Vatsonga Machangani Civil Movement president Vuxaka “St Paul Hagiazo” Mavasa has ruled out transforming the organisation into a political party, insisting that its primary objective is to unite the Vatsonga Machangani community and advocate for its interests beyond party-political divisions. Mavasa made the remarks on Tuesday outside Malamulele Magistrate’s Court, where he was attending proceedings in the high-profile murder case involving slain Limpopo comedian Ndivhuwo Khaidzianii, popularly known on social media as Skeem Mafenya. The 31-year-old mining businessman said the…

Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs have sent a clear warning to each other ahead of Saturday’s eagerly anticipated Soweto Derby after both giants recorded convincing victories in the Carling Knockout Cup on Tuesday night, setting the stage for a blockbuster Betway Premiership encounter at FNB Stadium. The Buccaneers and Amakhosi each scored three unanswered goals in their respective Round of 16 fixtures, giving their supporters plenty to celebrate while adding extra spice to a rivalry that rarely needs an introduction.…

The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety has strongly condemned the behaviour of a Mercedes-Benz driver arrested for allegedly travelling at 194km/h on the N1 near Sondela in Modimolle on Monday morning. The department expressed concern over motorists who continue to disregard road safety regulations, warning that reckless driving puts the lives of innocent road users at risk. In a media statement, the department said Limpopo traffic officers arrested the driver after clocking 194km/h. The motorist was subsequently detained…

Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns will be desperate to put their disappointing CAF exits behind them when they return to domestic action in the Carling Knockout Cup on Tuesday night, while Orlando Pirates will be looking to carry their continental success into the last-16 encounter. The three South African football heavyweights head into the midweek fixtures with contrasting levels of confidence after their respective continental campaigns delivered mixed results over the weekend. Chiefs were eliminated by Zambia’s Red Arrows on…

EASTERN CAPE — Suspended Attorney Precious Muleya, whose arrest at OR Tambo International Airport followed an alleged period of evading arrest, will face the next stage of a R5.2 million Road Accident Fund (RAF) fraud case in the KuGompo Specialised Commercial Crimes Court after the magistrates’ court denied her bail. Muleya, a Zimbabwean national and former practising attorney, is expected to make her first appearance in the specialised commercial crimes court on 11 November 2026, following the decision to keep…

Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga has called on the Malamulele Magistrate’s Court to deny bail to the three suspects accused of murdering Limpopo comedian Ndivhuwo Khadziani, popularly known as Skeem Mafenya. Chikunga made the call on Thursday while addressing hundreds of mourners at the Malamulele Community Hall during the memorial service of the young comedian, whose death has left his family, friends, colleagues and the entertainment industry devastated. The suspects are…

Police in Malamulele have launched a manhunt for a gang of armed suspects who allegedly stormed Nkatini High School in Xigalo Village, Limpopo, tied up four staff members and robbed learners of 41 school tablets and 15 cellphones during an overnight study session. The incident occurred at approximately 03:00 on Wednesday, 21 October 2026, while learners were studying under the supervision of four staff members at the school in Vhembe district. According to the South African Police Service (SAPS) in…

Deputy Minister of Police Dr Polly Boshielo has taken a swipe at controversial social media personality Nkgodisheng Paul Madubanya, popularly known as Tsaka RSA, over his unruly behaviour online, saying his alleged disrespect towards police officers has caught up with him following his arrest. Boshielo made the remarks on Tuesday while addressing communities during the launch of the newly built Bakenberg and Villa Nora police stations in the Waterberg District, alongside National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola and newly appointed…

Embattled attorney Charlotte Tibana and her husband, Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) officer Peter “Gagash” Nonyane, who are in hot water for alleged estate fraud and money laundering, will learn their fate on Thursday. This is when the Limpopo High Court in Polokwane will deliver judgment in their appeal against the refusal of bail in the alleged R11 million deceased estates fraud and money laundering case. The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Limpopo Division confirmed on Wednesday that judgment had been…

A businessman who was granted R30,000 bail will join 40 co-accused when the R114 million Mpumalanga Department of Education corruption and money-laundering case returns to court on 1 December 2026. Zama Fakude, 46, was granted bail on Wednesday after the State indicated that it would not oppose his application. The court ordered him to surrender his travel documents to the investigating officer and refrain from interfering with State witnesses. Police said Fakude handed himself over on 15 October 2026. He…