Hawks boss claims he didn’t know of Cat Matlala’s criminal dealings
Lesetja Senona returned to the Madlanga Commission, facing tough questions over his relationship with alleged murderer Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.
Lesetja Senona returned to the Madlanga Commission, facing tough questions over his relationship with alleged murderer Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.
It takes an average of 175 days to convict a murderer in South Africa, and 219 days in rape cases. Rise Mzansi says delays in justice for violent crimes amount to a crisis. The party is calling for more detectives, forensic specialists, and a modernised criminal justice system.
The DA has hired a tracing agent to locate Edwin Sodi amid delays in blacklisting him. Sodi’s company won a R292-million Rooiwal tender that was never completed, despite funds being paid out. Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya denies delays, saying procedural issues forced the city to strengthen its submission.
Andile Mngwevu’s remains were found in Mozambique after he was swept away by floods earlier this month. His family has requested privacy as they mourn his tragic passing. The ANC has extended condolences, describing him as a principled servant of the people.
Afghanistan has officially banned women from all education beyond Grade 6, affecting over 2.2 million girls. Taliban men were filmed celebrating the decision, sparking global outrage. Human rights groups warn this leaves online learning as Afghan girls’ only remaining path to education.
Ekurhuleni, Tshwane and the West Rand have been identified as foot and mouth disease hotspots in Gauteng. More than 260 000 animals have been affected, prompting calls for a national state of disaster. Government has committed R16 million to vaccines and field operations as over 195 outbreaks are confirmed.
Three suspects were arrested in Piet Retief following a business robbery at Mkhuze China Mall in KwaZulu-Natal.
Lesetja Senona has denied leaking sensitive state information to Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala during his testimony at the Madlanga Commission. He dismissed claims of a close relationship with Matlala and said allegations linking him to the Big 5 cartel are malicious. Matlala and Katiso Molefe have been named by General Dumisane Khumalo as key figures in the alleged criminal network.
Witness E told the Madlanga Commission that Senzo Mchunu ordered him to lie and testify in the minister’s favour. Audio recordings played before the commission allegedly show Mchunu instructing the witness to share his statement and search for information to discredit the PKTT. The witness claims Mchunu was persistent in trying to link the task team to the assassination of Sindiso Magaqa.