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The South African
25-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
More questions on new Orlando Pirates coach
Orlando Pirates have made a surprise decision. Abdeslam Ouaddou will oversee the Buccaneers in the 2025/2026 Betway Premiership season. The Moroccan coach needed 12 games with Marumo Gallants to win over the Sea Robbers boss, Dr Irvin Khoza. According to the former Orlando Pirates midfielder, James Mothibi, Ouaddou is probably qualified on paper, but the pressure of coaching the Sea Robbers is different gravy. New Orlando Pirates star tipped for Europe The Buccaneers' new coach Abdeslam Ouaddou with his predecessor Jose Riveiro. Image: Sowetan Benedict Vilakazi questions the Khoza 'I think he is a good coach, the only challenge is how he is going to continue where Jose (Riveiro) left off and I'm worried about him handling the pressure that comes with managing big teams like Orlando Pirates,' Mothibi said via Soccer Laduma . 'Will he be able to handle that pressure? Does he have what it takes to handle the pressure? Pirates have a different pressure and heavy pressure but let's hope he can handle that. 'I really don't know him that much. I have no idea of his coaching philosophy,' Mothibi continued. 'I just saw him at Marumo Gallants but good luck to the brother. I wish him all the best to help the team achieve more from next season,' he concluded. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
IOL News
05-06-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
The 'Happy Bunch' seek redemption at Comrades after dizzying setback
Edward Mothibi celebrates after winning the 2019 Comrades Marathon. Photo: SIBONELO NGCOBO Independent Newspapers Image: SIBONELO NGCOBO Independent Newspapers The Nedbank Running Club's training group, fondly referred to as The Happy Bunch, are looking to regain their joy at this year's Comrades Marathon following a forgettable outing in the 2024 Up Run. The 2024 edition of The Ultimate Human Race is sure to be chalked up by the group as an episode in their illustrious Comrades story best forgotten. Save for Dan Matshailwe finishing runner-up and Joseph Manyedi coming in fourth, there were no other gold medals for the group, who are accustomed to dominating the top ten. The duo have since left the group, leaving former champions Edward Mothibi and Tete Dijana, along with multiple gold medallist Johannes Makgetla, to carry the torch – the trio having 'seen dust' last year. For reasons still baffling to them, they – along with Galaletsang Mekgoe, who finished fourth in 2022 – all suffered dizzy spells during the race. Dijana, champion back-to-back in 2022 and 2023, was the worst affected – the sight of him hobbling along the road as his legs turned to jelly a sad, lingering memory from last year's race. He finished in 14th place. Mothibi did not fare quite as badly, but he too struggled inexplicably and ended up finishing two places behind Dijana. They are still reeling from what happened last year, despite Mothibi and Makgetla's assertions that 'we are over it'. The disappointment of failing to achieve a hat-trick of victories still lingers, and what hurts Dijana most is missing out on a green number. 'If I had won last year, I was going to get a green number,' Dijana lamented. 'But something happened that I still cannot explain. "I felt dizzy early in the race and later, my legs just could not carry me. It's painful. "Of course, I cannot say someone did me dirty. The reality is, though, you can't help having your suspicions. It's in the past, and we're looking forward to doing better this time.' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Mothibi was also robbed of his green number. 'I was going for my fifth successive gold, and my plan was to finish in the Top 10 – then I would have got a green number. That was part of my plan. "Now I'm back to scratch chasing the green number, like all normal runners. What happened last year spoils the history I would have made at Comrades. Five successive gold medals is something people would have spoken about for seven years.' Makgetla says he felt dizzy from the 60 km mark and was shocked to catch up with Dijana during the race, only to find they were all suffering from the same symptoms. 'Last year was very bad, but I'm over all that. I've been through a lot in life, and this is just one more issue I've brushed aside. "I'm ready to go for it again this year. I've not been as fit as I currently am, and I'm aiming for a top ten. What happened last year messed up my plans – I had hoped this would be my last Comrades, but now I'll have to do another one.' Mekgoe, on the other hand, has had a tough time since that incredible fifth-place rookie finish, which left many expecting her to become the first black woman to win the Comrades. The 28-year-old has not come close to gold since and was tearful during our interview in the chilly, quaint tourist town in Mpumalanga. She attributes her struggles to the pressure of being a breadwinner. 'Everything is on me at home. My family depends on me, and I've always run under pressure, knowing I had to provide. It's been very tough. "I always felt I couldn't let them down, and that affected my running. I didn't run with freedom. As if that wasn't enough, I've also struggled with injuries in recent years,' Mekgoe says, before sharing a sad tale of her family's situation. While she previously relied solely on the monthly stipend from the Nedbank Running Club, she is now better off financially, having found a job in a mine in Carletonville. But although this has eased her financial burdens, it has robbed her of the time to train as an elite athlete. She now goes into the Comrades somewhat undercooked, her preparations not having been as thorough as in the past.
