Simon Majadibodu

Junior Multimedia Journalist

KZN Premier expresses concern over Lt-Gen Mkhwanazi's contract renewal delay

Simon Majadibodu|Published

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli says he is worried that delays in confirming provincial police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s second term ...

Mkhwanazi slams SAPS vetting unit as 'dirty,' says he’d fire all officials starting with Feroz Khan

Simon Majadibodu|Published

KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, whose security clearance expired in 2018, says the police vetting section is 'dirty'.

Mkhwanazi demands change: SAPS vetting system in spotlight

Mayibongwe Maqhina and Simon Majadibodu|Published

KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, whose security clearance expired in 2018, says the police vetting section is “dirty”.

Unmasking Witness D's alleged killer, the highly trained ex-police task force member

Simon Majadibodu|Published

A former police task force member, trained at a staggering cost, faces murder charges in the Madlanga Commission case. Discover the shocking details surrounding ...

Witness D shooter in court as police hunt second suspect

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The first arrest has been made in the murder of whistle‑blower Witness D, with Matipandile Sotheni appearing in court. The shooting followed testimony about corruption ...

Paul O’Sullivan denies ActionSA’s corruption claims, reveals he donated to the party

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Forensic investigator Paul O’Sullivan revealed to Parliament’s ad hoc committee on Thursday that he donated to ActionSA when it was former, because he supported ...

Death toll in Ormonde building collapse rises to nine as approval questions emerge

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The death toll in the Ormonde two-storey building collapse has risen to nine, this was confirmed by Deputy minister of Labour Jomo Sibiya.

Soweto mom wants answers as probe begins into Grade R son’s school death

Anita Nkonki and Simon Majadibodu|Published

Soweto community seeks answers as GDE launches investigation into Grade R boy’s death

Four children discharged, one remains critical after suspected food poisoning in Eastern Cape

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Seven children fell ill in Msintsi, near WS Fort Jackson, on Saturday. Four have been discharged in good health, one remains hospitalised, and tragically, two did ...

Two children dead, five hospitalised in Eastern Cape suspected food poisoning

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Two children have died and five others are receiving treatment in hospital after suspected food poisoning in the Eastern Cape, health authorities said.

Durban shopkeeper arrested after he allegedly lured girl, 8, and kissed her

Simon Majadibodu|Published

A Durban shopkeeper faces arrest after allegedly molesting an eight-year-old girl who went to buy snacks.

Heat, hunger and hope: Inside Home Affairs queues across SA

Brandon Nel , Simon Majadibodu , Wendy Dondolo and Xolile Mtembu|Published

An IOL investigation across nine Home Affairs branches reveals persistent long queues and delays, despite online booking systems and promises of improved service. ...

'I loved leading the DA': Steenhuisen bows out, calls tenure ‘mission accomplished’

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

DA leader John Steenhuisen has pulled out of the party’s leadership contest.

UPDATE | Joburg student and security guards suffer severe burns in transformer explosion

Simon Majadibodu|Published

A student and three security guards sustained third-degree burns following a fire at a student residence in New Doornfontein on Monday morning.

Inside DA's turmoil: Steenhuisen clash sparks Dion George’s departure

Manyane Manyane and Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Former Environment Minister Dion George has resigned from the Democratic Alliance and Parliament, accusing party leader John Steenhuisen of financial misconduct ...

DA civil war explodes as Dion George walks out after bitter fallout with Steenhuisen

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Former Environment Minister Dion George has resigned from the Democratic Alliance and Parliament, accusing party leader John Steenhuisen of financial misconduct ...

DJ Warras murder: Police say arrest of murder suspect’s girlfriend and alleged shooter imminent

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

The investigating officer in the DJ Warras murder case revealed in court that police are closing in on the alleged shooter and plan to arrest the girlfriend of murder ...

‘Here he is’: Victor Majola allegedly pointed out DJ Warras moments before the fatal shooting

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

A man accused of arranging the killing of DJ Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, allegedly identified him to a gunman moments before he was shot dead, a ...

South Africa debates 30% pass mark as 2025 matric results are released

Masabata Mkwananzi and Simon Majadibodu|Updated

As South Africa prepares for the release of the 2025 matric results, Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube celebrates top achievers while BOSA's Mmusi Maimane demands ...

City of Ekurhuleni warns of fines as New Year fireworks rules enforced

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Ekurhuleni authorities have issued a stern warning to residents and businesses, announcing hefty fines for the illegal sale and use of fireworks during New Year ...

Madlanga Commission must force change: Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

KZN provincial police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi says he is confident the final Madlanga Commission report will deliver practical solutions ...

MK Party rejects proposed 4.1% pay rise for public office bearers as ‘morally indefensible’

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has rejected a proposed 4.1% salary increase for public office bearers, calling it unjustifiable and morally indefensible as millions ...

Christmas behind bars: Court denies bail for Limpopo musician Shebeshxt

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Controversial Shebeshxt, a Limpopo lekompo star, will remain in custody during the festive season after the Polokwane Magistrate's Court denied him bail on serious ...

Injury in KZN Legislature amid fierce political dispute over no-confidence vote

Simon Majadibodu|Published

On Monday, an MK Party MPL was injured and taken to the hospital after a motion of no confidence against Premier Thami Ntuli failed, sparking clashes between opposition ...

Mantashe shuts down ANC top job speculation: ‘I’m too old, not available and retiring soon’

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Gwede Mantashe, the chairperson of the ANC, says he is too old to run for the party's top spot and will soon retire.