# special investigation (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover special investigation. Page: Feed: --- ## [BILL GOULD| Black refuse bag may be a small item, but how about principle behind it](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/opinion/2026-08-26-bill-gould-black-refuse-bag-may-be-a-small-item-but-how-about-principle-behind-it/) _2026-08-26 · Bill Gould · DailyDispatch_ It sounds like a trivial question: who should provide the black plastic bags in which household refuse is placed for collection? In Buffalo City Metro, however, this raises questions about municipal service delivery, tariffs, equality and accountability. ## [EC ‘Cape-to-Cairo’ dream depends on keeping the lights on](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/opinion/2026-08-26-ec-cape-to-cairo-dream-depends-on-keeping-the-lights-on/) _2026-08-26 · Editorial Comment · DailyDispatch_ A Cape-to-Cairo corridor is possible only if the municipality can keep the lights on at Coega and the ELIDZ. ## [MONEY MAESTRO | What you need to know before surfing those crypto surges](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/business/2026-08-26-money-maestro-what-you-need-to-know-before-surfing-those-crypto-surges/) _2026-08-26 · Scott Roebert · DailyDispatch_ Bitcoin’s recent surge is driven by institutional demand, changing US monetary policy, technical factors, and potential regulatory clarity, but investors should assess risk and maintain diversified, long-term strategies. ## [Rural doctor honoured for bringing specialist care closer to home](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-26-rural-doctor-honoured-for-bringing-specialist-care-closer-to-home/) _2026-08-26 · Babalo Ntsini · DailyDispatch_ Dr Graeme Hofmeyr spent four years as clinical manager at Isilimela Hospital near Port St Johns, where he helped expand caesarean sections and women’s health services, strengthened theatre safety and built the hospital’s clinical team. ## [Lusizo Mathafeni applies life lessons to shape journey of others](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-26-lusizo-mathafeni-applies-life-lessons-to-shape-journey-of-others/) _2026-08-26 · Siphosethu Ngcangisa · DailyDispatch_ Growing up in Duncan Village, Pastor Lusizo Mathafeni saw first-hand how difficult circumstances could shape the lives of young people. ## [Dispute over who controls delivery of Mthatha building materials back at negotiating table](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-26-dispute-over-who-controls-delivery-of-mthatha-building-materials-back-at-negotiating-table/) _2026-08-26 · Ziyanda Zweni · DailyDispatch_ A battle between Mthatha truck owners and foreign-owned hardware businesses over who should control the delivery of building materials has been forced back to the negotiating table after a court challenge was removed from the Mthatha high court roll ## [Prince Ndamase ditches ANC for UDM ahead of elections](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-26-prince-ndamase-ditches-anc-for-udm-ahead-of-elections/) _2026-08-26 · Lulamile Feni · DailyDispatch_ Former ANC Youth League leader Nkosi Mlimandlela Manzezulu Ndamase has left the ANC to join the UDM as a member and volunteer ahead of the November local government elections. ## [Ngqeleni traditional leader granted bail after appeal in Mthatha high court](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-26-ngqeleni-traditional-leader-granted-bail-after-appeal-in-mthatha-high-court/) _2026-08-26 · Lulamile Feni · DailyDispatch_ Ngqeleni traditional leader Nkosi Totosi Nyangiwe Ndamase, who allegedly opened fire on a group of youths collecting firewood on disputed land, killing two and injuring another, has been granted bail following an appeal in the Mthatha high court. ## [Cops zero in on fifth suspect in Tete murder](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-26-cops-zero-in-on-fifth-suspect-in-tete-murder/) _2026-08-26 · Asanda Nini · DailyDispatch_ Police are closing in on a fifth suspect linked to the murder of former two-time world champion boxer Zolani Tete, with detectives now hunting a man believed to have driven the getaway car after the fatal shooting. ## [2018 Polo Vivo](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/classifieds/2026-08-26-2018-polo-vivo/) _2026-08-26 · DailyDispatch_ 2018 Polo Vivo 1.4 133 000km R165 000. 