MTN’s R74 Billion Lawsuit: 5 Key Reasons This Case Could Redefine Global Corporate Accountability
MTN faces a R74bn lawsuit over alleged bribery in Iran. This case could reshape global corporate accountability and test…
Category: South Africa
Electronic Voting in South Africa: IEC Invites Public to Participate by 30 September 2025
The Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has launched a major public consultation regarding the future of electronic voting in the country. This initiative invites all South Africans to read and respond to a newly released discussion document that explores the possible implementation of electronic voting systems in upcoming elections.
Commission of inquiry into police corruption way overdue
Since 2019, organisations such as CW and the Institute for Security Studies have raised alarms about the pervasive growth of organised crime during South Africa’s state capture years. In a joint submission to the Zondo commission, they detailed how criminal justice agencies were manipulated for political and personal gain.
Gauteng’s Corruption Scandal: R3.4 Million Lost and Recovered – Forensic Reports and Accountability
Gauteng corruption, forensic reports Gauteng, R3.4 million corruption, Gauteng fraud cases, South Africa government corruptio In recent years, the Gauteng…
Elon Musk: Wednesday Morning Spice: Top Global Headlines from Elon Musk to Durban Beach Ban
Start your day informed with Wednesday Morning Spice—a curated roundup of today’s most important global news stories. From political shocks and legal showdowns to urban development and tech titans, here’s your ultimate briefing on what matters most in the world right now.
Billion-Rand Mental Hospital Scandal: Former Officials and Consultants Face Corruption Charges in Northern Cape
Explore the unfolding billion-rand mental hospital corruption scandal involving former government officials and private consultants in South Africa. Learn about the charges, investigation details, and the impact on public finance management.
mental hospital scandal, Northern Cape corruption, South African government corruption, public finance management fraud, Hawks investigation, Babereki Consulting scandal, Motlalepule Elia Selemela, Ruth Palm, state capture South Africa, money laundering South Africa
Knysna Infrastructure Crisis: How This Garden Route Town Is Falling Behind George and Plettenberg Bay
Knysna, once one of the Garden Route’s shining stars, is now showing alarming signs of infrastructure crisis. While nearby towns such as George and Plettenberg Bay (Plett) thrive under effective governance, Knysna’s roads are crumbling, basic services falter, and the town risks losing its charm and investment appeal.
37 % of Senior Gauteng Government Officials Fail Lifestyle Audits – What It Means for You
A shocking 37 % of Gauteng’s senior officials failed lifestyle audits. Explore how this impacts governance, corruption prevention, accountability measures, and…
School Uniform Fraud: Former Western Cape Deputy Mayor Benjamin Zass Convicted Over R20,000 Tender
School uniform fraud cases involving high-ranking officials are especially shocking. In this story, Benjamin Zass, formerly the Deputy Mayor of Cederberg Municipality, was convicted for misappropriating a R20,000 tender intended to provide school dresses for disadvantaged children. This post examines the crime, legal breaches, trial drama, and broader lessons.
DDM|Comprehensive Guide to South Africa’s District Development Model: Unlocking Powerful Local Growth and Transformation
The District Development Model (DDM) is a transformative approach launched by the South African government to ensure integrated and cooperative governance at the district level. It is designed to accelerate service delivery and socio-economic development by fostering collaboration between national, provincial, and local government spheres.