# madlanga commission (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover madlanga commission. Page: Feed: --- ## [In case you missed it: Missing South Africans in Nepal | Lebeya at Madlanga commission | Spade triple-murder suspect nabbed](https://www.citizen.co.za/news/in-case-you-missed-it-27-august-2026/) _2026-08-27 · Lesego Seokwang · The Citizen_ Catch up on the biggest stories of Thursday, 27 August 2026, that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update. ## [New Volkswagen T-Roc priced at Kyalami Festival of Motoring](https://www.citizen.co.za/motoring/new-volkswagen-t-roc-south-africa-price/) _2026-08-27 · Charl Bosch · The Citizen_ Initially, the T-Roc range will comprise three front-wheel drive models only. ## [‘I stand by my statements’: Dlamini-Zuma refuses to back down over Mbalula vote buying claims](https://www.citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/politics/dlamini-zuma-mbalula-anc-vote-buying/) _2026-08-27 · Molefe Seeletsa · The Citizen_ The NEC member has signalled her intention to oppose the matter. ## [Proteas return to Namibia with ‘no scars’, says captain Bjorn Fortuin](https://www.citizen.co.za/sport/cricket/proteas-return-to-namibia-with-no-scars-says-captain-bjorn-fortuin/) _2026-08-27 · Wesley Botton · The Citizen_ The T20 tri-series between South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe will be played over the next 10 days in Windhoek. ## [24 hours in pictures, 27 August 2026](https://www.citizen.co.za/multimedia/24-hours-in-pictures-27-august-2026/) _2026-08-27 · Michel Bega · The Citizen_ Through the lens: The Citizen's Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world. ## [How to book your budget-friendly getaway anywhere in South Africa](https://www.citizen.co.za/travel/how-to-book-your-budget-friendly-getaway-anywhere-in-south-africa/) _2026-08-27 · Thami Kwazi · The Citizen_ If you want to book an affordable getaway, this is how and when you can do it ## [Electoral Court fines Good Party R130k over undisclosed R900k donation](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-08-27-electoral-court-fines-good-party-r130k-over-undisclosed-r900k-donation/) _2026-08-27 · Lindile Sifile · Sowetan_ Electoral Court fines the Good Party for not declaring a R900k donation. ## [Government condemns killing of law enforcement officer in Knysna](https://www.citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/government-condemns-killing-of-law-enforcement-officer-in-knysna/) _2026-08-27 · Oratile Mashilo · The Citizen_ The government said law enforcement officers remain critical public servants who play a central role in maintaining law and order. ## [Helen Joseph Hospital probes viral video amid staffing crisis](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-08-24-helen-joseph-hospital-probes-viral-video-amid-staffing-crisis/) _2026-08-27 · Modiegi Mashamaite · Sowetan_ Helen Joseph Hospital has launched an investigation into allegations concerning the conduct of a health-care professional after a viral video posted on social media by a patient claiming the hospital is chaotic ## [The 130-year-old LV monogram gets a new texture – and a ribbon-pink debut](https://www.citizen.co.za/lifestyle/fashion-and-beauty/the-130-year-old-lv-monogram-gets-a-new-texture-and-a-ribbon-pink-debut/) _2026-08-27 · Kaunda Selisho · The Citizen_ A 130-year-old signature is being rewoven, quite literally - swapping coated canvas for a dense, embroidery-like jacquard that puts texture, not just print, at the centre of the story. ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Tw5JZbXb4htq) _2026-08-27 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Thomas du Toit on big scrum battle: ‘We try to stay within the laws of the game’](https://www.citizen.co.za/sport/rugby/thomas-du-toit-scrum-battle-try-stay-within-laws-game/) _2026-08-27 · Ross Roche · The Citizen_ Another huge battle is expected when the Boks and All Blacks square off in Cape Town. ## [Friday’s weather: Strong winds in KZN, NC and WC](https://www.citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/weather/weather-forecast-28-august-2026/) _2026-08-27 · Lesego Seokwang · The Citizen_ Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 28 August 2026. ## [Clicks introduces new township retail brand](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/business/2026-08-27-clicks-introduces-new-township-retail-brand/) _2026-08-27 · Thabiso Mochiko · Sowetan_ New format to rival spaza shops and discount chains in underserved areas ## [EXPLAINER | Here’s why Gauteng plans to hike your car licence disc fees](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-08-27-explainer-heres-why-gauteng-plans-to-hike-your-car-licence-disc-fees/) _2026-08-27 · Michelle Banda · Sowetan_ The Gauteng provincial government intends to amend road traffic regulations relating to vehicle registration and licensing fees and is calling for public comments. ## [ActionSA takes ANC’s Maepa to IEC over ‘campaign’ against Tshwane mayor](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-08-27-actionsa-takes-ancs-maepa-to-iec-over-campaign-against-tshwane-mayor/) _2026-08-27 · Innocentia Nkadimeng · Sowetan_ ActionSA has lodged a formal complaint with the Electoral Commission (IEC) against the ANC’s Kgosi Maepa, accusing him of spreading disinformation about Tshwane mayor Nasiphi Moya to influence the upcoming elections. ## [Higher education institutions found wanting on employment equity](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-08-27-higher-education-institutions-found-wanting-on-employment-equity/) _2026-08-27 · Luyolo Mkentane · Sowetan_ Department warns universities to improve transformation or face stricter enforcement ## [SPOTLIGHT | Postapocalyptic survival and spiders, dance and tech merge, women connect](https://www.sowetan.co.za/entertainment/2026-08-27-spotlight-postapocalyptic-survival-and-spiders-dance-and-tech-merge-women-connect/) _2026-08-27 · TimesLIVE TimesLIVE · Sowetan_ Spotlight is our bite-size entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive film trailers and more ## [Champ Nhlapo promises ‘old, washed-up’ Mthembu war in title fight](https://www.sowetan.co.za/sport/boxing/2026-08-27-boxing-champ-nhlapo-says-he-will-shut-mthembus-mouth-on-saturday/) _2026-08-27 · Bongani Magasela · Sowetan_ Will that be the case when Bonginkosi 'Malume' Nhlapo defends his WBF Africa light heavyweight belt against Ayanda Mthembu? ## [RECORDED | TMPD officer Peter ‘Gagash’ Nonyane, wife Charlotte Tibana’s bail hearing](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-08-27-watch-live-tmpd-officer-peter-gagash-nonyane-wife-charlotte-tibanas-bail-hearing/) _2026-08-27 · TimesLIVE TimesLIVE · Sowetan_ Tshwane metropolitan police officer Peter Nonyane, known as “Gagash”, and his wife, attorney Charlotte Tibana, are appearing in the Polokwane magistrate’s court on Thursday for a bail application ## [It won’t be easy to reach MTN8 final: Pirates coach cautions](https://www.sowetan.co.za/sport/2026-08-27-it-wont-be-easy-to-reach-mtn8-final-pirates-coach-cautions/) _2026-08-27 · Sihle Ndebele · Sowetan_ Ouaddou says his players will need to find solutions to crack a tough Sekhukhune outfit ## [Generate Viral Hot Takes (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7Epzb7oXrzl0) _2026-08-27 · **Sponsored**_ Get platform-optimized hot takes and rebuttals to spark debate and engagement ## [Woman (46) gets 15 years for raping boy (15)](https://www.eswatiniobserver.com/woman-46-gets-15-years-for-raping-boy-15/) _2026-08-27 · Kwanele Sibiya · Eswatini Observer_ Reading Time: 2 minutes The 46-year-old woman who was arrested for sexually violating a 15-year-old minor has been sentenced to 15 years imprisonment without an option of a fine. Nontokozo Sakhile Dludlu of Luve was sentenced by Principal Magistrate Florence Msibi at the Manzini Magistrate’s Court yesterday. Dludlu initially pleaded not guilty to the offence and denied being at \[…\] ## [16-year-old dies after missing goal](https://www.eswatiniobserver.com/16-year-old-dies-after-missing-goal/) _2026-08-27 · Mgcini Dube · Eswatini Observer_ Reading Time: 2 minutes SOCCER – What began as an ordinary afternoon of football among friends ended in tragedy when 16-year-old