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[Win or bust for Boks in crunch Cape Town duel, says Kriel](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2026-08-25-win-or-bust-for-boks-in-crunch-cape-town-duel-says-kriel/) _2026-08-25 · George Byron · DailyDispatch_ It will be win or bust for the Springboks when they square off against the All Blacks to settle a burning issue with their old foes in round two of a brutal duel between world rugby’s two top ranked nations on Saturday, centre Jesse Kriel said. ## [New Zealand shock wasteful Springboks 33-16 in opening Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Test](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2026-08-22-new-zealand-shock-springboks-33-16-in-opening-rugby-greatest-rivalry-test/) _2026-08-22 · AFP AFP · DailyDispatch_ Clinical New Zealand outscored wasteful South Africa by five tries to one for a shock 33-16 victory in Johannesburg on Saturday in the first Test of a four-match series. ## [Man Utd humiliated by Hull in dismal start to Premier League season](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2026-08-22-man-utd-humiliated-by-hull-in-dismal-start-to-premier-league-season/) _2026-08-22 · AFP AFP · DailyDispatch_ Manchester United suffered a 2-0 defeat at promoted Hull in their Premier League opener, with first-half goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy exposing United's defensive frailties. ## [BREAKING: Two held in connection with Zolani Tete murder](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-22-breaking-two-held-in-connection-with-zolani-tete-murder/) _2026-08-22 · Sivenathi Gosa · DailyDispatch_ Two people have been apprehended in connection with the murder of well-known boxer Zolani Tete, who was shot dead in Mdantsane on Friday. ## [‘He was our anchor’: Family demands justice for slain boxer](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-22-he-was-our-anchor-family-demands-justice-for-slain-boxer/) _2026-08-22 · Sivenathi Gosa · DailyDispatch_ Slain boxer Zolani Tete's family says they are devastated by the loss of their 'anchor' and are praying for justice. ## [Install Manifest V3 Extension (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/qLtOgQ5a8Zfp) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Get this Manifest V3 extension from the official TronBrowser Store listing. ## [Qonce robbery suspect killed in shootout with police](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-22-qonce-robbery-suspect-killed-in-shootout-with-police/) _2026-08-22 · Sivenathi Gosa · DailyDispatch_ A suspect was killed and four others arrested after police intercepted a group allegedly linked to an armed robbery in Qonce, leading to a shootout in Zwelitsha. ## [All Blacks must get ‘everything right’ to beat Springboks, says legend Fitzpatrick](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2026-08-22-all-blacks-must-get-everything-right-to-beat-springboks-says-legend-fitzpatrick/) _2026-08-22 · AFP AFP · DailyDispatch_ Sean Fitzpatrick, legendary former All Blacks captain, stressed that New Zealand must execute flawlessly to overcome the world champion Springboks in their upcoming four-Test series, dubbed the 'Greatest Rivalry.' ## [Dambile takes second place in the men’s 200m race at the Diamond League meeting in Lausanne](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2026-08-22-dambile-takes-second-place-in-the-mens-200m-race-at-the-diamond-league-meeting-in-lausanne/) _2026-08-22 · Sports Staff · DailyDispatch_ Sinesipho Dambile continued to build on his superb form this season, taking second place in the men’s 200m race at the Diamond League meeting in Lausanne, Switzerland, on Friday night ## [Sport minister McKenzie leads tributes as SA mourns the death of boxing champion Tete](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2026-08-22-sport-minister-mckenzie-leads-tributes-as-sa-mourns-the-death-of-boxing-champion-tete/) _2026-08-22 · Mahlatse Mphahlele · DailyDispatch_ Sport, arts and culture minister Gayton McKenzie led tributes after the death of world boxing champion Zolani ‘Last Born’ Tete in Mdantsane on Friday night ## [Eastern Cape mourns boxing champion Zolani ‘Last Born’ Tete](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-21-eastern-cape-mourns-boxing-champion-zolani-last-born-tete/) _2026-08-21 · Daily Dispatch Correspondent · DailyDispatch_ Eastern Cape leaders highlight boxing champion Zolani Tete's inspirational legacy in sport and his impact on the community ## [Boxing champ Zolani Tete shot dead in Mdantsane](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-21-boxing-champ-zolani-tete-shot-dead-in-mdantsane/) _2026-08-21 · Daily Dispatch Correspondent · DailyDispatch_ A renowned boxing champion was fatally shot in Mdantsane on Friday evening, with a female victim rushed to hospital. 