# Tshwane Talks


## Posts

- [TSHWANE SPEAKER LEADS BOYS DIALOGUE AT ZONDERWATER TO STEER LEARNERS AWAY FROM CRIME](https://tshwanetalks.com/tshwane-speaker-leads-boys-dialogue-at-zonderwater-to-steer-learners-away-from-crime/): By Mzwandile Khathi Media Relations Specialist The Office of the Speaker, in partnership with the Zonderwater Correctional Services in Cullinan, hosted a Boys Dialogue programme involving learners from Zithobeni Secondary School. The initiative, led by the Speaker of Council, Cllr Mncedi Ndzwanana, aimed to discourage young people from romanticising crime while encouraging informed decision-making, positive life choices, and responsible citizenship. The programme forms part of the Office of the Speaker’s ongoing efforts to contribute towards safer communities through youth development and awareness initiatives. During the engagement, learners participated in a candid dialogue with serving inmates, who shared personal accounts of ... Read more
- [TRUCKS BURNT DOWN ON N3 HIGHWAY IN VOSLOORUS](https://tshwanetalks.com/trucks-burnt-down-on-n3-highway-in-vosloorus/): Three trucks were burnt down on the N3 highway in Vosloorus, East Rand on Wednesday. It is reported that several armed men brazenly blocked the highway and started firing shots at oncoming trucks. The incident happened between the R550 and R23 offramps. The drivers of the trucks abandoned their vehicles and fled on foot. No injuries were reported as the drivers apparently managed to escape unharmed. Police have opened cases of attempted murder and malicious damage to property. No suspects have been arrested and the police’s investigations are still continuing regarding the incident. There are suspicions that the incident was ... Read more
- [PROGRESSIVE FORCES OF SOUTH AFRICA WANT LUNGU TO BE BURIED IN ZAMBIA AND NOT IN SA](https://tshwanetalks.com/progressive-forces-of-south-africa-want-lungu-to-be-buried-in-zambia-and-not-in-sa/): The Progressive Forces of South Africa organisation wants the body of the late Zambian President Edgar Lungu to be buried in his homeland of Zambia and not in South Africa. The organisation attended the Pretoria High Court hearing on Thursday to show its support for the Zambian government and the SAPS, both of whom want Lungu’s body to be repatriated to Zambia for a state funeral. “We are here to picket outside the court to show support for the Zambian government and the SAPS, and we are pleased that an out-of-court settlement has been reached by the Lungu family and ... Read more
- [336 SUSPECTS APPREHENDED WITH UNLICENSED FIREARM RECOVERED IN DISCIPLINE TSHWANE DISTRICT OPERATION](https://tshwanetalks.com/336-suspects-apprehended-with-unlicensed-firearm-recovered-in-discipline-tshwane-district-operation/): Law enforcement working tirelessly in Cullinan and Brokhonspriut photos supplied By Captain Johan van Dyk Tshwane District Communication Coordinator ​ With continued efforts to adress criminal activities, the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Tshwane, led by District Commissioner Major-General Samuel Thine, executed a multidisciplinary operation on Thursday. The operation primarily targeted the Bronkhorstspruit and Cullinan policing precincts. Once again​supported by the Department of Home Affairs, Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD), Gauteng Provincial Traffic, and local Community Policing Forums (CPFs), the multi-disciplinary approach resulted in the arrest of 336 suspects for various offenses. ​District detectives once again tracked and apprehended ... Read more
- [FAILING MUNICIPALITIES ARE NOT A TECHNICAL PROBLEM, THEY ARE A FAILURE OF ACCOUNTABILITY](https://tshwanetalks.com/failing-municipalities-are-not-a-technical-problem-they-are-a-failure-of-accountability/): Siyabulela JentileHuman Rights Activist By Siyabulela Jentile Civic Root Managing Director Civic Root Advocacy notes the convening of an extended President’s Coordinating Council to address failing municipalities. While this step is necessary, it also confirms what millions of South Africans have long been experiencing. The crisis in local government is not new. It is entrenched in the daily realities of communities; seen in dry taps, collapsing infrastructure, inconsistent waste collection, and the growing absence of a capable and responsive state at the local level. The gathering of mayors, municipal managers, and national stakeholders reflects the scale of the problem. However, ... Read more
- [MANHUNT LAUNCHED AFTER TWO CRIME INTELLIGENCE OFFICERS SHOT, ONE KILLED](https://tshwanetalks.com/manhunt-launched-after-two-crime-intelligence-officers-shot-one-killed/): By Brigadier Athlenda Mathe SAPS Spokesperson The South African Police Service (SAPS), Acting National Commissioner, Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane says maximum resources have been mobilised to huntdown a group of brazen criminals who attacked two crime intelligence officers this afternoon in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The attack on the Crime Intelligence officers happened in the Mount Edgecomb area in Durban. Tragically, a member who was the driver of the state vehicle has succumbed to the gunshot wounds at the scene. Another member, who was also shot and wounded during the attack, has been airlifted to hospital and is currently receiving urgent medical ... Read more
- [SANPARKS SHOWCASE INCLUSIVE CONSERVATION THROUGH INFLUENCER AND MEDIA EXCURSION IN RICHTERSVELD NATIONAL PARK](https://tshwanetalks.com/sanparks-showcase-inclusive-conservation-through-influencer-and-media-excursion-in-richtersveld-national-park/): The South African National Parks (SANParks) successfully hosted an influencer and media excursion in Richtersveld National Park photos supplied By JP Louw SANParks Head of Communications & Spokesperson The South African National Parks (SANParks) successfully hosted an influencer and media excursion in Richtersveld National Park from 23 to 27 April 2027. Situated in the remote north-western corner of South Africa along the Orange River, Richtersveld National Park forms part of the Richtersveld Cultural and Botanical Landscape, globally recognised for its exceptional cultural and environmental significance. The area is renowned for its dramatic desert mountains, endemic biodiversity, and the living heritage ... Read more
- [CHINESE AUTOMAKERS ANSWER MISA'S CALL JETOUR TO PRODUCE SUVs IN SOUTH AFRICA](https://tshwanetalks.com/chinese-automakers-answer-misas-call-jetour-to-produce-suvs-in-south-africa/): By Sonja Carstens Manager of MISA’s Media & Communication Department MISA, the Motor Industry Staff Association, celebrates Jetour’s announcement that it will begin manufacturing vehicles in South Africa, by leveraging from Chery’s recent acquisition of Nissan’s Rosslyn assembly plant in Gauteng. This development is a significant boost for the automotive sector, and it is a clear validation of MISA’s consistent call for Chinese automakers to invest in local production. Earlier this year, MISA, as the largest trade union in the Motor sector, raised this issue sharply in its engagement with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC), urging government ... Read more
- [SOUTH AFRICA'S IMMIGRATION CRISIS IS NOT MERELY A NATIONAL ISSUES](https://tshwanetalks.com/south-africas-immigration-crisis-is-not-merely-a-national-issues/): By Themba Masango (SG) Not In My Name International. It is a regional governance failure demanding an honest and permanent SADC solution. The strain on our public services is a symptom of a deeper problem. While we acknowledge our shared destiny with the continent, we must ask: why has Zimbabwe become the singular source of a regional displacement crisis? Is it South Africa’s sole responsibility to absorb the consequences of another nation’s political and socio-economic collapse? The core issue is not nationality, but legality and control. With an estimated one million Zimbabweans among over three million immigrants in South Africa, ... Read more
- [JMPD ISSUES ROAD SAFETY ADVISORY AHEAD OF THE WORKERS’ DAY LONG WEEKEND](https://tshwanetalks.com/jmpd-issues-road-safety-advisory-ahead-of-the-workers-day-long-weekend/): By Superintendent Xolani Fihla Spokesperson Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department As the City of Johannesburg prepares for the upcoming Workers’ Day long weekend, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) is issuing a firm reminder to all road users to prioritise safety and strictly follow the rules of the road. With an expected rise in traffic volumes on our city’s main routes and freeways, our main aim is to ensure that every resident and visitor reaches their destination safely. To this end, the JMPD will be out in full force with increased visibility and zero tolerance for lawlessness. Alcohol remains one of ... Read more
- [FIRM BORDERS, FAIR LAWS: GOVERNMENT DELIVERS ON SONA COMMITMENTS TO RESTORE ORDER AT PORTS OF ENTRY AND WORKPLACES](https://tshwanetalks.com/firm-borders-fair-laws-government-delivers-on-sona-commitments-to-restore-order-at-ports-of-entry-and-workplaces/): By Ms Nomonde Mnukwa, Acting Government Spokesperson By William Baloyi, Deputy Government Spokesperson Government notes ongoing public discourse on immigration, particularly on issues related to illegal immigration, and wishes to reaffirm its commitment to safeguarding South Africa’s sovereignty, security, and the rule of law, while upholding the country’s constitutional values and respect for human dignity. Government is strengthening measures to address illegal immigration, including tightening border controls to combat unlawful entry, illicit trade, and fraudulent activities that undermine revenue collection and the rule of law. These efforts form part of a broader programme to modernise and reform South Africa’s immigration ... Read more
- [TRIAL OF BUSHIRI’S CO ACCUSED MUDOLO AND OTHERS IS SET TO COMMENCE ON 04 MAY 2026 WITH RACKETEERING CHARGES](https://tshwanetalks.com/trial-of-bushiris-co-accused-mudolo-and-others-is-set-to-commence-on-04-may-2026-with-racketeering-charges/): By Kaizer Kganyago National Spokesperson- National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) welcomes the judgment handed down by the Pretoria High Court on 02 April 2026, in which the court found no merit in the application brought by Mudolo and others in their attempt to prevent the NPA from charging them with racketeering. This application formed part of a broader and ultimately unsuccessful effort to interfere with the prosecution, including attempts to remove the prosecutors from the case. Since this case, where Shepherd Bushiri and his wife Mary Bushiri were accused before they fled the country, was transferred ... Read more