Simo Ricardo Maseko collapsed and died after missing a late scoring chance during an informal match at Maphalaleni Lubunjini, near Global Ministries Church last Wednesday. Maseko, a Form III pupil at Mhlatane High School, had joined his friends \[…\] ## [Their majesties gift Imbali with sneakers](https://www.eswatiniobserver.com/their-majesties-gift-imbali-with-sneakers/) _2026-08-27 · Nomalungelo Phiri · Eswatini Observer_ Reading Time: \< 1 minute Thousands of maidens yesterday received new sneakers from Their Majesties. The sneakers were worn by the maidens during their march from Ngabezweni to their respective destinations where they will cut the reed. Senior maidens will cut the reed at Mpisi Farm and junior maidens at KaBhamsakhe. This is not the first time Their Majesties have \[…\] ## [New E10 coin to circulate alongside banknote](https://www.eswatiniobserver.com/new-e10-coin-to-circulate-alongside-banknote/) _2026-08-27 · Musa Simelane · Eswatini Observer_ Reading Time: 3 minutes The Central Bank of Eswatini (CBE) will introduce a new E10 commemorative coin that will circulate alongside the existing E10 banknote. CBE Governor Dr Phil Mnisi made the announcement during the launch of the E10 60th Independence Anniversary Commemorative Coin Design Concept Competition at the CBE Complex in Ezulwini yesterday. The coin will form part \[…\] ## [Fifth US deportee repatriated to Somalia](https://www.eswatiniobserver.com/fifth-us-deportee-repatriated-to-somalia/) _2026-08-27 · Bongiwe Dlamini · Eswatini Observer_ Reading Time: 2 minutes A Somali national has become the fifth third-country national (TCN) to be repatriated from Eswatini following a request to voluntarily return home and reunite with his family. Government announced yesterday that it had successfully facilitated the voluntary repatriation of the national of the Federal Republic of Somalia, who was among the people received by the \[…\] ## [Lotto and Lotto Plus results: Wednesday, 26 August 2026 \[WATCH\]](https://www.citizen.co.za/lotto/lotto-and-lotto-plus-results-wednesday-26-august-2026-watch/) _2026-08-26 · Lotto results · The Citizen_ A total of R27 million in jackpots is up for grabs tonight. Here are your Lotto and Lotto Plus results for 26 August 2026. ## [In case you missed it: Unnatural prison deaths increase | Lamola welcomes NDZ U-turn | PODCAST: Malatji on ANC’s future](https://www.citizen.co.za/news/in-case-you-missed-it-26-august-2026/) _2026-08-26 · Chulumanco Mahamba · The Citizen_ Catch up on the biggest stories this Wednesday, 26 August 2026, in our simple daily news update. ## [Matfield blasts referee Carley after Boks’ Ellis Park defeat to All Blacks](https://www.citizen.co.za/sport/rugby/matfield-blasts-referee-carley-after-boks-ellis-park-defeat-to-all-blacks/) _2026-08-26 · Jacques van der Westhuyzen · The Citizen_ The former Bok lock said he had picked up four critical decisions that had gone against the Boks in the first Test against the All Blacks. ## [EFF loses bid to oust Didiza as speaker of parliament](https://www.citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/politics/eff-loses-bid-to-oust-didiza-as-speaker-of-parliament/) _2026-08-26 · Lesego Seokwang · The Citizen_ EFF tabled the motion in June, saying the speaker failed to defend parliament in the first impeachment process against a sitting president. ## [Good party hit with fine over undeclared election campaign material donation](https://www.citizen.co.za/news/good-party-donation-electoral-court-fine/) _2026-08-26 · Molefe Seeletsa · The Citizen_ The party had purchased T-shirts and other election campaign material in 2021. ## [Hire AI-Powered Freelancers Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/fkBFuGhfTCfw) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Browse and hire skilled professionals using AI tools — free to post, free to apply. ## [Another dispute over an ANC candidate list ahead of local elections](https://www.citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/elections/another-dispute-over-an-anc-candidate-list-ahead-of-local-elections/) _2026-08-26 · Eric Mthobeli Naki · The Citizen_ ANC members in a region of the Eastern Cape are concerned that a candidate list could have been manipulated ## [‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ star Tim Curry dead at 80, reports TMZ](https://www.citizen.co.za/lifestyle/entertainment/celebrity-news/rocky-horror-picture-show-star-tim-curry-dead-at-80-reports-tmz/) _2026-08-26 · Agence France Presse · The Citizen_ Tim Curry, who had been plagued with serious health issues for more than a decade, died late Tuesday night at his Los Angeles home. ## [‘I cried’: Duan Jansen relieved to join twin brother Marco in Proteas set-up](https://www.citizen.co.za/sport/cricket/duan-jansen-joins-twin-brother-marco-proteas/) _2026-08-26 · Wesley Botton · The Citizen_ While his brother Marco has played 83 international matches, Duan has had to be a lot more patient before receiving his opportunity. ## [Stuart Scharnick appears on gun charges again, but this time in KZN](https://www.citizen.co.za/news/stuart-scharnick-appears-on-gun-charges-again-but-this-time-in-kzn/) _2026-08-26 · Chulumanco Mahamba · The Citizen_ Scharnick faces charges for allegedly giving a firearm to a person not permitted to possess it and failing to notify the registrar of address change. ## [Thursday’s weather: Strong coastal winds between EC and KZN](https://www.citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/weather/weather-forecast-27-august-2026/) _2026-08-26 · Lesego Seokwang · The Citizen_ Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 27 August 2026. ## [Chinese nationals safe in Eswatini](https://www.eswatiniobserver.com/chinese-nationals-safe-in-eswatini/) _2026-08-26 · Qondile Ntiwane · Eswatini Observer_ Reading Time: \< 1 minute Chinese nationals living in Eswatini remain safe, with government clarifying that the recent law-enforcement operation involving some Chinese citizens was linked to individuals under investigation for alleged online gambling-related criminal activities. Acting Government Spokesperson Thabile Mdluli said the operation should not be interpreted as a reflection of a broader… ## [Avoid emotional sentencing, judge tells magistrates](https://www.eswatiniobserver.com/avoid-emotional-sentencing-judge-tells-magistrates/) _2026-08-26 · Nomalungelo Phiri · Eswatini Observer_ Reading Time: 4 minutes High Court Judge Justice Maxine LaNgwenya has urged magistrates to avoid basing sentences on emotions, personal feelings or background. Making her submissions during the Magistrates’ Dialogue on the Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Act held at the Bethel Court over the past weekend, Judge LaNgwenya stressed the need for magistrates to remain impartial when making \[…\] ## [King back from SADC, Malaysia](https://www.eswatiniobserver.com/king-back-from-sadc-malaysia/) _2026-08-26 · Qondile Ntiwane · Eswatini Observer_ Reading Time: 2 minutes His Majesty King Mswati III returned to the country yesterday. This follows a busy regional and international itinerary that took him to South Africa and Malaysia. The king was accompanied by Inkhosikati LaFogiyane during the trip which began with his participation in the 46th Ordinary Summit of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Heads of \[…\] ## [‘Bring new HIV fight approaches’](https://www.eswatiniobserver.com/bring-new-hiv-fight-approaches/) _2026-08-26 · Nomalungelo Phiri · Eswatini Observer_ Reading Time: 5 minutes The Eswatini Editors Forum has challenged the National Emergency Response Council on HIV and AIDS (NERCHA) to come up with new and creative ways of engaging communities in the fight against HIV and AIDS. The call was made during the NERCHA-Eswatini Editors Forum quarterly meeting held at Emafini Country Lodge. The meeting brought together NERCHA \[…\] ## [Warder found dead in suspected suicide](https://www.eswatiniobserver.com/warder-found-dead-in-suspected-suicide/) _2026-08-26 · Bongiwe Dlamini · Eswatini Observer_ Reading Time: 2 minutes A correctional officer was found dead on Monday in what is suspected to be a suicide. The lifeless body of the officer, Mfanzile Mabuza, was discovered at his parental homestead in Ludzeludze. He