The Citizen
20-05-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
SIU is not done with NLC yet, as more corruption allegations emerge
The SIU is on phase three of its investigations, scheduled to be completed by 31 December 2025. The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says its work at the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) is not yet done. SIU head Andy Mothibi on Tuesday briefed the standing committee on public accounts on the investigation into the NLC. In November 2020, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed a proclamation authorising the SIU to investigate the NLC and recover any losses. ALSO READ: NLC rolls out lifestyle audits, anti-fraud initiatives 'to rebuild trust' The SIU divided its investigations into three phases. The estimated value of the matters investigated in the first and second phases is R279.7 million and R246.6 million, respectively. The SIU has completed investigations in these phases. Phase three, which is ongoing, has an estimated value of R905.9 million. It has an estimated date of completion of 31 December 2025. The value of contracts under investigation with potential civil litigation is about R2 billion. However, the SIU has recovered only R9.5 million of this. ALSO READ: NLC heist: SIU almost done with second phase of R1.4bn NLC corruption probe The Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) has issued preservation orders amounting to R78.2 million, while the Special Tribunal's preservation orders stand at R37.3 million. At least R6.3 million in pension has been frozen. SIU probe into NLC According to Mothibi, between 2020 and 2024, 22 individuals and entities were referred to the NPA for criminal prosecution related to fraud, corruption and money laundering. At least 15 persons have been identified as alleged key players in the NLC corruption, including the former board chair, Alfred Nevhutanda, who has approached the courts in an attempt to get the SIU off his back and former chief operations officer Phillemon Letwaba, who is challenging the constitutionality of the Special Tribunal's preservation order against him. ALSO READ: NLC spends over R8 million on suspended employees facing disciplinary action According to the SIU, the key players were allegedly able to access NLC funds due to inadequate project management, a lack of monitoring and evaluation, ineffective project auditing techniques, general maladministration in the approval of the grants and corrupt elements. Seven directors and 14 companies have been referred to the CIPC for being placed on the delinquency list and for being barred from registering companies with the CIPC in the future. But the SIU is not done with the NLC yet. Mothibi told parliament the unit has drafted a motivation for a proclamation after receiving several procurement allegations The motivation will be submitted to the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development for further processing. The SIU has also submitted the first Presidential progress report to the Presidency. NOW READ: Accounting firms compiled fraudulent financial statements for NPOs – SIU on NLC corruption
Eyewitness News
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
SIU welcomes establishment of overarching anti-corruption body in SA
CAPE TOWN - Head of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) Andy Mothibi supports the establishment of an independent, anti-corruption body for the country. While the Democratic Alliance (DA) has already tabled legislation in Parliament to this effect, Mothibi said the preliminary recommendation of the National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council appears to be leaning in this direction. The SIU is currently playing host to the 15th Commonwealth regional conference for heads of anti-corruption agencies in Africa. The meeting is in Cape Town this week. ALSO READ: SA hosts Commonwealth Anti-Corruption Conference In 2022, the president established the National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council to advise him on strengthening South Africa's anti-corruption framework. SIU head Andy Mothibi said while he thinks the country's current anti-corruption architecture should not be tampered with, an overarching body would be a welcome addition. "They are also recommending a consolidation of some sort, and particularly around prevention, systemic investigations, and, of course, the reactive investigations," said Mothibi. It's been mooted that an independent agency be referred to as the Office of Public Integrity against Corruption. Several of the countries attending this week's summit have independent anti-corruption commissions. "It's really going to almost restructure the anti-corruption architecture in the country, and strengthen its capability," he added. The conference continues on Tuesday with an expected opening address from the former Chief Justice, Raymond Zondo, who chaired the commission into State capture.
Eyewitness News
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
SIU's Mothibi flags increasing threats against investigators probing corruption
CAPE TOWN - Head of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), Andy Mothibi, has warned of the deadly nature of investigating corruption in South Africa, saying it's becoming an increasing appealed to corruption-busting agencies in the region to be vigilant and to band together when those accused of corruption fight SIU is hosting representatives from African Commonwealth countries at the 15th edition of a week-long Anti-Corruption Conference in Cape said that this week's conference is intended to exchange best practices and innovative measures to combat said that threats against SIU investigators had been growing, evidenced by its investigations into the national lottery and Fort Hare University."We know that is the fight of those we are investigating, those who are corrupt."Mothibi said he believed that last week's killing of a State prosecutor in the Eastern Cape was also linked to corruption investigations. With the support of the French embassy, the SIU has been able to turn its training offering into a formal academy to hone the skills of civil servants across the continent.