- [THIRTY-TWO YEARS OF FREEDOM DAY – WHAT DOES IT MEAN  TO ORDINARY CITIZENS](https://tshwanetalks.com/thirty-two-years-of-freedom-day-what-does-it-mean-to-ordinary-citizens/): By AZAPO Department of Publicity and Information South Africa is today celebrating 32 years of “freedom” that was ushered in after the historic vote in 1994. Throngs of queues that snake at various centres of the country of our people excited and eager to vote for a democratically elected government are still vivid in our minds. The euphoria was palpable and it was understandable given the years oppression and slavery that the majority black people experienced under apartheid. The Azanian People’s Organisation (AZAPO) was not blinded by the façade and was able to see through the mirage. It was clear ... Read more
- [DA MOTION TO INVESTIGATES TSHWANE's MADLANGA REVELATIONS VOTED DOWN BY SELF-SERVING COALITION OF CORRUPTION](https://tshwanetalks.com/da-motion-to-investigates-tshwanes-madlanga-revelations-voted-down-by-self-serving-coalition-of-corruption/): Ald Cilliers Brink DA Tshwane Caucus Leader and DA Tshwane mayoral candidate photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Ald Cilliers Brink DA Tshwane Mayoral Candidate In today’s Tshwane Council meeting, the ANC, ActionSA and the EFF voted against a Democratic Alliance (DA) sponsored motion calling for an urgent, independent investigation into serious allegations raised at the Madlanga Commission. The motion sought to investigate senior City officials, Members of the Mayoral Committee and political parties in Council who have been implicated in testimony before the Commission. These allegations go far beyond the City’s CFO, Gareth Mnisi. Testimony before the Commission has raised ... Read more
- [AFRIFORUM LAYS CRIMINAL COMPLAIN AGAINST ANOTHER TRIGGER- HAPPY POLITICIAN](https://tshwanetalks.com/afriforum-lays-criminal-complain-against-another-trigger-happy-politician/): https://x.com/sentinelfromsa/status/2044735067067408452?s=46&t=BX6HfVuaRHZugGlL_Tkaew Video of former Johannesburg mayor Thapelo Amad allegely fire shot at the funeral. Video supplied By Jacques Broodryk Chief Spokesperson Community Safety AfriForum laid a criminal complaint with the South African Police Service (SAPS) regarding the contravention of the Firearms Control Act against a former mayor of Johannesburg, Thapelo Amad. Amad is currently a member of the mayoral committee for Community Development in Johannesburg. Earlier this month, a storm erupted around Amad after a video was shared on social media of a man firing multiple shots into the air during a funeral. The video was allegedly taken at a ... Read more
- ["THE GOVERNMENT HAS LOOTED THE POST OFFICE IN ORDER TO PRIVATISE IT LATER," SAYS VAVI](https://tshwanetalks.com/the-government-has-looted-the-post-office-in-order-to-privatise-it-later-says-vavi/): South Agrican Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) leader Zwelinzima Vavi says the government itself has looted the South Post Office (SAPO) so that it becomes bankrupt and be privstided. He was speaking at a protest march by disgruntled Post Office workers who submitted a memorandum of grievances to the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies in Tshwane on Wednesday. Among many other demands, the embattled workers want a R5000 salary increase as they have not had any increases for the past 8 years. They also want retrenchments to be stopped with immediate effect and for the government to bail out ... Read more
- [MARCH AND MARCH WANTS ILLEGAL FOREIGNERS OUT NOW!](https://tshwanetalks.com/march-and-march-wants-illegal-foreigners-out-now/): Civic organisation March and March wants illegal foreigners to get out of South Africa now. Now to achieve this objective, the organisation’s members, supported by members of other parties and organisations like ActionSA, Operation Dudula, Abahambe National Civic Movement, Cyril Must Fall Movement, DefendSA, Mamelodi Concerned Residents for Service Delivery, MK Party, Tshwane Bahlali Dudula, North West Bahlali Dudula, Fiyela Movement, as well as several labour and civic organisations, descended upon the City of Tshwane to deliver their memorandum of grievances to President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Union Buildings on Tuesday. The determined marchers gathered at Burgers Park and moved ... Read more
- [UAT RAISES SERIOUS CONCERN OVER ALLEGATIONS OF GOVERNANCE FAILURES IN THE CITY OF TSHWANE](https://tshwanetalks.com/uat-raises-serious-concern-over-allegations-of-governance-failures-in-the-city-of-tshwane/): United Africans Transformation political party (UAT) By Doer Mighty Mabule UAT National Spokesperson The United Africans Transformation (UAT) notes with grave concern serious allegations involving Mr. Ruphus Mphahlele, leader of the Defenders of the People (DOP), who serves as a councillor in the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality and as Chairperson of the Section 79 Housing and Human Settlements Oversight Committee. It is alleged, in a circulating audio recording on social media, that Mr. Mphahlele makes statements suggesting the irregular allocation of tenders to an associate, purportedly in exchange for financial support received during election campaigning. These claims, if proven, ... Read more
- [MINISTER MANAMELA ADDRESSES NSFAS BOARD RESIGNATIONS AND OUTLINES STABILISATION PROCESS](https://tshwanetalks.com/minister-manamela-addresses-nsfas-board-resignations-and-outlines-stabilisation-process/): Buti Manamela Minister of Higher Education and Training photo supplied By Buti Manamela Minister of Higher Education and Training The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Mr Buti Manamela, has received and accepted a series of recent resignations from the Board of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), including the resignation of the interim Chairperson, Dr Mugwena Maluleke, with effect from 27 April 2026. Dr Maluleke has formally stepped down from his position as Board member and interim Chairperson, citing personal and academic commitments. The Minister has expressed appreciation for his contribution during his tenure, particularly in efforts to ... Read more
- [SALLDTBO HOLDS SUCCESSFUL AGM AMIDST GLITTERING GALA DINNER](https://tshwanetalks.com/salldtbo-holds-successful-agm-amidst-glittering-gala-dinner/): Front- from left to right: Andrew Sithole, Secretary in the office of the President of SALLDTBO; Joe Sibanyoni, President of SALLDTBO; Thulani Qwabe, Chairman of the SALLDTBO Business CommitteeBack from left to right: Hendrick Mogale, Deputy Chairman of SALLDTBO; Mr L Dlamini, additional member; Mr J Mokoena, additional member photo by Dimakatso Modipa The South African Local and Long Distance Taxi and Bus Organisation (SALLDTBO) held a successful Annual General Meeting (AGM) amidst a glittering gala dinner ceremony on Thursday at the Maslow Hotel in Menlyn, Tshwane. According to SALLDTBO, the aim of the gala dinner was to bring together ... Read more
- [FREEDOM DAY OR DAY OF ATROCITY FOR MAMELODI HOSTEL RESIDENTS?](https://tshwanetalks.com/freedom-day-or-day-of-atrocity-for-mamelodi-hostel-residents/): Red Ants destroying business at Mamelodi Hostel accompanied by TMPD photos supplied By Apson Sepadi Makaung SebataKgomo Civil Movement The 27th of April is celebrated across South Africa as Freedom Day a symbol of democracy, dignity, and human rights. But for the residents of Mamelodi Hostel, this date represents something very different: cruelty, violence, and deep injustice. On the 28th of April 2026, the community of Mamelodi Hostel was subjected to forced compliance and loss of control over their own space. A group identified as the so-called “Red Ants,” acting under the authority of the City of Tshwane and in ... Read more
- [THERE IS EVERY REASON TO CELEBRATE THE FREEDOMS THAT WERE GAINED IN 1994](https://tshwanetalks.com/there-is-every-reason-to-celebrate-the-freedoms-that-were-gained-in-1994/): By Michael Morris Head of Media at the SA Institute of Race Relations There is every reason today to celebrate the freedoms and rights that were gained in 1994 because these are the things that gave all of us equality before the law, and the dignity of being treated as individuals who have agency, who can choose how and where to live, and what to think or say. Yet there’s a reason why in 2026, Freedom Day has a less than joyous atmosphere and that reason is that so much of the potential of 1994 has been squandered or eroded ... Read more
- [FREEDOM FOR WHOM?](https://tshwanetalks.com/freedom-for-whom/): By Phathiwe Ndleleni Founder, SA4SA Civic Society Organization 30 years of democracy, and the numbers are stark: R370 for the vulnerable, millions for the politicians. While leaders live lavishly, the poor struggle to survive. Food insecurity, inequality, and neglect the legacy of a system that prioritizes power over people. Politicians and law enforcement turn a blind eye as foreigners are given preferential treatment, while South Africans are left to fight for scraps. Ministers’ kids land senior positions, while locals are insulted with “not looking for jobs”. Vulnerable kids get bicycles; ministers’ kids get luxury SUVs. The 1994 dream has become ... Read more
- [WE MUST DEFEND OUR FREEDOM AGAINST THOSE WHO WANT TO DISMANTLE IT](https://tshwanetalks.com/we-must-defend-our-freedom-against-those-who-want-to-dismantle-it/): Joel Masilela ka Mahlangu Tshwane ANC Regional Spokesperson photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Councillor Joel Kgomotso Masilela Freedom to me means the distinctive ability to express my feelings as well as of those around me; being with my family, friends and the general public. It is important to reflect on what Freedom means and how it is supposed to work for us and we must also contribute immensely towards defending it so that its benefits spread down to the coming generations. Our freedom includes freedom to vote, association, speech and movement. The freedom to being protected and to protect others, ... Read more
