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208 articles in the TruthFoundry index. Each links out to the original.

• ANC Veteran Dlamini-Zuma Stands by Vote-Buying Allegations Against Mbalula · ANC veteran Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma defends allegations that Fikile Mbalula bought votes at party conferences despite a lawsuit.
• Retired Hawks Chief Rebuts Allegations of Links to Molefe · Lt-Gen Godfrey Lebeya denies knowing Katiso Molefe and cites political interference in the SAPS.
• Joburg Mayor Morero Apologizes for Using Profanity with Resident · Joburg Mayor Dada Morero apologized for using profanity during an electricity dispute meeting.
• Joburg Council Faces Criticism Over Lesiba Malotana's Public Safety Appointment · Civil society and opposition parties demand the rescission of Lesiba Malotana's appointment as Johannesburg's head of public safety.
• ActionSA files IEC complaint against ANC's Maepa over Tshwane mayor allegations · ActionSA lodged an IEC complaint against ANC's Kgosi Maepa for spreading disinformation about Tshwane mayor Nasiphi Moya.
• Khampepe Commission Continues Probe into TRC Case Stalling Allegations · South Africa's Khampepe commission continues its inquiry into alleged efforts to stall TRC investigations in Johannesburg.
• Former Hawks Chief Godfrey Lebeya Testifies at Madlanga Inquiry · Lt-Gen Godfrey Lebeya, former head of the Hawks, appears before the Madlanga commission of inquiry.
• Matlala Reveals Details of Meeting with KZN Police Commissioner Mkhwanazi · Alleged cartel member Vusimusi Matlala testified about a meeting with KZN police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi regarding corruption allegations.
• South African Court Fines Good Party R90,000 for Undeclared Donation · South Africa's Electoral Court fined the Good party R90,000 for failing to disclose a R900,000 donation from Electrox Properties.
• South Africa Speaker Didiza Survives No-Confidence Vote · National Assembly speaker Thoko Didiza survived a motion of no-confidence sponsored by the EFF.
• Durban businessman claims politically motivated arrest in trafficking case · A Durban businessman charged with human trafficking claims in a bail hearing that his arrest was politically motivated, while police deny it.
• EThekwini Councillor Welekazi Sibiya Dies After Short Illness · DA councillor Welekazi Sibiya died suddenly in Durban following a brief illness and hospitalization.
• ANC Mandates Matric Certificates for New Councillors Ahead of 2026 Elections · The ANC requires new municipal councillor candidates to hold a matric certificate or NQF level 4 qualification by November 2026.
• ANC Veteran Dlamini-Zuma Retracts Vote-Buying Allegations Against Lamola · Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma withdrew claims linking Ronald Lamola to a vote-buying audio recording after he denied involvement.
• Johannesburg Wage Bill Absorbs 40% of Revenue Amid Financial Crisis · CDE warns Johannesburg's wage bill consumes 40% of collected funds, driving a dangerous financial spiral.
• South African MPs Warn Home Affairs of Budget Risk After Migrant Repatriation Surge · Parliamentary committee warns Home Affairs department faces funding shortfalls following costly migrant repatriation operations.
• Ramaphosa Urges DA's Michalakis to Collaborate on Water Crisis · South African President Cyril Ramaphosa challenged DA MP George Michalakis to stop politicizing the water crisis and work collaboratively.
• Ramaphosa pledges arrests of instigators of anti-immigrant violence in South Africa · President Cyril Ramaphosa said police will arrest those inciting violence against immigrants in South Africa.
• ANC seeks renewed mandate to fix failing South African municipalities · The ANC argues its experience and accountability make it fit to lead local government elections again.
• Khampepe Commission Continues Inquiry into TRC Case Stalling Allegations · The Khampepe commission of inquiry is continuing its investigation into alleged attempts to stall apartheid-era prosecutions.
• Gems Board Suspends Chief Stan Moloabi Pending Internal Review · The Government Employees Medical Scheme board suspended its principal officer Stan Moloabi pending an internal administrative process.
• Alleged Cartel Boss Matlala Testifies Before Madlanga Commission · Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala testified before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria on August 25, 2026.
• Ex-Hawks Boss Accuses DA MP of Corruption with Billionaire Kirsh · Prince Mokotedi claims billionaire Nathan Kirsh paid R10m for Glynnis Breytenbach's DA position and shares.
• ANC Launches 2026 Manifesto 'Masakhe' with Free Services and Municipal Reform Plans · The ANC launched its 2026 manifesto 'Masakhe', promising free basic services for grant recipients and municipal restructuring.
• Al Jama-ah Leader Slams Adam Habib Over Zille Mayoral Push · Al Jama-ah leader Ganief Hendricks criticizes Adam Habib for supporting Helen Zille as Johannesburg mayoral candidate.
• March leader apologizes for ethnic university proposal after backlash · Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma apologized for suggesting ethnic universities after critics warned it would Balkanize South Africa.
• ANC to File Criminal Charges Against DA MP Mark Burke Over R4bn Forex Allegations · The ANC announced it will file criminal charges against DA MP Mark Burke and his firm Kastelo regarding alleged R4bn forex violations.
• South African President Ramaphosa Hosts Zimbabwean Leader Mnangagwa · President Cyril Ramaphosa hosts Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa for a Bi-National Commission meeting.
• Fadiel Adams Testimony Continues at Madlanga Commission · MP Fadiel Adams faces ongoing cross-examination by the Madlanga commission of inquiry.
• Witness G linked to Mogotsi, Adams in case against Khumalo · Madlanga commission hears Witness G helped Adams open cases against crime intelligence boss Khumalo and is linked to Mogotsi.