GQEBERHA – Due to a power outage in the Despatch area last night, the police station’s telephone lines are down. The community is urged to be patient and tolerant of this temporary outage which is beyond our control. In cases of emergency the number 082 301 7958 may be utilised alternatively 10111 centre may be contacted for response services. Personnel are at the police station however contact via landlines would not be possible. The SAPS thanks the community for their understanding and hope … [Read more...] about SAPS Despatch telephone lines down
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SAA gets 51% private stake
But still government controlled, whilst Ministry promises that taxpayers won’t have to pay for SAA anymore in the abscence of not enough details on finances.The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) says that it eagerly awaits details of the new financial structure of SAA, following today’s announcement by Minister Pravin Gordhan that SAA will have a 51% private equity partner in the Takatso Consortium. Despite the Minister’s claim that SAA will have a new private owner, the PIC’s significant … [Read more...] about SAA gets 51% private stake
Zweli Mkhize placed on special leave
President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize on special leave to enable him to attend to allegations and investigations concerning contracts between the Department of Health and a service provider, Digital Vibes. “The Special Investigating Unit is investigating this matter and the President awaits a report on the outcome of this probe,” the Presidency said in a statement on Tuesday. Tourism Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane will serve as Acting Minister of Health until … [Read more...] about Zweli Mkhize placed on special leave
From R5.2 Billion Deficit to R3.2 Billion Surplus
The Road Accident Fund (RAF) has achieved a significant reduction in administrative costs of more than R7 billion in the 2020/2021 financial year, says Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula.Highlighting progress that has been achieved by the RAF in its performance, the Minister said the entity has for the first time in many years posted a surplus of R3.2 billion. “This is a dramatic shift from a R5.2 billion deficit on the previous year. Investment income has increased by 152%, year-on-year, from … [Read more...] about From R5.2 Billion Deficit to R3.2 Billion Surplus
What is a Work Opportunity and What is a Job? Which one is sustainable?
The Department of Public Works said today that Government has created close to 1 million EPWP work opportunities during 2020/21 financial year.Continuing the ‘plain’ speak the department said: With Covid-19 health pandemic leading to mass job losses globally and in the country, the Government will continue to use programmes such as the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) to provide work opportunities to poor and unemployed South Africans so as to contribute towards the alleviation of poverty … [Read more...] about What is a Work Opportunity and What is a Job? Which one is sustainable?
Gang member detained
GQEBERHA – A 25-year-old gang affiliate appeared in the Gqeberha magistrate court this morning on multiple charges after being arrested by Flying Squad members on Sunday afternoon, 30 May 2021. It is alleged that at about 15:45, Flying Squad members responded to information received about suspicious activity of a gang member driving in a maroon Datsun Go with no registration plates. The vehicle was spotted in Military Road in North End and when the suspect noticed the police vehicle, he jumped … [Read more...] about Gang member detained
Police seek identity of murdered Gqeberha woman
GQEBERHA – Detectives at SAPS Bethelsdorp are urgently seeking the community’s assistance in tracing the next of kin and identifying the body of a female, found murdered this morning, in Booysens Park.It is alleged that at about 06:50, the body of an unknown female was found by a passer-by in Nooigedaght Street in Booysens Park. The woman sustained two stab wounds (in the neck and cheek). The motive and circumstances surrounding the murder is unknown at this stage. No arrest has been made. … [Read more...] about Police seek identity of murdered Gqeberha woman
Foetus found at Missionvale dumpsite
GQEBERHA – A foetus of a baby was found this morning at a dumpsite in Missionvale. It is alleged that at about 09:00 garbage pickers at the Missionvale Road dumpsite found the foetus wrapped in a blanket. A case of concealment of birth will be investigated by SAPS Algoa Park detectives. Anyone who can assist in tracing the mother or may have information that can assist police in their investigation, is asked to contact Detective Warrant Officer Errol Kleinhans on 082 302 6419 or SAPS Algoa Park … [Read more...] about Foetus found at Missionvale dumpsite
Couple in 60’s Appear in Court on Charges of Drug Dealing
EASTERN CAPE – Basil Van Heerden (61) and his wife Brenda van Heerden (62) appeared in East London Magistrate court on several alleged charges of dealing in drugs on Monday 24 May 2021. The Hawks’ Serious Organised Crime Investigation team in East London, in conjunction with Mdantsane Crime Intelligence (CI) executed an operation in response to information received regarding suspects alleged to be selling dagga to members of the community from their residence, situated in Chislehurst Cambridge … [Read more...] about Couple in 60’s Appear in Court on Charges of Drug Dealing
Maybe This is Because we Have South African Accountants Working at S&P?
The South African Government has welcomed S&P, Fitch’s latest SA credit rating and assessment of South Africa’s investment grading.S&P in its rating affirmed South Africa’s long term foreign and local currency debt ratings at ‘BB and ‘BB’, respectively. The agency maintained a stable outlook. The National Treasury in a statement said according to the agency, South Africa’s near-term economic performance and current account are experiencing a cyclical uplift as a result of a combination … [Read more...] about Maybe This is Because we Have South African Accountants Working at S&P?
Anti-corruption forum for infrastructure projects
Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Patricia De Lille, together with the head of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), Advocate Andy Mothibi, will launch a forum to monitor infrastructure projects more effectively and put systems in place to detect and prevent corruption.The initiative comes at a time when South Africa has embarked on the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment Plan approved by Cabinet in May 2020. “The Infrastructure Investment Plan is an integral part of the … [Read more...] about Anti-corruption forum for infrastructure projects
Police arrest a female wanted suspect for dealing in dagga
EASTERN CAPE – Police arrested a 37-year-old wanted female suspect, connected to the three suspects that were arrested during the pre-dawn operation takedown that was conducted by the Eastern Cape Anti-Corruption Team on Thursday, 13 May 2021. Vuyokazi Nontsebenzo Mxaba was apprehended on Wednesday, 19 May 2021 and appeared in Somerset West Court in the Western Cape. The suspect will appear again on Tuesday, 25 May 2021 in Lusikisiki Magistrates court facing charges of corruption, extortion, … [Read more...] about Police arrest a female wanted suspect for dealing in dagga
Company owner convicted for R4.5 million theft
EASTERN CAPE – Thumeka Qongqo (44) and a juristic person (her company) Ogiyonke Construction were convicted for theft and money laundering by Mthatha High Court on Thursday, 20 May 2021.The probe carried out by the Hawks Serious Corruption Investigation team revealed that Thumeka and her company received two successive undue payments which amounted to R4,5 million into the business and personal accounts. These undue payments were facilitated by the her convicted sister, Nyameka Qongqo (43) who … [Read more...] about Company owner convicted for R4.5 million theft
ELIDZ under SIU Magnifying Glass
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has confirmed that it will investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration, at the East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) in the Eastern Cape.This comes after President Cyril Ramaphosa signed Proclamation R.20 of 2021. The proclamation authorises the SIU to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration in the affairs of ELIDZ, and to recover any financial losses suffered. “The investigation will focus on the management of … [Read more...] about ELIDZ under SIU Magnifying Glass
Tourism Fund being restructured
Tourism Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane says the department will restructure the Tourism Transformation Fund to make it more responsive and accessible to entrepreneurs.The Minister said this when she tabled the department’s Budget Vote in Parliament on Tuesday. “Our government has a responsibility to transform the economy and to create an inclusive non-racial society in which South Africans share equitably in the wealth of our country. In this effort we shall not be deterred. “While some … [Read more...] about Tourism Fund being restructured