- [FREEDOM WITHOUT ECONOMIC JUSTICE IS NOT ENOUGH](https://tshwanetalks.com/freedom-without-economic-justice-is-not-enough/): By Abram Mashishi SANCO Gauteng Provincial Chairperson Freedom in South Africa, achieved in 1994 through the End of Apartheid, marked the end of apartheid and the beginning of democracy. It gave our people the right to vote, to speak, and to reclaim their dignity. But let us not confuse political freedom with total liberation. The truth is uncomfortable but necessary: for many South Africans, freedom has not yet changed their daily reality. Poverty remains widespread. Unemployment continues to rise. Inequality is deepening. Crime and poor service delivery are affecting the very communities that fought hardest for this freedom. What does ... Read more
- [1994 DREAM LOOKING MORE LIKE  A 2026 NIGHTMARE](https://tshwanetalks.com/1994-dream-looking-more-like-a-2026-nightmare/): Phalane Motale Veteran Journalist By Phalane Motale Veteran Journalist Editor The 1994 dream is looking more like a 2026 nightmare. As we hit 32 years of democracy, the big question is: What the hell are we actually celebrating? Sure, the history books tell us that we are “free” and we have got the right to vote, we can live where we want, and we have got a Constitution that looks great on a shelf. Yes, we are free from the pass laws, but we are prisoners in our own homes. We are free from the apartheid police, yet our sisters ... Read more
- [FREEDOM DAY MESSAGE FROM THE SPEAKER OF COUNCIL, CLLR MNCEDI NDZWANANA](https://tshwanetalks.com/freedom-day-message-from-the-speaker-of-council-cllr-mncedi-ndzwanana/): Mncedi NdzwananaTshwane Speaker of council photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Cllr Mncedi Ndzwanana Speaker of Council in the City of Tshwane The Speaker of Council in the City of Tshwane, Cllr Mncedi Ndzwanana, extends warm wishes to all residents of Tshwane and the people of South Africa on the occasion of Freedom Day. This day, commemorated annually on 27 April, marks a defining moment in our nation’s history. It signifies the dawn of democracy in 1994 and stands as a powerful reminder of the end of apartheid and the attainment of freedom for all South Africans. It is a day ... Read more
- [AFRIKA MAYIBUYE REJECTS "SO-CALLED FREEDOM DAY CELEBRATIONS"](https://tshwanetalks.com/afrika-mayibuye-rejects-so-called-freedom-day-celebrations/): As the country celebrated Freedom Day on Monday, Afrika Mayibuye Movement in the Limpopo Province has rejected “the so-called Freedom Day celebrations.” In a statement submitted to Tshwane Talks on Monday by the party’s head of publications Matome Sebelebele, the party called for a boycott of the celebrations; describing them as meaningless. “Our rejection and total boycott of the so-called Freedom Day celebrations is in solidarity with the Limpopo citizens who for many years now have been fooled by ANC Local and Provincial governments’ false promise of freedom,” reads the statement. “For over thirty years the country has witnessed through ... Read more
- [FREEDOM DAY A REMINDER OF WHAT COLLECTIVE COURAGE CAN DO](https://tshwanetalks.com/freedom-day-a-reminder-of-what-collective-courage-can-do/): Dr Reneva Fourie political analyst specialising By Dr Reneva Fourie Political Analyst Specialising Freedom Day is a reminder of what collective courage once achieved and that we can collectively restore the promise of democracy again. We must become active citizens again; not spectators. This means holding our Ministers to account by showing up at Parliamentary hearings. Holding our MPs to account by visiting constituency offices and demanding regular reports on their work. Holding our Councillors to account by calling them directly whenever service delivery fails. It means being present in civic associations, community police forums and school governing bodies. It ... Read more
- [NOTINMYNAME HONOURS THOSE WHO BROKE  CHAINS OF APARTHEID](https://tshwanetalks.com/notinmyname-honours-those-who-broke-chains-of-apartheid/): By Themba Masango Notinmyname International secretary general On this Freedom Day, we at NotInMyName International stand with all South Africans in commemorating the historic dawn of democracy in 1994. We honour the courage of those who sacrificed everything to break the chains of apartheid. That first democratic vote remains a triumph of the human spirit, and we celebrate every citizen’s right to walk, speak, and live with dignity that was once violently denied. But celebration without honest reckoning is hollow. Thirty-two years into freedom, we must lament the profound missed opportunities to build an economically free and progressive society. The ... Read more
- [DRUG TRAFFICKER ARRESTED WITH 60KG OF KHAT AT OR TAMBO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT](https://tshwanetalks.com/drug-trafficker-arrested-with-60kg-of-khat-at-or-tambo-international-airport/): Netherlands national arrested at OR Tambo International Airport with 60kg of Khat photos supplied By Brigadier Athlenda Mathe SAPS Spokesperson It has been a busy long weekend for Police at OR Tambo International Airport(ORTIA), with significant breakthroughs in the figh against drug trafficking. In the latest drug bust, police intercepted a Netherlands national with 60kg of KHAT concealed in his luggage. The drug trafficker was set to take-off to London on Sunday morning when he was intercepted at the Airport. His luggage was inspected and 60kg of khat was found concealed inside. This is less than 24 hours after the ... Read more
- [FREEDOM DAY MUST REFLECT REALITY, NOT EMPTY CELEBRATION](https://tshwanetalks.com/freedom-day-must-reflect-reality-not-empty-celebration/): Tebogo MashilompaneNational Leader of Forum for South Africa By Tebogo Mashilompane National Leader of Forum for South Africa (FOSA) The Forum for South Africa (FOSA) marks Freedom Day with deep reflection and growing concern over the widening gap between the promise of 1994 and the lived reality of millions of South Africans today. While Freedom Day commemorates the historic democratic breakthrough led by figures such as Nelson Mandela, it is increasingly difficult for ordinary citizens to celebrate meaningfully in the face of persistent hardship. For many, freedom has come to represent unemployment, deepening inequality, poverty, corruption, crime, and the continued ... Read more
- [MK PARTY COMMEMORATES MAHLANGU'S DEATH IN MAMELODI](https://tshwanetalks.com/mk-party-commemorates-mahlangus-death-in-mamelodi/)
- [DRUG TRAFFICKER ARRESTED AT OR TAMBO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT WITH COCAINE WORTH R8.7 MILLION](https://tshwanetalks.com/drug-trafficker-arrested-at-or-tambo-international-airport-with-cocaine-worth-r8-7-million/): A Brazilian drug trafficker arrested at OR Tambo International Airport by police with drug worth R8,7 million photos supplied By Brigadier Athlenda Mathe SAPS Spokesperson Police at OR Tambo International Airport have arrested a brazilian drug trafficker following the interception of cocaine with an estimated street value of R8.7 million. The 26-year-old transgender suspect was apprehended upon arrival on Sunday afternoon from Brazil after police, acting on intelligence, conducted a search of the suspects luggage. During the search, members discovered multiple blocks of cocaine wrapped and concealed inside his luggage. This arrest forms part of ongoing intelligence-driven operations targeting transnational ... Read more
- [IT IS THE TENDER SYSTEM THAT IS ACTUALLY ON TRIAL HERE, FINISH EN KLAAR!](https://tshwanetalks.com/it-is-the-tender-system-that-is-actually-on-trial-here-finish-en-klaar/): The tender system has become a nightmare in South Africa; a proverbial Frankenstein monster whose creators and adherents themselves don’t know how to stop it in its deadly tracks. Touted as a black economic empowerment tool, the system benefits only a select few; mostly politicians of all parties in Parliament together with their cadres, friends, relatives and associates. The hearings at the Madlanga Commission as well as those conducted by the Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee have advertently or inadvertently put the South African tender system on trial. Though day-in-and-day-out we see people like Brown Mogotsi, Julius Mkhwanazi, Cat Matlala, Nkwashu, ... Read more
- [SASSA ANNOUNCES REPLACEMENT OF GOLD CARDS](https://tshwanetalks.com/sassa-announces-replacement-of-gold-cards/): By Bongani Diako Postbank Spokesperson Postbank is proud to announce a landmark milestone for social grant beneficiaries that uses SASSA Gold Cards as their time to be issued with Black Cards has come. The replacement of SASSA Gold Cards starts on 29 April 2026. The card replacements forms part of the broader Postbank card migration program that began in September 2024, and this phase is aimed specifically at grant beneficiaries who have not yet migrated. All social grant beneficiaries that are still in possession of SASSA Gold Cards have until 31 August 2026 to migrate to the new cards. Anyone ... Read more
- [NPA STILL CONSIDERING WHETHER TO CHARGE  TMPD OFFICER WHO ALLEGEDLY MURDERED SETLAI OF "MARRY ME"](https://tshwanetalks.com/npa-still-considering-whether-to-charge-tmpd-officer-who-allegedly-murdered-setlai-of-marry-me/): The late Doctor Setlai who was allegedly shot and killed by a City of Tshwane Metro Police The National Prosecuting Authoritity (NPA) is still considering whether to charge a female Tshwane Municipality Police Department (TMPD) officer who allegedly murdered “Marry Me” informal settlement resident Mosebi Doctor Setlai on 13 April 2021. It is alleged that Setlai died after the said TMPD officer, who was apparently drunk, fired a rubber bullet at him at close range and hit him on the chest; resulting in him dying on the spot. The incident happened during running battles between residents of “Marry Me” informal ... Read more
- [BIOGRAPHY OF THE ACTING NATIONAL COMMISSIONER, LIEUTENANT GENERAL PULENG DIMPANE](https://tshwanetalks.com/biography-of-the-acting-national-commissioner-lieutenant-general-puleng-dimpane/): Acting National Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane photo supplied Acting National Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane, Acting police Minister Firoz Chachalia, president of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa and two deputy ministers of police Cassel Mathela and Dr Shiela Boshielo photo supplied By Brigadier Athlenda Mathe SAPS Spokesperson BIOGRAPHY OF THE ACTING NATIONAL COMMISSIONER, LIEUTENANT GENERAL PULENG DIMPANE Professional Summary: Born in Mahikeng in the North West Province, Puleng Patricia Dimpane (49), is the first female officer to occupy the Chief Financial Officer(CFO) position in the history of the South African Police Service. She oversees the Finance and Administration Division of ... Read more
