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Thabo Bester found in Tanzania, but how did he flee the country unnoticed?
Convicted murderer and serial rapist Thabo Bester, and accomplice dr Nandipha Magudumana, were arrested in Tanzania over the Easter weekend after fleeing the country. On Wednesday, security company G4S which operates the Mangaung Correctional Centre, where Bester faked his own death, had to account to Parliament on how he managed…
Could Eskom's Treasury exemptions become a gateway for more corruption?
Treasury has exempted cash-strapped power utility Eskom from declaring irregular and fruitless expenditures in its accounts. Writer at large at News24 Business, Carol Paton, explains what this exemption means.
Does the DA have a race problem?
LISTEN to News24’s Deputy politics editor Bongekile Macupe in conversation with News24’s Jason Felix and Qaanitah Hunter as they discuss what to expect at the DA’s national congress.
Make or break: DA to elect new leadership at national congress
Two thousand delegates of the DA will converge in Midrand, Johannesburg, over the weekend to elect new leadership, discuss policies and amend the party's constitution. The congress comes ahead of the 2024 general elections and is expected to set the tone for opposition politics in South Africa. LISTEN to News24's…
Have you seen this man? R100k cash reward for information on escaped convict Thabo Bester
Private security company Fidelity ADT has offered a R100 000 cash reward for information that leads to the arrest of Thabo Bester. Bester, also know as the “Facebook Rapist”, has been on the run since it came to light that he had escaped Mangaung Correctional Centre in May 2022.
On the run: A murder plot and R800 000 in unpaid rent. Where is Thabo Bester?
Thabo Bester and celebrity doctor Nandi Mgudumana fled their Sandton home with an outstanding bill of R800,000. According to the rental company, Bester used armed thugs in a blue-light convoy to get their furnishings from the property. The couple has now gone into hiding. Listen to News24's Assistant Editor for…
‘Act now’: UN climate report says this is the deciding decade for climate action
A week ago, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released a report highlighting measures to tackle the climate crisis. One of the authors of the report, Dr Christopher Trisos joins News24’s sustainability reporter Lameez Omarjee and host Kirthana Pillay to unpack its key messages.
Murray murders: Long list of enemies may make it hard for police to crack case
The father and son team of Cloete and Thomas Murray, liquidators known for their no-nonsense approach to significant corruption cases, were gunned down in Midrand earlier this month. On Sunday, more than 300 mourners gathered in Pretoria to grieve Cloete and Thomas, and News24's senior investigative reporter Kyle Cowan was…
EFF shutdown: Cause for concern or business as usual? We hear from News24 reporters on the ground
The much-trumpeted EFF shutdown is under way, but hasn't quite caused the waves the party's leaders promised. LISTEN to News24's Mihlali Ntsabo as he dials in on the latest developments from News24 journalists stationed at locations across SA.
EFF shutdown: Fear and loathing as red berets gear up to protest in parts of SA
EFF members were expected to participate in nationwide protest action against load shedding, high unemployment, government corruption and President Cyril Ramaphosa's leadership. Parts of the country are still relatively quiet; however, police are on high alert. LISTEN to News24's Mihlali Ntsabo as he spoke to News24 journalists stationed at various…
New tackle laws: Is rugby about to change forever?
With SA Rugby discussing lowering the tackle height limit from the shoulder to the sternum at amateur and school level - following a big World Rugby meeting - News24 Sport writers Sibusiso Mjikeliso and Heinz Schenk discuss whether this will fundamentally change rugby forever.
After ActionSA satisfaction: Bongani Baloyi reveals what's next following heated party exit
ActionSA Gauteng chairperson Bongani Baloyi resigned on Monday, citing a breakdown in trust with party leader Herman Mashaba. A war of words has since emerged between the pair as questions remain over Baloyi's next moves. Join News24 Assistant Editor for Politics and Opinions Qaanitah Hunter in conversation with Baloyi about…
Time to clear your carts, govt may take the Shein out your wardrobe
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) has confirmed it is investigating Shein, after SA business and labour expressed concerns that Chinese online retailer Shein is exploiting tax loopholes to undercut local rivals. Join News24's Assistant Editor for Breaking News Sheldon Morais and companies reporter Nick Wilson as they…
Please call me: What stolen evidence could tell us about Babita Deokaran’s murder
A cellphone of crucial evidentiary value in the R850-million fraud and corruption probe into Tembisa Hospital – was stolen. The phone belonged to Gauteng health department boss Lerato Madyo and contained WhatsApp conversations between her and slain whistleblower Babita Deokaran. Join News24's Senior Investigative reporters Jeff Wicks and Kyle Cowan…
Shaken, not stirred? Ramaphosa unveils bloated Presidency in reshuffled Cabinet
From Kgosientsho Ramokgopa to Sihle Zikalala, President Cyril Ramaphosa fortified his office with allies as he announced what has been described as a bloated Presidency made up of four ministers and four deputy ministers. Join News24 Political Editor Qaanitah Hunter, political reporter Juniour Khumalo and analyst Mpumelelo Mkhabela as they…
Belligerent bowling saw SA beat the Windies, but brittle batting issues remain
Shukri Conrad's first Test as Proteas coach ended in a largely comfortable 87-run victory over West Indies at Centurion on Thursday, but the batting cracks in the South African line-up were there for all to see.News24 Sport writers, Khanyiso Tshwaku and Heinz Schenk, unpack the major talking points from the…
Presidential Paralysis: Is Ramaphosa ghosting us?
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s political paralysis was on full display this week as SA still waits for the delayed Cabinet reshuffle, he missed the deadline to sign the Electoral Amendment Bill into law, and failed to appoint the SABC board. Join News24 Political Editor Qaanitah Hunter and Juniour Khumalo as they…
Can Orlando Pirates shake off the Soweto Derby shivers? Let's talk about it
Can the Orlando Pirates shake off the Soweto Derby shivers? News24's Khanyiso Tshwaku and City Press’s Timothy Molobi discuss what to expect from the big game.
A bombshell Budget, Eskom bailout and De Ruyter's dramatic exit
News24's Helena Wasserman and Carol Paton take a deep dive into Godongwana's bombshell 2023 Budget, the Eskom bailout and André de Ruyter's dramatic exit.
What is going on at UCT? News24 discusses Phakeng's golden handshake
Tune in as Editor-in-Chief Adriaan Basson and Marvin Charles discuss what is happening at the University of Cape Town after it was revealed that the embattled vice-chancellor Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng will take an early retirement package.