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When Firearms Flow from Security to the Streets: The Mthatha Arrest and the Need for Stricter Oversight

October 15, 2026 admin

In Mthatha, a businessman tied to a security firm was arrested after 140 firearms were seized from his premises, a scandal that exposes gaps in regulatory controls and the dangerous…

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ANC’s Forensic Audit of Eastern Cape Candidate Lists Raises Questions About Internal Democracy

October 15, 2026 admin

When the ANC commissioned a forensic auditor to examine the Eastern Cape candidate lists, the move was both a response to credible allegations of manipulation and a warning that internal…

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Why Cat Matlala’s Bail Denial Matters Beyond a Single Lease

October 15, 2026 admin

The court’s decision to deny bail in the R1.2 million lease fraud case involving former boxer Cat Matlala underscores a broader debate over the role of bail in safeguarding public confidence…

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Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee on Police Corruption Faces Further Delays: A Call for Urgent Action

October 15, 2026 admin

Delays in forming a committee to investigate police misconduct erode public confidence and allow corruption to fester, demanding a swift, bipartisan response.

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Long Wait, Long Pain: Why Western Cape’s Housing Queue Remains Unmoved

October 14, 2026 admin

More than 400,000 families in the Western Cape are still waiting a decade or longer for a state‑provided home, a crisis that reflects deeper structural failures in South Africa’s housing…

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IEC Hails Electoral Court’s Dismissal of ANC’s 181-Candidate Bid: A Victory for Electoral Integrity

October 14, 2026 admin

The Independent Electoral Commission celebrates a court ruling that bars the ANC from adding a large number of extra candidates, affirming the rule of law and ensuring a fair playing…

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When a Minor Party Claims the Spotlight: Freedom Front Plus Leads the 2026 Local Election Ballot

October 14, 2026 admin

The Freedom Front Plus’s unexpected rise to the top of the ballot list in the 2026 municipal elections marks a turning point for South Africa’s political calculus, challenging assumptions about…

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SARB’s 25‑Basis‑Point Hike: A Necessary Check on Inflation, a Potential Drag on Growth

October 14, 2026 admin

The South African Reserve Bank’s decision to lift the repo rate to 7.25% reflects a balancing act between curbing inflation and sustaining a fragile economy.

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When the Shield Turns to Swords: The Sibiya Case and the Urgent Need for Police Accountability

October 14, 2026 admin

Senior officer Shadrack Sibiya’s arrest on rape and child‑grooming charges exposes a deeper crisis of trust and governance within South Africa’s police force.

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Ekurhuleni Murders: Dineo Motapane’s Identification Underscores a Systemic Crisis

October 14, 2026 admin

With the latest victim, Dineo Motapane, identified by her family, the Ekurhuleni murder saga forces a painful examination of the region’s policing, community trust, and the urgent need for reform.

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