- [RAMAPHOSA PUTS COMMISSIONER MASEMOLA ON PRECAUTIONARY SUSPENSION](https://tshwanetalks.com/ramaphosa-puts-commissioner-masemola-on-precautionary-suspension/): National Police Commissioner, General Fanie Masemola, appeared at the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court on four charges photo supplied “In consideration of the seriousness of these charges and the critical role of the National Commissioner in leading the fight against crime, I have agreed with General Masemola that he be deemed to be on precautionary suspension pending the conclusion of the case,” said President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday evening as he addressed the South African nation regarding the status of embattled National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola. “For this fight against crime to be successful, it is vital that our law-enforcement agencies are ... Read more
- [EFF MUST ACCOUNT FOR ALLEGATIONS OF 'JUJU' RIGGING TENDERS IN TSHWANE](https://tshwanetalks.com/eff-must-account-for-allegations-of-juju-rigging-tenders-in-tshwane/): Ald Cilliers Brink DA Tshwane Caucus Leader and DA Tshwane mayoral candidate photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Ald Cilliers Brink DA Tshwane Caucus Leader The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Tshwane demands that the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) comes clean on their leader’s alleged involvement in Tshwane tender rigging. Last month, the name of EFF leader Julius Malema was cited in testimony at the Madlanga Commission as having possibly interfered in tender rigging in Tshwane. In WhatsApp exchanges between sergeant Fannie Nkosi and Tshwane CFO Gareth Mnisi mention is made to “Juju CIC” preselecting the beneficiaries of a security tender. The ... Read more
- [ILLEGAL ZIMBABWEAN NATIONAL SENTENCED TO 15 YEARS’ IMPRISONMENT FOR MURDER](https://tshwanetalks.com/illegal-zimbabwean-national-sentenced-to-15-years-imprisonment-for-murder/): Lumka MahanjanaNPA Regional SpokespersonGauteng Division Pretoria photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Lumka Mahanjana NPA Regional Spokesperson The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) welcomes the sentence handed down by the Pretoria North Magistrates’ Court, where Leonard Khoza (42) was sentenced to 15 years’ direct imprisonment for the murder of fellow Zimbabwean national, Aluwisi Verengere. He was further sentenced to two years’ imprisonment for contravening immigration laws by being in the country illegally. The court ordered that the sentences run concurrently and that Khoza be deported to his country of origin upon completion of his sentence. On the evening of 04 February 2023, ... Read more
- [SERGEANT NKOSI DENIED BAIL](https://tshwanetalks.com/sergeant-nkosi-denied-bail/): Sergeant Fannie Nkosi denied bail photo supplied By Lumka Mahanjana NPA Regional Spokesperson The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) welcomes the decision of the Pretoria North Magistrates’ Court to deny Sergeant Fannie Ezekiel Nkosi (43) bail. The court found that the accused failed to discharge the onus resting upon him to satisfy the court that the interests of justice permit his release on bail. Nkosi faces multiple charges, including unlawful possession of explosives; three counts of failure to safeguard firearms; eight counts of failure to safeguard ammunition; defeating the administration of justice; failure to mount a stand up safe as per ... Read more
- [MIXED REACTIONS REGARDING DEMOLITION OF SKYF CHISANYAMA OUTLET](https://tshwanetalks.com/mixed-reactions-regarding-demolition-of-skyf-chisanyama-outlet/): Popular chisanyama joint known as Skyf in Mamelodi was demolished on Tuesday and razed to a rubble by City of Tshwane Municipality officials, Tshwane Metro Police and workers of a company known as Red Ants, which specialises in carrying out forced removals and protecting land from being invaded illegally. This move is the latest incident in Mamelodi whereby the City of Tshwane Municipality demolishes illegal structures which violate the Tshwane Metro’s by-laws. There were mixed reactions from the residents of Mamelodi regarding the demolition of Skyf chisanyama outlet, which is famous for its purple-colouted structure and good food and meat ... Read more
- [POLICE COMMISSIONER APPEARS IN COURT ON CHARGES LINKED TO MEDICARE 24](https://tshwanetalks.com/police-commissioner-appears-in-court-on-charges-linked-to-medicare-24/): National Police Commissioner, General Fanie Masemola, appeared at the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court on four charges photo supplied By Henry Mamothame Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) Spokesperson The National Police Commissioner, General Fanie Masemola, appeared before the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court on four charges of Contravening the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). His matter was postponed to 13 May 2026 for further investigations and for him to be joined with 16 others who are charged on the same matter. This charges are linked to the alleged irregular awarding of a contract, valued at approximately R228 million, to Medicare 24, a company owned ... Read more
- [JULIUS MKHWANAZI AND CO-ACCUSED APPEAR IN COURT FOR CORRUPTION](https://tshwanetalks.com/julius-mkhwanazi-and-co-accused-appear-in-court-for-corruption/): Suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief, Julius Mkhwanazi, and his co-accused, Ekurhuleni Municipal Manager Kagiso Lerutla, made their first appearance before the Boksburg Magistrates’ Court photo supplied By Kaizer Kganyago Spokesperson National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief, Julius Mkhwanazi, and his co-accused, Ekurhuleni Municipal Manager Kagiso Lerutla, made their first appearance before the Boksburg Magistrates’ Court on charges of corruption, fraud and defeating the ends of justice. Mkhwanazi was arrested in his home on 18 April 2026 while his co-accused was arrested on 19 April 2026 at the OR Tambo International Airport ... Read more
- [“CAT” MATLALA”S CASE POSTPONED FOR CONSULTATIONS](https://tshwanetalks.com/cat-matlalas-case-postponed-for-consultations/): Cat Vusumzi Matlala as he wraps up his testimony at Kgosi Mampuru correctional centre photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Henry Mamothame (IDAC) Investigating Directorate Against Corruption Spokesperson The Pretoria Magistrates’ Court postponed the case against Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala to 13 May 2026 for the finalisation of consultations and for him to give instructions to his attorney. The court granted the state its request to have Matlala detained at Kgosi Mampuru until consultations are completed. Matlala would be joined by 15 others who are facing charges of corruption, fraud and the Contravention of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). The charges ... Read more
- [MALLDTA AND MATA DEPOT OPENED IN MAMELODI TO CREATE JOBS FOR LOCALS](https://tshwanetalks.com/malldta-and-mata-depot-opened-in-mamelodi-to-create-jobs-for-locals/): A taxi depot owned by two Mamelodi-based taxi associations namely Mamelodi Local and Long Distance Taxi Association and the Mamelodi Amalgamated Taxi Association was opened on Friday in the Far East of Mamelodi. Anongst the guests were SANTACO President Abner Tsebe, Tshwane taxi chairperson Mpho Motsepe, Brokhonspriut chairperson Mr Rasepai and different taxi industry members. According to Mamelodi Local and Long Distance Taxi Association (MALLDTA) boss Stemmer Monageng, the depot was established with the main aim being to create jobs for local Mamelodi residents who are suffering under the scourge of unemployment. “When we had a conversation with local Councillor ... Read more
- [SAPS URGES JOURNALISTS AND MEDIA HOUSES NOT TO PUBLISH LEAKED AFFIDAVITS IN ONGOING DRUG RELATED INVESTIGATION](https://tshwanetalks.com/saps-urges-journalists-and-media-houses-not-to-publish-leaked-affidavits-in-ongoing-drug-related-investigation/): By Brigadier Athlenda Mathe SAPS Spokesperson SAPS urges journalists and media houses not to publish leaked affidavits in ongoing drug related investigations : Witnesses and their families lives are now at risk The South African Police Service (SAPS) Gauteng Counter Intelligence Operation has noted with serious concern the circulation and publication of leaked affidavits linked to ongoing investigations into drug related criminal networks in the country. Today, the SAPS noted such publication in the front page of “The Sunday Times” newspaper where certain Djs information and pictures were published. While the SAPS recognises and respects the vital role played by ... Read more
- [EFF GAUTENG DEMANDS TSHWANE TO TABLE PUBLIC PROTECTOR REPORT  AND ACT AGAINST CITY MANAGER](https://tshwanetalks.com/eff-gauteng-demands-tshwane-to-table-public-protector-report-and-act-against-city-manager/): By Dumisani Baleni EFF Gauteng Communication Officer The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gauteng calls on the City of Tshwane to urgently table the Public Protector’s report on maladministration before Council and make its full contents public without delay. On the 31st of March 2026, the Public Protector released to the City, a report in relation to an investigation into allegations of irregularities in the recruitment and selection process followed by the functionaries of the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality and its Council in the appointment of Mr Moshema Mosia to the position of Chief of Emergency Services. The complaint ... Read more