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This cannot be truer than the excitement in the build-up towards the latest instalment of the rivalry between the two rugby giants at Ellis Park on Sa ## [Mdantsane Friends of the Library puts reading front and centre](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-21-mdantsane-friends-of-the-library-puts-reading-front-and-centre/) _2026-08-21 · Siphosethu Ngcangisa · DailyDispatch_ A concern about children spending their school holidays without anything educational to stimulate their minds led Sisanda Kopolo to find a way of bringing them back to the library. ## [Xolly Mncwango primed to light up Revival Worship Encounter](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-21-xolly-mncwango-primed-to-light-up-revival-worship-encounter/) _2026-08-21 · Nwabisa Mahlambeni · DailyDispatch_ Award-winning gospel singer Xolly Mncwango is bringing her music and ministry to KuGompo City this weekend as she headlines the second edition of the Revival Worship Encounter. ## [Mother fears for family’s safety after six years in rundown ‘temporary’ shelter](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-21-mother-fears-for-familys-safety-after-six-years-in-rundown-temporary-shelter/) _2026-08-21 · Sivenathi Gosa · DailyDispatch_ A Tsholomnqa mother living in a dilapidated temporary structure with her two sons says she fears for their safety after spending about six years in the shelter meant to provide temporary relief. ## [Fashion a real passion for young designer of children’s collection](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-21-fashion-a-real-passion-for-young-designer-of-childrens-collection/) _2026-08-21 · SINAZO NGANGE, Daily Dispatch Correspondent · DailyDispatch_ Nine-year-old Malkia Kogo has gone from sketching dresses in design books to seeing her own creations on the runway. Malkia officially launched her debut 23-look children’s fashion collection, Princess Malkia Couture, at South Africa Kids Fashion Week. ## [Baby Bulldogs face Boland in opening U21 Shield clash](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2026-08-20-baby-bulldogs-face-boland-in-opening-u21-shield-clash/) _2026-08-20 · Anathi Wulushe · DailyDispatch_ Border’s journey to become the first team ever to defend its SA Rugby U21 crown will begin this weekend under the guidance of their mentor, Onke Dubase. ## [Kingswood pupil in water polo action in Spain](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2026-08-20-kingswood-pupil-in-water-polo-action-in-spain/) _2026-08-20 · Daily Dispatch Correspondent · DailyDispatch_ Kingswood College’s first team water polo captain Megan Sheard will take her place among South Africa’s best young players when she represents the country at the World Aquatics U18 Women’s Championship in Tenerife, Spain, this week. ## [Empowering women must be measured through lens of belonging](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/opinion/2026-08-20-empowering-women-must-be-measured-through-lens-of-belonging/) _2026-08-20 · Bellita Banda Chitsamatanga · DailyDispatch_ For 70 years, South Africans have drawn strength from the enduring phrase, “Wathint’ Abafazi, Wathint’ Imbokodo” — you strike a woman, you strike a rock. ## [‘I’m not imbokodo, I’m not a feminist’: An African view of womanhood](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/opinion/2026-08-20-im-not-imbokodo-im-not-a-feminist-an-african-view-of-womanhood/) _2026-08-20 · DailyDispatch_ I have written for some time now that I am not iMbokodo. I have also rather enjoyed saying I am not a feminist. I know feminism is a serious and diverse intellectual tradition, including African feminisms, and that “men are trash” is not its scholarly def ## [Sizzling Sacha to spearhead Bok attack](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2026-08-20-sizzling-sacha-to-spearhead-bok-attack/) _2026-08-20 · George Byron · DailyDispatch_ Potent game-breaker Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has been named at flyhalf to direct operations for the Springboks when they collide head-on with an explosive All Black outfit in Johannesburg on Saturday. ## [Border Rugby election dispute may head to court](https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2026-08-20-border-rugby-election-dispute-may-head-to-court/) _2026-08-20 · Anathi Wulushe · DailyDispatch_ The dispute over the validity of Border Rugby’s recent elections could be heading to court, with the faction opposing the new executive indicating they are left with no option.