Alleged Crime Kingpin ‘Cat’ Matlala Pleads Guilty in SAPS Tender Scandal

Alleged underworld figure and businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has pleaded guilty to all charges against him in the controversial SAPS Medicare24 tender corruption case, marking a major development in one of South Africa’s most closely watched corruption investigations.

Matlala appeared in the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court in Pretoria on Thursday, where it emerged that he had entered into a plea and sentence agreement with the State relating to fraud, corruption and money laundering charges linked to a multimillion-randREAD MORE

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gauteng has welcomed the conviction of Rassie Nkuna and former South African Police Service (SAPS) member Jacob Chego for the 2022 murders of Lucky Mogashoa and his pregnant wife, Sabeliwe Mogashoa.

The party said judgment, handed down by the Pretoria High Court on Wednesday, marks a major development in a case that has been linked to the criminal network allegedly responsible for the

Bafana Bafana have reached the knockout phase of the FIFA World Cup for the first time in history after group stage exits in 1998, 2002 and 2010.

Hugo Broos’s men beat South Korea 1-0 at the Estadio Monterrey, Mexico, in the early hours of Thursday morning to finish as the runners-up in Group A and progress to the Round of 32.

Bafana Bafana will take on Canada on Sunday in Los Angeles, USA, for a place inREAD MORE

Johannesburg is scrambled upon as a preferred laboratory for testing all sorts of devilish experiments.

Perhaps we must consider how we tackle South African public discourse and liberate it from being Johannesburg-centric. Regrettably, for now, Johannesburg occupies a New York state of mind. If one makes it here, it is believed one will make it anywhere. Frank Sinatra sang it. Shirley Bassey sang it. Lou Rawls sang it. Repeated with rhythmic melody, we believed it.

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Once upgraded, it will be able to process up to 400,000 tonnes of solid household waste annually⁠

In Al Ain, one of the largest cities in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, preparations have begun for a large-scale modernisation of the household waste recycling plant. This was reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS.

The plant will be equipped with state-of-the-art mechanical sorting systems andREAD MORE

Former Bafana Bafana coach Dr Pitso Mosimane says the national team must play with “courage” against South Korea on Thursday morning (3 AM South African time).

It is a must-win match for Bafana Bafana, who are at the bottom of Group A with one point.

“As Bafana Bafana proudly carry the hopes of a nation onto the global stage, we salute their dedication and commitment to representing South Africa with pride,” says Mosimane.

“Wishing the teamREAD MORE

The discovery helps shed light on the origins of modern birds

Chinese scientists have discovered a new species of feathered dinosaur that lived around 120 million years ago. The find may help us better understand the evolutionary path that led dinosaurs to develop the ability to fly, reports China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS.

The fossil was found in north-eastern China, in Liaoning province. Scientists managed toREAD MORE

In the current hype surrounding “Mabahambe” in South Africa, we risk losing an important opportunity for serious intellectual and analytical engagement. What is most concerning is that even some of the African voices we typically respect seem hesitant to interrogate the deeper structural issues confronting our societies.

Today, I choose not to engage the question of the Berlin borders. Whatever their historical origins and consequences, African states have collectively chosen to recognise them and to organise their politicalREAD MORE

The authorities believe that deeper economic integration could create new opportunities for businesses and stimulate sustainable growth in both countries

Tunisian Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohamed Ali Nafti and South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola held a telephone conversation to discuss prospects for further strengthening bilateral cooperation. This was reported by Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP), a partner of TV BRICS.

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Durban City has announced the appointment of Khalil Ben Youssef as the Club’s new Head Coach ahead of the 2026/27 season.

The 37-year-old spent last season at Kaizer Chiefs working as a head coach alongside Cedric Kaze.

Ben Youssef, who holds a CAF A Licence, brings extensive coaching experience from across Africa and the Middle East, according to the club.

“Having worked in Tunisia, Morocco, Tanzania, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, he has developedREAD MORE