- [REACTION TO MALEMA'S CONVICTION AND SENTENCING](https://tshwanetalks.com/reaction-to-malemas-conviction-and-sentencing/): Various political formations have voiced their sentiments regarding the conviction and sentencing of EFF leader Julius Malema to a 5- year jail terms this week. The firebrand, self-styled “revolutionary” was found guilty and sentenced to prison by Magistrate Twanie Olivier in the East London Magistrates Court for violating the country’s gun-control laws. The court found that Malema illegally discharged a firearm in public during the EFF anniversary celebrations at the Sisa Dukashe Stadium in East London in 2018. Malema had claimed that the firearm in question was a mere toy gun. Magistrate Olivier granted him leave to appeal the sentence ... Read more
- [SUSPENDED EMPD DEPUTY CHIEF MKHWANAZI ARRESTED ON FRAUD AND CORRUPTION CHARGES](https://tshwanetalks.com/suspended-empd-deputy-chief-mkhwanazi-arrested-on-fraud-and-corruption-charges/): By Brigadier Athlenda Mathe SAPS Spokesperson The SAPS’ Madlanga Commission Task Team has arrested a 50-year-old senior municipal official for fraud, corruption and defeating and/or obstructing the ends of justice. The official was arrested this morning, at his home in Gauteng. The Task Team is still searching for other suspects linked to the case. These arrests emanate from an ongoing investigation into corruption within the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD). No further comment will be provided on the merits of the case at this stage. All suspects are expected to appear before the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 20 April ... Read more
- [TSHWANE'S COALITION OF CORRUPTION DECLARES THE CITY HAS NO WATER CRISIS](https://tshwanetalks.com/tshwanes-coalition-of-corruption-declares-the-city-has-no-water-crisis/): Ald Cilliers Brink DA Tshwane Caucus Leader and DA Tshwane mayoral candidate photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Ald Cilliers Brink DA Tshwane Mayoral Candidate Executive Mayor Nasiphi Moya ought to have used her state of the city address to acknowledge recent revelations of systemic corruption in Tshwane linked to the water tanker mafia. She ought to have spoken to the anger of the people of Hammanskraal a community that Moya has ignored since being installed in her position by an ANC-led coalition. Instead Moya boldly declared that Tshwane has no water crisis. Yet under her watch water losses increased to ... Read more
- [FF PLUS UNIMPRESSED BY MOYA'S STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS](https://tshwanetalks.com/ff-plus-unimpressed-by-moyas-state-of-the-city-address/): Grandi Theunissen FF Plus leader in Tshwane Describing Dr Nasiphi Moya’s State of the City Address in glowering terms, opposition party in the City of Tshwane Freedom Front Plus has expressed its blatant dissatisfaction regarding the Mayor’s speech. “A glamorous event while residents face financial pressure,” that’s how party leader in the Tshwane Municipality Council Grandi Theunissen characterised the Mayor’s speech. He bemoaned the fact that the event was held at Unisa where lots of money was spent to book the venue, instead of holding it inside the City of Tshwane Council chambers. “This is a flagrant disregard for the ... Read more
- [MULTIPARTY COALITION STATEMENT CONGRATULATING THE MULTIPARTY COALITION GOVERNMENT IN TSHWANE ON A YEAR OF DELIVERY](https://tshwanetalks.com/multiparty-coalition-statement-congratulating-the-multiparty-coalition-government-in-tshwane-on-a-year-of-delivery/): Tshwane Coalition partners with members of Unions photo supplied Joint Media Statement by the ANC, EFF, ActionSA, AIC, DOP, PA, ATM, PAC, COPE, IFP and GOOD The parties constituting the Multiparty Coalition Government in the City of Tshwane congratulate the coalition government on a year of focused leadership, institutional stabilisation, and measurable progress in rebuilding the capital city. This past year has affirmed that a Multiparty Coalition Government, grounded in cooperation and a shared programme of action, can deliver stability and results in the best interests of residents. The Coalition Government has made important strides in restoring financial stability, strengthening ... Read more
- [2026 STATE OF THE CAPITAL ADDRESS: A RESPONSE FROM SANCO GREATER TSHWANE REGION](https://tshwanetalks.com/2026-state-of-the-capital-address-a-response-from-sanco-greater-tshwane-region/): SANCO members in Mamelodi Tshwane photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Frans Modise SANCO Greater Tshwane Region acting spokesperson The State of the Capital Address delivered by Executive Mayor Cllr Dr Nasiphi Moya on 16 April 2026 does not reflect the reality on the ground in Tshwane. It is a script of political survival, not a report of service delivery. SANCO is compelled to unpack the deception and amplify the anger of our communities who are living through the total collapse of municipal services. 1.THE SPEECH WAS A PERFORMANCE, NOT A PLAN The Mayor spent more time thanking political partners and ... Read more
- [MAYORAL SPOKESPERSON MGOBOZI CLARIFIES MAYOR'S SPEECH](https://tshwanetalks.com/mayoral-spokesperson-mgobozi-clarifies-mayors-speech/): Executive Mayor of city of Tshwane Dr Nasiphi Moya at state of the city address held at Unisa, Pretoria photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Sam Mgobozi Mayoral spokesperson The address set out a clear account of how the Multiparty Coalition Government has stabilised the City of Tshwane over the past year and begun rebuilding its foundations. City of Tshwane Executive mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya deliver her Soca 2026 photo by Dimakatso Modipa It highlighted progress in restoring financial discipline through a fully funded and cash backed budget, improved audit outcomes, and stronger oversight. The speech framed these gains as essential ... Read more
- [SANCO STILL STRIVES FOR FREEDOM, EQUALITY AND DIGNITY FOR ALL](https://tshwanetalks.com/sanco-still-strives-for-freedom-equality-and-dignity-for-all/): Abram Mashishi Gauteng SANCO chairperson By Abram Mashishi Gauteng SANCO Chairperson The South African National Civic Organisation (SANCO) is one of South Africa’s most influential civic formations, with roots deeply embedded in the country’s struggle against apartheid. Its origin can be traced back to the 1980s, a period marked by intense political resistance and mass mobilisation. During this time, civic organisations emerged across townships and urban areas to confront injustices such as forced removals, rent increases, and poor service delivery imposed by the apartheid regime. In 1983, many of these local civic structures united under the umbrella of the United ... Read more
- [TSHWANE MUNICIPALITY PLACE CFO ON SUSPENSION](https://tshwanetalks.com/tshwane-municipality-place-cfo-on-suspension/): Tshwane CFO Gareth Mnisi place on suspension photo supplied By Dr Nasiphi Moya Executive Mayor of Tshwane Following Council’s resolution of 26 March 2026 to initiate a process in terms of regulation 6 of the Local Government: Disciplinary Regulations for Senior Managers, 2010 to consider the precautionary suspension of the Chief Financial Officer, Mr Gareth Mnisi, Council met on 15 April 2026, to consider the representations submitted in response to this process. Having considered the representations, together with the allegations arising from testimony before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry and the applicable legal framework, Council resolved to place the Chief ... Read more
- [ACTIONSA REQUESTS PUBLIC PROTECTOR TO REOPEN PHALA PHALA INVESTIGATION](https://tshwanetalks.com/actionsa-requests-public-protector-to-reopen-phala-phala-investigation/): By Michael Beaumont ActionSA National Chairperson ActionSA has written to the Public Protector, urging her to reopen the Phala Phala investigation and to focus on the potential culpability of those serving in the Presidency in abusing state resources to unlawfully cover up the robbery on the President’s farm. The original Public Protector report into the Phala Phala farm robbery placed emphasis on investigating the conduct of the President and members of the Presidential Protection Unit. What is now evidenced by the recently unsealed IPID report is that the scope of the investigation must be significantly broadened to examine the role ... Read more
- [COLLAPSE OF TSHWANE'S WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM POSES A HEALTH RISK TO RESIDENTS](https://tshwanetalks.com/collapse-of-tshwanes-wastewater-management-system-poses-a-health-risk-to-residents/): By Leanne De Jager MPL DA Gauteng Spokesperson for Environment The collapse of the City of Tshwane’s wastewater management system has resulted in sewage pollution that poses a risk to the health of residents. This was revealed in the latest findings of the Department of Water and Sanitation’s 2025 Green Drop Report, which also showed that Tshwane’s Green Drop score plummeted from 82% in 2013 to 33.8% in 2025. This is not a performance dip. This is a public health and environmental catastrophe. The Green Drop Report monitors and evaluates the state of municipalities’ wastewater treatment facilities. The report has ... Read more
- [CITY OF TSHWANE HAS SPENT OVER R51 MILLION ON BURNT AND VANDALISED ELECTRICITY SUBSTATIONS](https://tshwanetalks.com/city-of-tshwane-has-spent-over-r51-million-on-burnt-and-vandalised-electricity-substations/): One of the many electricity substations that got burnt in the City of Tshwane photo supplied The City of Tshwane Municipality has spent over R51 million to repair burnt and vandalised electricity substations in the last two financial years. These criminals incidents of burnt and vandalised electricity substations have led to prolonged power outages in various parts of the City of Tshwane; much to the frustration of hapless residents Tshwane Talks engaged the City of Tshwane in a question and answer session to find out more about these incidents. The City of Tshwane would like to comment as follows: Q.How ... Read more
- [CAST PRODUCTS EMPLOYEES REQUEST MINISTERIAL INTERVENTION REGARDING COMPANY'S FUTURE](https://tshwanetalks.com/cast-products-employees-request-ministerial-intervention-regarding-companys-future/): Concerned employees of Cast Products SA affiliated to the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) are seeking Ministerial intervention so that their jobs may be saved at the foundry-manufacturing company which has plants in Germiston and Boksburg. The concerned workers marched to the offices of Minster of Trade and Industry Parks Tau at Sunnyside in Tshwane on Tuesday to deliver their memorandum, wherein they raised their concerns regarding possible job losses while at the same time calling for the Minister to intervene as his department is a stakeholder in this matter. According to David Ntombela who is a ... Read more
