Manyane Manyane

Investigations Journalist

UN warns about child trafficking crisis that's escalating globally

Manyane Manyane|Published

A shocking UN Human Rights Council report reveals an alarming surge in child trafficking worldwide, with four in 10 victims being children. South Africa faces particular ...

Eskom probes executives in alleged job-for-pals scandal

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Eskom confirmed the allegations, adding that the case was reported via email and channeled through to its confidential whistleblowing hotline.

The legacy of Bantu Education remains in SA schools, say experts

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has acknowledged past failures in education reform.

Public Protector dismisses R200k hiring scandal against ex-Eskom boss De Ruyter

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The Public Protector has vindicated former Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter in a high-profile investigation into allegations of nepotism and procurement irregularities. ...

SAPS DNA crisis: Thousands of criminal cases at risk of collapse

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A critical crisis unfolds as SAPS DNA backlog surpasses 140 000 cases, forcing criminal cases to be withdrawn and leaving thousands of victims without justice. Portfolio ...

MEC blames non-payment of salaries on the previous administration

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She said this was due to financial mismanagement under the previous board.

Failure to pay workers believed to be political smear campaign against NW MEC

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This came after the MEC allegedly told members of Scopa to declare their businesses with NWPTB.

Proposed tax increases blamed on corruption, incompetence and bad politics

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Governance experts said the burden of government corruption, failure and incompetence had been passed on to the taxpayers.

Westville Prison inmates protest food shortages and quality

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Inmates at Westville Prison allege severe food shortages and poor quality, prompting calls for investigation into human rights violations.

Alleged Gold Mafia says he was not given a right of reply in a judgment that favoured SARS

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The order authorised the repatriation of foreign assets and limited his right to travel outside the country.

Godongwana urged to increase social grants in line with food inflation

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The value of social grants has been decreasing due to the exorbitant cost of living.

Questions over Mineral and Petroleum Resources committee’s silence on Stilfontein deaths

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The organisations called on the portfolio committee to immediately exercise its legislative oversight functions.

Over 400 Eastern Cape schools still rely on unsafe pit toilets

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SAHRC’s investigation reveals that over 400 schools in the Eastern Cape are still using unsafe pit toilets, putting the lives and dignity of young learners at risk. ...

Matjhabeng Local Municipality placed under administration due to service delivery collapse

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Matjhabeng Local Municipality in Free State has been placed under administration following severe financial mismanagement and service delivery failures, impacting ...

Calls for alternative funding models to revitalise the SANDF

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Calls for alternative funding models and an adequate budget for the South African National Defence Force arise amid severe budget cuts and operational challenges. ...

Residents concerned about alleged maladministration and corruption in the project

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Residents said the municipality allegedly wanted to pay the transactional advisor 10% despite a legal opinion being sought and disagreed with payment.

Ramaphosa and government face legal action over apartheid-era damages claims

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Families of apartheid victims have filed a court application seeking R165 million in constitutional damages from President Cyril Ramaphosa and the government, citing ...

NSFAS urged to settle R44 million debt to avoid academic disruption

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NSFAS faces mounting pressure as the Private Student Housing Association reveals a R44 million debt, risking the academic year for thousands of students. Urgent ...

Spat continues between police and union over allegations regarding blasting of shaft 10 at Stilfontein mine

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The union wants police to allow a public inspection of the shaft.

Vavi-Stilfontein deaths a reminder of Marikana massacre

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Saftu says hunger has been used as a weapon to achieve the same outcome.

Alleged killer of Shailen Singh has business interests across the country

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He is listed as a director of 19 companies across the country. The companies include beverages, properties and protection services.

Sedibeng mayor accuses municipal manager of smear campaign

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Mayor Lerato Maloka of Sedibeng District Municipality accuses municipal manager Motsumi Mathe of orchestrating a smear campaign against her following a dispute over ...

Independent Media and IOL officially withdraw from the Press Council

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The company said the PCSA’s handling of the suppression of the constitutional right of its writers to express opinions has proven that the organisation has become ...

Oscar Mabuyane under scrutiny as SIU probes fraudulent Fort Hare qualifications

Manyane Manyane|Published

The SIU's expanded investigation into Fort Hare University raises serious questions about the integrity of academic qualifications held by politicians, including ...

DA wants ConCourt to rule Citizenship Act

Manyane Manyane and Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The DA said the SCA was correct in all aspects in its approach to this matter