was reportedly found by a neighbour, sending shockwaves through the community and among his colleagues. Mabuza, who was stationed at Ngabezweni, is \[…\] ## [Mobile money customers losing interest?](https://www.eswatiniobserver.com/mobile-money-customers-losing-interest/) _2026-08-26 · Musa Simelane · Eswatini Observer_ Reading Time: 3 minutes Mobile money customers are unable to benefit from interest generated by funds held in trust accounts, as regulators maintain restrictions on such payouts. The issue was raised by Senator Tony Sibandze during the Senate Portfolio Committee’s engagement with the ministry of finance over the ministry’s 2026/27 first quarter performance report. He was questioning why MoMo \[…\] ## [Game overload may have triggered injuries of Bafana quartet](https://www.sowetan.co.za/sport/2026-08-26-game-overload-may-have-triggered-injuries-of-bafana-quartet/) _2026-08-26 · Sihle Ndebele · Sowetan_ Safa doctor calls for better management after Mbokazi, Mudau, Mbatha, Makgopa are sidelined ## [SOWETAN | Kudos to our living legend Veli Nhlapo](https://www.sowetan.co.za/opinion/columnists/2026-08-26-sowetan-kudos-to-our-living-legend-veli-nhlapo/) _2026-08-26 · Sowetan Sowetan · Sowetan_ Despite retiring three months ago, Nhlapo remains passionate about photography and continues to inspire future generations of journalists ## [‘There will be arrests’: Ramaphosa warns those fuelling anti-immigrant violence](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-08-26-there-will-be-arrests-ramaphosa-warns-those-fuelling-anti-immigrant-violence/) _2026-08-26 · Sisanda Mbolekwa · Sowetan_ EFF leader Julius Malema questioned why the leaders fuelling the xenophobia have not been arrested or prosecuted. ## [OBITUARY | Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80](https://www.sowetan.co.za/entertainment/2026-08-25-obituary-dolly-parton-queen-of-country-music-dies-at-80/) _2026-08-25 · Reuters Agency · Sowetan_ Parton broke barriers as a performer, businesswoman and advocate for children, literacy and health care ## [WhatsApp exchanges reveal Matlala, Maumela, Msibi financial links](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-08-25-whatsapp-exchanges-reveal-matlala-maumela-msibi-financial-links/) _2026-08-25 · Herman Moloi · Sowetan_ WhatsApp messages have drawn strong financial connections between Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, tender tycoon Hangwani Maumela and the late taxi boss Jothan Msibi. ## [Nigeria’s president orders rescue after 600 kidnapped in mosque attack](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/africa/2026-08-25-nigerias-president-orders-rescue-after-600-kidnapped-in-mosque-attack/) _2026-08-25 · Reuters Agency · Sowetan_ Bola Tinubu vows justice after deadly mosque attack leaves dozens dead and hundreds missing ## [‘I would never kill cops in front of cameras,’ Reiger Park shooting accused tells court](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-08-25-i-would-never-kill-cops-in-front-of-cameras-reiger-park-shooting-accused-tells-court/) _2026-08-25 · Koena Mashale · Sowetan_ Regan Collis and two co-accused, Jamal Meyer and Elvino Crafford, sought bail in the Boksburg magistrate’s court after being charged with the August 7 Reiger Park shooting that killed two police officers and two women. ## [How metro cop and attorney wife ‘stole’ widow’s money to buy Mercedes-Benz](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-08-25-how-metro-cop-and-attorney-wife-stole-widows-money-to-buy-mercedes-benz/) _2026-08-25 · Sontaga Letshelele · Sowetan_ Hawks officer tells bail hearing widow did not know husband’s money was being used to buy luxury car ## [Five things to know about Matlala’s third day of testimony at Madlanga hearing](https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-08-25-five-things-to-know-about-matlalas-third-day-of-testimony-at-madlanga-hearing/) _2026-08-25 · Herman Moloi · Sowetan_ Vusimusi 'Cat' Matlala appeared for the third day at the Madlanga commission, facing scrutiny over his alleged business ties with tender tycoon Hangwani Maumela and the so-called 'Big Five' cartel.