- [PETROL IS CHEAPER IN NEIGHBOURING COUNTRIES, YET THOSE COUNTRIES BUY IT FROM SA](https://tshwanetalks.com/petrol-is-cheaper-in-neighbouring-countries-yet-those-countries-buy-it-from-sa/): Petrol is cheaper in neighbouring African countries, yet those countries buy the selfsame petrol from South Africa. This is the sentiment expressed by Progressive Civics Congress senior official Thozama Figlan during a protest march staged by the organisation at the headquarters of the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy on Tuesday in Tshwane. “We are here today because of fuel hikes and we would also like to highlight the fact that the mining industry as a whole in South Africa, including in Gauteng, doesn’t comply with the laws which state that in order for one to start mining activities, one ... Read more
- [MK PARTY MOURNS THE PASSING OF HON. LINDIWE  MKHWANAZI A MEMBER OF THE GAUTENG PROVINCIAL  LEGISLATURE](https://tshwanetalks.com/mk-party-mourns-the-passing-of-hon-lindiwe-mkhwanazi-a-member-of-the-gauteng-provincial-legislature/): The late Lindiwe Mkhwanazi who has been a member of the Gauteng Legislature from June 2024 deployed by UMkhonto Wesizwe Party photo supplied By Bafana Mahlabe MKP GPL Spokesperson We are deeply saddened by the passing of our comrade and leader Hon. Lindiwe Mkhwanazi who has been a member of the Gauteng Legislature from June 2024 deployed by UMkhonto Wesizwe Party. She passed away yesterday in the afternoon after a short illness. Hon. Mkhwanazi served with dedication, integrity, and unwavering commitment, leaving behind a legacy of service that has made a meaningful impact on the organization, legislature and the communities ... Read more
- ["MASHATILE HAS FAILED US," SAY LIBERATION WAR VETERANS](https://tshwanetalks.com/mashatile-has-failed-us-say-liberation-war-veterans/): Members of the Liberation Struggle War Veterans of South Africa (LSWV-SA) opine that Deputy President Paul Mashatile has failed them as he has failed to implement resolutions of the Presidential Task Team (PTT). Members of the Liberation Struggle War Veterans of South Africa (LSWV-SA) in Union Buijdings in Pretoria photo by Dimakatso Modipa The LSWV members made this sentiment clear when the converged at the Union Buildings in Tshwane on Monday to highlight their plight and deliver their memorandum to President Cyril Ramaphosa. The PTT was established in 2020 as recommended by then Deputy President, the late DD Mabuza with ... Read more
- ["SCRAP DEBT FOR ALL RESIDENTS OF MAMELODI, NOT ONLY INDIGENTS!" - MTSHWENE](https://tshwanetalks.com/scrap-debt-for-all-residents-of-mamelodi-not-only-indigents-mtshwene/): President of Concerned Residents for Service Delivery in Mamelodi Oupa Mtshweni adresses the residents of Mamelodi photo by Dimakatso Modipa Mamelodi Concerned Residents for Service Delivery President Oupa Mtshwene insists that the City of Tshwane Municipality’s recent announcement to scrap rent debts is pretentious and amounts to paying lip service. “If the City of Tshwane Municipality was really serious then it would have followed the Municipal Systems Act instead of making the said announcement unilaterally,” he said. “The Municipal Systems Act clearly indicates that the Municipality doesn’t have the right to take decisions on any issue whatsoever without first conducting ... Read more
- [OPEN LETTER TO CITY OF TSHWANE REGARDING HM PITJE](https://tshwanetalks.com/open-letter-to-city-of-tshwane-regarding-hm-pitje/): HM Pitje Stadium in Mamelodi west Tshwane look like a bush Activist from Mamelodi Apson Sepadi Makaung By Apson Sepadi Makaung RE: COMMUNITY SAFETY CONCERNS AND DEVELOPMENT ENQUIRY – HM PITJE STADIUM SITE , MAMELODI Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing as a concerned community member regarding the current condition of the HM Pitje Stadium site in Mamelodi. 1. Community Safety Concerns The site, following the cost of R224 million just to bid and demolition by Gauteng province though the asset remains in ownership and custidianship of the City of Tshwane, has become a ... Read more
- [ANC's REMARKS JUST A TRANSPARENT ATTEMPT TO DIVERT ATTENTION AWAY FROM THE ACTUAL CORRUPTION CRISIS IN TSHWANE](https://tshwanetalks.com/ancs-remarks-just-a-transparent-attempt-to-divert-attention-away-from-the-actual-corruption-crisis-in-tshwane/): Grandi Theunissen FF Plus leader in Tshwane By Grandi Theunissen FF Plus leader in Tshwane The recent remarks by the ANC’s Greater Tshwane Region regarding corruption occurring in the Tshwane Metropolitan Police Department (TMPD) under the previous administration, of which the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) was part, are nothing more than a transparent attempt to divert attention away from the actual corruption crisis in the Tshwane Metro. While the Madlanga Commission is currently hearing evidence of tender manipulation, the ANC’s Regional Secretary, George Matjila, is attempting to shift the focus to the previous administration. The Freedom Front Plus welcomes ... Read more
- ["WE ARE CRUISING NICELY," SAYS MKHWEBANE](https://tshwanetalks.com/we-are-cruising-nicely-says-mkhwebane/): Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane being sworn in at the Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature photo supplied Former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has labelled as false media reports suggesting that she has been removed unceremoniously from her position as MK Party chairperson in the Mpumalanga Province. She said the aforesaid media reports have been published by reporters who don’t attend MK Party events when they are invited to do so “but always have everything negative to write about MKP.” In setting the record straight, Mkhwebane said the MK Party National High Command (NHC) in preparation for the forthcoming Local Government Elections, “took a resolution ... Read more
- ["MADISONG SECONDARY IS CHAOTIC, WE WANT PRINCIPAL MOOKA BACK," SAY IRATE PARENTS](https://tshwanetalks.com/madisong-secondary-is-chaotic-we-want-principal-mooka-back-say-irate-parents/): Irate parents of Madisong Secondary School in Hammanskraal want suspended principal Bethuel Mooka to be reinstated to the school. According to one of the parents at the school Phuthi Stanley Kololo, there is no longer discipline at Madisong Secondary School and that they as parents are not satisfied about the performance of the Acting Principal SS Nkoana as learners come to the school later than the scheduled time and after a few minutes they (learners ) would be seen roaming the streets of the area and indulging themselves in drugs and alcohol. “This school is literally a place of chaos ... Read more
- [BRINK ELECTED DEPUTY CHAIR, BUT WILL STAY ON TO FIGHT IN TSHWANE](https://tshwanetalks.com/brink-elected-deputy-chair-but-will-stay-on-to-fight-in-tshwane/): Newly elected leadership of DA photo supplied Tshwane DA leader Cilliers Brink was elected to the position of Deputy Chairperson of the DA Federal Council at the party’s elective conference held at the Gallagher Convention Centre on Sunday, but be that as it may, he has already announced that he will stay on in Tshwane and fight for the position of Tshwane Mayor in the forthcoming Municipal elections. The conference saw many young leaders of the DA emerging to take centre stage at national level in the affairs of the party. DA patron Helen Zille and outgoing party leader John ... Read more
- [MADLANGA COMMISSION'S REVELATIONS ON THE DEPTH OF INCOMPETENCIES AND CORRUPTION WITHIN THE TMPD (TSHWANE METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT)](https://tshwanetalks.com/madlanga-commissions-revelations-on-the-depth-of-incompetencies-and-corruption-within-the-tmpd-tshwane-metropolitan-police-department/): By Cde Joel Kgomotso Masilela kwa Mahlangu ANC Greater Tshwane Region Spokespersons ANC Greater Tshwane Region welcomes the interviews of witnesses, from the TMPD who appeared before the Madlanga Commission. It has always been a worrying factor for the ANC on how this department and others would have been plunged into objects of malfeasance and the depth of corruption over the years under the DA led administration and those it governed with, and has led to the collapse of the entire governance system in the city. The ANC Greater Tshwane Region had in the month of February 2026 continued to ... Read more
- [CITY OF TSHWANE INCREASES CAPACITY OF BUILT ENVIROMENT AND ENVIRONMENT DIVISION TO ENFORCE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING BY LAW AND REMOVE ILLEGAL SIGNAGE](https://tshwanetalks.com/city-of-tshwane-increases-capacity-of-built-enviroment-and-environment-division-to-enforce-outdoor-advertising-by-law-and-remove-illegal-signage/): By Cllr Sarah Mabotsa MMC for Economic Development & Spatial Planning Tshwane Executive Mayor, Dr Nasiphi Moya, joined Councillor Sarah Mabotsa, the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) responsible for Economic Development and Spatial Planning, in launching the Outdoor Advertising Compliance Ambassadors Team in Sinoville. The Outdoor Advertising Compliance Ambassadors will work to make Tshwane cleaner by intensifying the enforcement of the City’s by-law relating to outdoor advertising. Portable Outdoor advertising signs includes placards, banners which are often placed on fences and boundary walls, posters affixed on streetlights and traffic signs, real estate agent and auction signs, trailers with advertising ... Read more
- [MKHWEBANE CONTINUES CRUSADE FOR GRATUITY](https://tshwanetalks.com/mkhwebane-continues-crusade-for-gratuity/): Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane MKP chairperosn of Mpumalanga Former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane is continuing her crusade to be paid gratuity that she says is due to her after leaving her position as the country’s Public Protector. Mkhwebane was the 4th Public Protector in democratic South Africa and assumed the position in October 2016 until she was removed in September 2023 after being impeached by Parliament. Mkhwebane has not been paid her gratuity, estimated to be around R10 million when she left office and has been fighting for it ever since. Her successor Kholeka Gcaleka has so far been successful in ... Read more
