Themba Hlophe

Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Water and Sanitation has urged authorities to act swiftly and communicate clearly to prevent panic following reports of rising typhoid cases in Hammanskraal and Bronkhorstspruit, in the City of Tshwane.

A 33-year-old man, Xolani Musawenkosi Xulu, accused of killing five people during a shooting at Qedukuma Tavern in Zithobeni, has abandoned his bail application. Xulu faces five counts of murder and three of attempted murder. The case was postponed to 13 January 2026 for further investigation.

Former National Police Commissioner Riah Phiyega has strongly denied testimony before the Madlanga Commission linking her to businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala. Phiyega rejected claims that Matlala was at her home before his arrest, calling the allegation false and requesting a formal chance to challenge it.

The Madlanga Commission heard shocking claims that suspended deputy national police commissioner Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya allegedly received cash, livestock, and other favours from businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, including R2 million for a property purchase and antelopes for his farm.