Motanyane John Masukela (left) in the dock with a Legal Aid representative who will assist in getting him a lawyer from his institution. Photo: Becker Semela The case of a G4S security guard accused of helping Thabo Bester escape from Mangaung prison has been postponed for bail application. Motanyane John Masukela, 51, appeared briefly in the Bloemfontein Magistrates Court on … [Read more...] about Thabo Bester escape: G4S guard in court
South Africa
Minister calls for social compact for teachers
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has reiterated the need for a National Social Compact plan, which will address the needs and challenges facing the education sector.Delivering the keynote address at the South African Council for Educators (SACE) Teachers’ Conference, the Minister stressed that it is crucial that teachers are supported and provided with the necessary … [Read more...] about Minister calls for social compact for teachers
SIU investigates duplicate payments to law firms
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says it is investigating 102 law firms, including Sheriffs, which received approximately R340 million in duplicate payments from the Road Accident Fund (RAF).The firms received duplicate payments from RAF as compensation to persons injured because of motor vehicle accidents on South African roads. Instead of returning the duplicate payments … [Read more...] about SIU investigates duplicate payments to law firms
SA, Namibia resolve to deepen trade and investment
President Cyril Ramaphosa says Namibia and South Africa will deepen trade and investment ties with a Bi-National Commission (BNC) expected to be held between the countries later this year.The President was speaking during a media briefing during the Official State Visit by Namibian President Hage Geingob and several of that country’s Ministers on Thursday. President Ramaphosa … [Read more...] about SA, Namibia resolve to deepen trade and investment
SA, Namibia strengthen ties
President Cyril Ramaphosa says Namibia and South Africa must strengthen ties for the greater mutual benefit of the two countries.The President was speaking during the Official State Visit of Namibian President Hage Geingob to South Africa. Geingob and a cohort of his ministers were welcomed at the Union Buildings during the official State Visit on Thursday. “As neighbours with … [Read more...] about SA, Namibia strengthen ties