- [TSHWANE MAYOR WASTES ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO FIRE TENDERPRENEUR MMC](https://tshwanetalks.com/tshwane-mayor-wastes-another-opportunity-to-fire-tenderpreneur-mmc/): Ald Cilliers Brink DA Tshwane Caucus Leader and DA Tshwane mayoral candidate photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Ald Cilliers Brink DA Tshwane Mayoral Candidate City of Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya has reconfigured her Mayoral Committee to appoint a replacement for sacked MMC Kholofelo Morudi after mention of her dealings with Seargent Fannie Nkosi came to light at the Madlanga Commission. Yet, once again, Mayor Moya ignored the wrongdoing of her ANC Deputy Mayor and MMC of Finance, Eugene Modise, who was exposed in February 2025 for financially benefiting from the municipality illegally. The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Tshwane has now ... Read more
- [FULL ROAD CLOSURE: TSAMAYA AVENUE (MAMELODI K-18)](https://tshwanetalks.com/full-road-closure-tsamaya-avenue-mamelodi-k-18/): City of Tshwane MMC for road and transport Tlangi Mogale photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Cllr Tlangi Mogale MMC for Roads & Transport The City of Tshwane, through its Roads and Transport Department, wishes to inform residents, commuters, and all road users of a planned road closure in Mamelodi as part of ongoing efforts to upgrade and modernise the City’s economic infrastructure. This intervention forms part of the City’s broader programme to improve road networks, enhance mobility, and support economic activity by ensuring safer, more efficient transport corridors. The closure details are as follows: Location: Closure Type: Start Date: Duration: ... Read more
- [AUBTTA WARNS BMA'S MASIAPATO REGARDING RIMBI TOURS BUS OPERATORS](https://tshwanetalks.com/aubtta-warns-bmas-masiapato-regarding-rimbi-tours-bus-operators/): Mukhwathi Phumudzo chairperson of African United Boarders Bus Trucks Association (AUBBTA) The African Unite Borders Bus Trucks has warned Border Management Authority (BMA) Commissioner Mike Masiapato to refrain from recognising bus operator Rimbi Tours as a legitimate company without verification from the Cross Border Road Transport Agency (CBRTA). “The CBRTA is the custodian of the Cross Border Operations Act of 1988 and it must be allowed to charge and revoke the license of Rimbi Tours bus company for violating crossborder permit conditions,” said AUBBTA Chairperson Mukhwathi Phumudzo in an exclusive interview with Tshwane Talks on Wednesday. “We suspect that Rimbi ... Read more
- [OPPORTUNISM OR POLITICAL VIRUS?](https://tshwanetalks.com/opportunism-or-political-virus/): By Apson Sepadi Makaung It is no longer a matter of political game theory, but a display of unbecoming political conduct that undermines not only the families of those who swelled the ranks of our revolutionary ancestors, but the South African nation at large. On Sunday, the 5th of April 2026, the political parties displayed questionable conduct by organising parallel events in Mamelodi instead of displaying a unity to honor Cde Solomon Mahlangu who was a becon of unity. Today, the 8th of April 2026, some of the ANC – SACP allinace members undermined the will of Comrade Chris Hani’s ... Read more
- [MAMELODI MAN SENTECNED TO LIFE IMPRISONMENT FOR RAPING HIS GIRLFRIENDS MINOR DAUGHTHER](https://tshwanetalks.com/mamelodi-man-sentecned-to-life-imprisonment-for-raping-his-girlfriends-minor-daughther/): By Lumka Mahanjana NPA Regional Spokesperson The National Prosecuting Authority welcomes the sentence of life imprisonment handed down by the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court to Mr X from Mamelodi for raping his girlfriend’s 12-year-old daughter. He was further sentenced to five years direct imprisonment for sexual assault. The court ordered that the sentence of life imprisonment run concurrently with the five-year direct imprisonment sentence. Between 2022 to 2023, Mr X raped and sexually assaulted his girlfriend’s daughter at their place of residence in Mamelodi. This was discovered on 15 May 2023 when the mother of the victim fetched the child from ... Read more
- [EXECUTIVE MAYOR APPOINTS CLLR FLORA MONAMA AS MMC FOR CORPORATE AND SHARED SERVICES](https://tshwanetalks.com/executive-mayor-appoints-cllr-flora-monama-as-mmc-for-corporate-and-shared-services/): Cllr Flora Monama as the Member of the Mayoral Committee responsible for Corporate and Shared Services photo supplied By Dr Nasiphi Moya Tshwane Executive Mayor I am pleased to announce the appointment of Cllr Flora Monama as the Member of the Mayoral Committee responsible for Corporate and Shared Services. Cllr Monama brings more than 30 years of senior public sector experience, spanning human resource management, labour relations, compliance oversight, and organisational administration. In her current role, she serves as Chairperson of the Section 79 Committee on Utility Services, where she has overseen municipal accountability and key service delivery functions. In ... Read more
- [RIVERLEA SECONDARY BURNS DOWN](https://tshwanetalks.com/riverlea-secondary-burns-down/): By Steve Mabona Gauteng department of education Spokesperson Gauteng MEC for Education, Lebogang Maile, will on Wednesday, 8 April 2026, visit Riverlea Secondary School following a devastating fire incident that took place on Tuesday, 7 April 2026, and destroyed an entire classroom block at the school.
- [NKOSI REMAINS BEHIND BARS – BUT WHERE ARE THE BOSSES?](https://tshwanetalks.com/nkosi-remains-behind-bars-but-where-are-the-bosses/): Tebogo MashilompaneNational Leader of Forum for South Africa By Tebogo Mashilompane National Leader of Forum for South Africa (FOSA) The Forum for South Africa (FOSA) notes that Police Sergeant Fannie Nkosi will remain behind bars following the postponement of his bail application to 13 April. While this development marks a continuation of the legal process, it also raises deeper and more urgent questions about accountability. FOSA maintains that the arrest and detention of Nkosi must not be treated as the end of the matter, but rather as the beginning of uncovering a far broader network of corruption. We are concerned ... Read more
- [POLICE OFFICIAL APPEARS IN COURT FOR DEFRAUDING THE SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE](https://tshwanetalks.com/police-official-appears-in-court-for-defrauding-the-south-african-police-service/): By Lumka Mahanjana NPA Regional Spokesperson The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) confirms the court appearance of a 52-year-old police captain, Johannes Daniel Jansen van Rensberg, before the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court on charges of fraud worth R4million and theft worth R1 million. Jansen van Rensberg, who is attached to the finance section of the Protection and Security Service (PSS), was granted bail of R50 000. It is alleged that between March 2024 to March 2026 Jansen van Rensberg allegedly used his access to the finance system to withdraw money by manipulating the system to book out cash for himself under the ... Read more
- [SGT NKOSI APPEARS IN COURT](https://tshwanetalks.com/sgt-nkosi-appears-in-court/): Sergeant Fannie Nkosi appeared in court photo supplied By Lumka Mahanjana NPA Regional Spokesperson Sargeant Fannie Ezekiel Nkosi (42) who is under suspension, attached to the Anti- Gang Unit of the South African Police Service, appeared before the Pretoria North Magistrates’ Court for his first appearance. The accused faces charges of unlawful possession of explosives, 3 counts of failure to safeguard firearms, 8 counts of failure to safeguard ammunition, defeating the administration of justice, failure to mount a stand up safe as per the SABS 953-1/2 and theft. It is alleged that the Task Team emanating from the Madlanga Commission ... Read more
- [Q AND A WITH DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH REGARDING DEBTS OWED BY PATIENTS](https://tshwanetalks.com/q-and-with-department-of-health-regarding-debts-owed-by-patients/): By Gauteng Department of Health 1.How many undocumented foreigners owe the Department money regarding health care and how many South Africans owe the Department money regarding health care that was offered to them? A. The Department can’t give an exact count of undocumented foreign nationals who owe money, person by person due to old administrative problems that made it hard to collect patient information across facilities. For a long time, hospitals had to put emergency care first, and they were often criticized for having strict rules about who could be treated. Because of this, foreign nationals often came in with: ... Read more
- [TMPD CHIEF OF POLICE ON THE GROUND TO ENSURE HOLIDAYMAKERS SAFE RETURNS](https://tshwanetalks.com/tmpd-chief-of-police-on-the-ground-to-ensure-holidaymakers-safe-returns/)
- [PASSING OF MELODIFORUM AFRIKA-BORWA FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT, ODA KGOMOTSO MASEMOLA](https://tshwanetalks.com/passing-of-melodiforum-afrika-borwa-founder-and-president-oda-kgomotso-masemola/): The late Presiden of Melodiforum Afrika Borwa , Oda Kgomotso Masemola By Board of Directors MelodiForum Afrika-Borwa It is with profound sadness that the Board of Directors of MelodiForum Afrika-Borwa announce the passing of our esteemed President, Oda Kgomotso Masemola, on 4 April 2026. Mr. Masemola was a selfless, dedicated, and unwavering champion of community upliftment, whose work touched lives across all nine provinces of South Africa. As Founder and President of MelodiForum Afrika-Borwa, he led with vision,integrity, and a deep commitment to empowering black communities, fostering unity, and driving meaningful social change. Under his leadership, the organisation grew into ... Read more
- [UMKHONTO WE SIZWE IS A TRADEMARK OF THE ANC," INSITS MBALULA](https://tshwanetalks.com/umkhonto-we-sizwe-is-a-trademark-of-the-anc-insits-mbalula/): Leaders of ANC NEC, family of the late Solomon Mahlangu and members photos supplied ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalua insisted that the name “Umkhonto We Sizwe” is a trademark of the ANC and that the ANC is still engaged in a court process to reclaim the name. Currently the name Umkhonto We Sizwe is used by Jacob Zuma’s party. Mbalula was speaking at the commemoration service of the late ANC and Umkhonto We Sizwe operative Solomon Kalushi Mahlangu held at the Mamelodi West cemetery. Mahlangu was hanged at the Pretoria Central Prison (now known as Kgoshi Mampuru Correctional Centre)by the ... Read more
