk ordered his release — a moment that reshaped South Africa’s future.
‘I’m not here for a kangaroo court,’ complains Paul O’Sullivan
The forensic investigator has threatened to withdraw his participation
Back-to-back matches for AmaZulu will be a good test, says coach Zwane
Arthur Zwane says this will help Usuthu’s mindset in qualifying for the Caf Confed Cup