28-05-2025
Ithuba's Lottery era ends; CapeXit leader removed: Today's top 7 stories in 7 minutes
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WATCH | CapeXit leader removed from council after calling Eastern Cape residents 'economic migrants'
CapeXit leader Jack Miller was forcibly removed from a City of Cape Town council sitting on Wednesday.
Miller made remarks referring to residents from the Eastern Cape as 'economic migrants'.
His remarks sparked outrage among opposition parties, and despite this, Miller said his removal was absurd.
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New lottery operator with Chinese tech partner named as Ithuba era ends
Sizekhaya Holdings has been awarded the licence to operate South Africa's national lottery for the next eight years, replacing Ithuba Holdings.
The consortium includes Goldrush Group and Chinese lottery tech firm Genlot, with prominent businessman Moses Tembe as a non-executive director.
Trade and Industry Minister Parks Tau announced the decision, noting the complex evaluation process and is seeking legal advice to appeal a court ruling regarding a temporary licence.
RAF boss placed on special leave amid SIU corruption probe
Road Accident Fund (RAF) CEO Collins Letsoalo has been placed on special leave pending a corruption probe by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU).
The SIU is investigating allegations that Letsoalo favoured a specific company in a R79 million lease deal and other irregularities involving RAF tenders.
Letsoalo's tenure has been marked by legal battles and controversies, including disputes with SARS, Discovery Health, and the Auditor-General.
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Tshwane ANC leader's former company scores tenders worth R119m from ANC councils
A company with links to Eugene Modise, the ANC's chairperson in Tshwane and the city's deputy mayor, has secured two more government contracts worth millions.
The DA has requested the Public Protector to investigate whether Modise still benefits financially from Triotic Protection Services, the company in question.
Modise denies being the ultimate owner of Triotic, stating he sold his interests to a long-time employee, while the Public Protector has confirmed it is investigating the DA's complaint.
WATCH | Barefoot, injured, malnourished: Over 20 'kidnapped' men found in Centurion
Over 20 young men, showing signs of malnutrition, dehydration, and torture, escaped captivity in Centurion, leading to a police investigation into kidnapping and extortion.
The rescued Ethiopian nationals, aged 16-26, were found in a traumatised state, with some having been held captive for up to eight months, according to preliminary information.
Local residents and humanitarian organisations provided immediate assistance, including medical care, food, and water, to the severely malnourished and distressed victims.
'I still think I'm the problem': Jake White shoulders blame for 2024 final defeat as play-offs loom
Jake White still blames himself for the Bulls' URC final defeat last year, despite reaching the quarter-finals this year.
White says he has rotated the squad more this season and senior players have improved, addressing issues from previous finals.
The Bulls are motivated by past defeats and the recent loss of Cornal Hendricks, hoping to honor him with their performance.
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