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Former #IDAC head #AndreaJohnson and dismissed Crime Intelligence deputy head #FerozKhan have each been granted R10,000 bail in a case involving charges of defeating the ends of justice. The State did not oppose their release in the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/johnson-… #IDAC #AndreaJohnson #FerozKhan

The #DurbanHighCourt has granted an interim order restricting #MarchandMarch demonstrations ahead of next week’s #localgovernmentelections. The ruling sets conditions on protest times and routes, prohibits weapons and bars protesters from covering their faces. Read more:insidepolitic.co.za/durban-h… #MarchAndMarch #DurbanHighCourt #LocalGovernmentElections

#OrlandoPirates and #KaizerChiefs face off in the #SowetoDerby at FNB Stadium on Saturday. The Betway Premiership clash kicks off at 3.30pm, with both sides chasing victory and bragging rights. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/soweto-d… #SowetoDerby #OrlandoPirates #KaizerChiefs

#Springbok captain #SiyaKolisi has acquired a 5% stake in hospitality group Life & Brand Portfolio, taking on a business development and marketing role. The partnership will see him contribute to the group’s expansion and strategy across more than 60 restaurants. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/kolisi-a… #SiyaKolisi #Springbok #SouthAfrica

Group chats, social media and fan debates are heating up as #OrlandoPirates and #KaizerChiefs prepare to face off at FNB Stadium on Saturday. #SowetoDerby fever is in full swing. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/group-ch… #SowetoDerby #OrlandoPirates #KaizerChiefs

#MokotediMpshe has told the TRC cases inquiry of tensions between the NPA and justice department officials over control of apartheid-era prosecution decisions. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/mpshe-te… #TRCInquiry #MokotediMpshe

#OperationVulindlela has reported progress on seven government reform programmes, but delays remain in key areas, including electricity transmission, rail restructuring, housing and title deed reforms, according to its latest quarterly report. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/operatio… #OperationVulindlela #GovernmentReforms #SouthAfrica

Former IDAC head #AndreaJohnson and ex-Crime Intelligence general #FerozKhan have been arrested over alleged defeating of the ends of justice linked to a docket leak. They are expected in court on Thursday. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/former-i… #AndreaJohnson #FerozKhan

WATCH| Former #MKParty Secretary-General #SiboneloNomvalo has spoken publicly for the first time about his dismissal, breaking down in tears during a media briefing on Thursday. Nomvalo, who was removed on October 22, also spoke about the impact the controversy has had on his family. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/watch-di… #SiboneloNomvalo #MKParty #SouthAfrica

South Africa’s R&D intensity declined from 0.62% to 0.60% of GDP in 2024/25, despite expenditure rising to R44.237bn, as spending growth lagged behind economic activity. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/south-af… #SouthAfrica #HSRC #Research

Ekurhuleni Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza alleges a political “syndicate” is working to derail his reform agenda. He discusses coalition instability, alleged municipal capture and efforts to restore accountability. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/xhakaza-… #Ekurhuleni #NkosindiphileXhakaza

President #CyrilRamaphosa has called for an end to apartheid-era spatial planning, saying housing developments must bring communities closer to jobs, schools, healthcare and public transport while reducing travel costs and improving access to economic opportunities. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/ramaphos… #CyrilRamaphosa #Housing #SouthAfrica

#MarchandMarch leader #JacintaNgobeseZuma has vowed to continue protesting as Acting Police Minister #FirozCachalia seeks an urgent court interdict to restrict the movement’s demonstrations in parts of eThekwini. The matter is scheduled for a High Court hearing on Friday. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/jacinta-… #JacintaNgobeseZuma #FirozCachalia #MarchandMarch

The #ThaboMbekiFoundation’s “We the People” exhibition highlights the role of African leaders and liberation movements in shaping South Africa’s Constitution. It traces former #ANC president #OliverTambo’s contribution to laying the groundwork for constitutional negotiations while in exile in the 1980s. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/tambo-af… #ThaboMbekiFoundation #ANC #OliverTambo

The #NPA has secured a provisional restraint order over assets worth an estimated R99 million linked to taxi boss #JohannesFerrariSibanyoni and others accused of organised crime, including extortion. The assets include luxury vehicles, properties in Centurion and Pretoria. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/npa-free… #NPA #JohannesFerrariSibanyoni #SouthAfrica

Acting Police Minister #FirozCachalia has asked Cabinet to approve Lieutenant-General #NhlanhlaMkhwanazi’s appointment as national Hawks head. The specialised crime-fighting unit has been without a permanent leader since May 2025. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/cachalia… #FirozCachalia #NhlanhlaMkhwanazi

#SAPS National Commissioner #FannieMasemola has warned against intimidation and violence ahead of the 4 November #localgovernmentelections. The police are deploying 1,087 new vehicles worth approximately R518 million to strengthen operations and ensure voters can participate safely. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/saps-war… #FannieMasemola #SAPS #LocalGovernmentElections

#SARS has executed search warrants at Tshwane House and the residence of City of Tshwane CFO #GarethMnisi. Mayoral spokesperson #SamkeloMgobozi confirmed the raid on Thursday, saying Mnisi later left the premises accompanied by individuals wearing SARS apparel. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/sars-rai… #SARS #GarethMnisi #SamkeloMgobozi

The appointment of #RAF CEO #WaseemCarrim faces an urgent court challenge. #MxolisiKunene, who alleges he ranked first in the recruitment process, is seeking to block Carrim from taking office on Monday. The matter is expected to be heard in the Pretoria High Court on Friday. Read more:insidepolitic.co.za/transpor… #RAF #WaseemCarrim #MxolisiKunene

Experts have warned that fake news and AI-generated political content could mislead voters and undermine trust in South Africa’s democracy ahead of the 4 November #localgovernmentelections. The concerns were raised during a virtual roundtable hosted by the #CSIR and #GCIS. Read more: insidepolitic.co.za/ai-gener… #LocalGovernmentElections #CSIR #GCIS