- [CAPTAIN ARRESTED FOR DEFRAUDING SAPS PSS DIVISION OF MILLIONS](https://tshwanetalks.com/captain-arrested-for-defrauding-saps-pss-division-of-millions/): By Brigadier Athlenda Mathe SAPS Spokesperson The South African Police Service(SAPS) anti-corruption unit has arrested a 53 year-old Captain for fraud. His arrest emanates from an internal investigation sanctioned by the Division: Financial Management Services, following suspicious transactions on the Polfin system. The Captain will appear on Tuesday, 07 April 2026, before the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on a charge of fraud. The National Commissioner of SAPS, General Fannie Masemola has welcomed the arrest. “any member found to be engaging in corrupt activities will face the full might of the law. There will be no exceptions, and no compromise. Accountability is ... Read more
- [ARMCHAIR CRITIC: STOP USING THE "EITHER OR" TACTICS; PLAY MOFOKENG AND ZWANE SAME TIME](https://tshwanetalks.com/armchair-critic-stop-using-the-either-or-tactics-play-mofokeng-and-zwane-same-time/): I am convinced that Relebohile Mofokeng is the football Messiah that we have been looking for. The 21-year-old is a marvel to watch and must be played in that number 10 position in the Bafana Bafana setup and I don’t care what his coach at Orlando Pirates thinks about this matter because he doesn’t trust Mofokeng. That Pirates coach loves diagonal crosses; he doesn’t like talented players like Mofokeng who can take defenders on and dribble them. The Pirates coach is from Morocco anyway; a country that has never won anything in football since 1976 and was literally handed the ... Read more
- [Q AND A SESSION WITH MAYORAL SPOKESPERSON MGOBOZI REGARDING WATER TANKERS](https://tshwanetalks.com/q-and-a-session-with-mayoral-spokesperson-mgobozi-regarding-water-tankers/): Samkelo MgoboziTshwane Mayoral Spokesperson By Samkelo Mgobozi Tshwane Mayoral Spokesperson The City of Tshwane is implementing targeted adjustments to its water tankering programme as part of the _Wate Stabilisation Plan_ and a transition to a more sustainable, municipal-led service model. This reflects a clear shift from an emergency, outsourced response to a controlled, internally driven approach that strengthens accountability, improves efficiency, and restores long-term system stability. This transition ensures that emergency assistance continues where required, while the City works to restore reliable water supply through the network and reduce reliance on tankers over time. 1. Are existing private tanker contracts ... Read more
- [PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA APPOINTS NEW SARS COMMISSIONER](https://tshwanetalks.com/president-ramaphosa-appoints-new-sars-commissioner/): President of Republic of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa By Vincent Magwenya Spokesperson to the President President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service for a period of five years with effect from 1 May 2026. President Ramaphosa has made this appointment in terms of section 6 of the South African Revenue Service Act of 1997, following a unanimous recommendation by a selection panel convened by Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana. Dr Makhubu, who has held the position of Deputy Commissioner: Taxpayer Engagement & Operations since 2023, succeeds Commissioner Edward Kieswetter whose ... Read more
- [MULTISTAKEHOLDER FORUM LAUNCHES MASTERPLAN TO ACCELERATE BIODIVERSITY ECONOMY IN THE EASTERN CAPE](https://tshwanetalks.com/multistakeholder-forum-launches-masterplan-to-accelerate-biodiversity-economy-in-the-eastern-cape/): Senior delegates gathered in Port Alfred for the launch of the Biodiversity Economy Master Plan, including Deputy Minister of COGTA Prince Zolile Burns-Ncamashe (4th from left), His Majesty King Vululwandle Sandile of the AmaRharhabe Kingdom (5th from left), Dr Howard Hendricks Managing Executive: Conservation (3rd from right), World Bank Practice Manager for East and Southern Africa Paul Martin (far right) photo supplied By JP Louw SANParks Head of Communications and Spokesperson The Greater Addo-Amathole Biodiversity Economy Node (GAA BEN) Master Plan was formally launched during the 5th Multistakeholder Coordination Forum, held from 31 March – 01 April 2026, at Royal ... Read more
- [PROSECUTOR DENIED BAIL FOR ALLEGED DOMESTIC VIOLENCE-RELATED CHARGES](https://tshwanetalks.com/prosecutor-denied-bail-for-alleged-domestic-violence-related-charges/): By Lumka Mahanjana NPA Regional Spokesperson The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) welcomes the decision of the Pretoria North Magistrates’ Court to deny bail to Advocate Lucas Motshabi (42), a Senior State Advocate attached to the Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) in the Kimberley office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. This outcome underscores the NPA’s firm stance that acts of domestic violence will not be tolerated, regardless of the position held by the accused, and affirms the Authority’s commitment to protecting victims and upholding the rule of law without fear, favour or prejudice. Advocate Motshabi is facing charges of contravention of ... Read more
- [SANCO GAUTENG BLASTS PREMIER’S RECKLESS CABINET RESHUFFLE AND DEMANDS IMMEDIATE RESIGNATION](https://tshwanetalks.com/sanco-gauteng-blasts-premiers-reckless-cabinet-reshuffle-and-demands-immediate-resignation/): SANCO Provincial chairperson Abram Matlakala Mashishi photo by Dimakatso Modipa By Matlakala Abram Mashishi SANCO Provincial chairperson The South African National Civic Organization (SANCO) Gauteng unequivocally condemns and rejects the reckless, arrogant and politically bankrupt cabinet reshuffle undertaken by the Premier of Gauteng. This reshuffle represents a direct insult to the people of Gauteng and a calculated attack on the Alliance. SANCO, as the authentic voice of communities on the ground, has once again been deliberately sidelined and treated with utter contempt. This continued marginalization reflects a leadership that is detached from the lived realities of our people, self-serving, and ... Read more
- [TSHWANE SPEAKER ENGAGES GA-RANKUWA RESIDENTS DURING HUMAN RIGHTS DIALOGUE](https://tshwanetalks.com/tshwane-speaker-engages-ga-rankuwa-residents-during-human-rights-dialogue/): The City of Tshwane Speaker of Council, Cllr Mncedi Ndzwanana, engaged residents of Ga-Rankuwa during a human rights dialogue hosted by the Gauteng Provincial Legislature at Thabong Lodge photos supplied By Mzwandile Khati Media Relations Specialist in the City of Tshwane The City of Tshwane Speaker of Council, Cllr Mncedi Ndzwanana, engaged residents of Ga-Rankuwa during a human rights dialogue hosted by the Gauteng Provincial Legislature at Thabong Lodge on Tuesday, 31 March 2026. Held under the theme “Voices of Gauteng: Language, Culture and the Right to Belong”, the dialogue brought together a diversity of voices including from community members, ... Read more
- [LESUFI SACKS MATOME CHILOANE](https://tshwanetalks.com/lesufi-sacks-matome-chiloane/): Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has given MEC for Education Matome Chiloane the proverbial sack, and long-serving Lebogang Maile will replace him in that position as he will be leaving the Gauteng Department of Finance. From now hence the Finance Department will be headed by EFF member Nkululeko Dunga, who had previously worked as MMC for Finance at the Ekurhuleni Municipality. Lesufi announced these changes at a media conference held in Johannesburg on Wednesday. He said the changes were made after broad consultations with the national leadership of the ANC as well as all parties that are represented in the Gauteng ... Read more
- [CAPTAIN SUSPENDED AFTER DEFRAUDING SAPS PSS OF MILLIONS](https://tshwanetalks.com/captain-suspended-after-defrauding-saps-pss-of-millions/): By Brigadier Athlenda Mathe SAPS Spokesperson The South African Police Service(SAPS) has suspended a Captain attached to the Protection Security Services(PSS) after an internal investigation uncovered discrepancies and suspicious transactions within the division. The member is attached to the finance section of the Protection and Security Service(PSS) and allegedly used his access to the finance system to withdraw monies running into millions. An investigation has uncovered that he manipulated the system to book out cash for himself under the disguise that the money was meant for travelling expenses for close protectors attached to the Presidential Protection Services(PPS). Further investigations uncovered ... Read more
- [MA- CONCERNE HOLD SEMINAR REGARDING COMPLIANCE](https://tshwanetalks.com/ma-concerne-hold-seminar-regarding-compliance/): The Concerned Tshwane Liquor Traders Association, commonly known as “Ma- Concerne” held a seminar on Tuesday to edify its members regarding various issues that require compliance from them them as liquor traders. The seminar, which was held at the Lindi Park home of the organisation’s leader Oupa Mthombeni, was attended by stakeholders such as the Gauteng Liquor Board officials, National Liquor Traders Association, Heineken beverages officials, Thandanani Drop Inn Centre as well as mental health awareness officials. Over hundred enthusiastic members of the Concerned Tshwane Liquor Traders Association attended the seminar. According to the organisation’s President Oupa Mthombeni, the seminar ... Read more
- [AFRIFORUM DONATES TRAINED K9 TO SAPS IN WESTERN CAPE AMID SHORTAGE](https://tshwanetalks.com/afriforum-donates-trained-k9-to-saps-in-western-cape-amid-shortage/): By Jacques Broodryk Chief Spokesperson: Community Safety AfriForum AfriForum today donated a trained police dog named Bruno (Belgian Malinois) to the South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Western Cape to help address the critical shortage of K9 resources in the province. K9 unit Bruno, Sgt. Teboho Thelejane, Bruno and Lt.Col. Ricardo Davids and Jacques Broodryk photos and videos supplied Bruno is the first fully trained police dog that AfriForum has donated to the SAPS K9 unit and Jacques Broodryk, AfriForum’s Chief Spokesperson for Community Safety, says that he certainly won’t be the last. “The donation of a trained dog ... Read more

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