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Polokwane Mayor John Mpe Hails New Psychiatric Hospital as “Sanctuary for Our People
Executive Mayor Cllr John Mpe cemented his reputation as a champion of compassionate governance today as Polokwane Municipality celebrated the official opening of Netcare Akeso Polokwane, the city’s first dedicated psychiatric hospital. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. POLOKWANE – Executive Mayor Cllr John Mpe cemented his reputation as a champion of compassionate governance today as Polokwane Municipality celebrated the official opening
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Apr 14


Tshwane CFO Gareth Mnisi Given Extra 7 Days to Explain Why He Shouldn't Be Suspended
Chief Financial Officer Gareth Mnisi under the microscope. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. The City of Tshwane has given embattled Chief Financial Officer Gareth Mnisi an additional seven days to make written submissions on why he shouldn't be suspended from his job. Mnisi, implicated in the Madlanga Commission for tender rigging, was initially given seven days to respond but his lawyers raised procedural issues, prompting the extension
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Apr 14


Ndabeni Leads Charge for Northern Cape Growth at High-Stakes Investment Conference
By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. Minister of Small Business Development Stella Tembisa Ndabeni is poised to take centre stage at the Northern Cape Investment and Jobs Conference this week, where she will drive government’s agenda for sustainable job creation and inclusive economic growth in one of South Africa’s most resource-rich provinces. Ndabeni will address delegates on Tuesday, 14 April 2026 at 11:00 at the Mittah Seperepere Conven
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Apr 14


Chinese SUV Donations Haunt Ramaphosa as Two Ministers Face Scandal Over Undeclared Cars
ANCWL president and Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe and ANC second deputy secretary-general and Planning Minister Maropene Ramokgopa implicated in luxury vehicle allegations_ Strengthening SA-China industrial ties: Minister Maropene Ramokgopa meets BAIC South Africa CEO Yang Yixin at the BAIC Gqeberha plant, 24 May 2025, where she received a BAIC-branded gift during her oversight visit. #Investment #Manufacturing #Gqeberha By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian
The Azanian
Apr 14


Suspended Cop's Bail Fight Continues: Nkosi to Remain Behind Bars
Suspended police officer Sergeant Fannie Nkosi bail application was postponed in the Pretoria North Magistrate’s Court. Nkosi will spend four more nights in custody. Nkosi's suspension took effect on March 28, and he has testified before the Madlanga Commission. He is also accused of acting as a middleman between alleged crime boss Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and senior police officers. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. Suspended police office
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Apr 13


Justice Delayed, Not Denied: Life Esidimeni Tragedy Heads to Court
Christine Nxumalo holding the picure of her late sister Virginia.The Life Esidimeni tragedy sparked widespread outrage and calls for accountability. An investigation found that the patients were moved to the centres without proper planning, leading to a lack of food, water, and medical care. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. Nearly a decade after the tragic events, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has finally decided to institute
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Apr 13
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