News you should know tonight: Top 5 stories you may have missed on July 11, 2025
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Ramaphosa's crucial meeting with Mchunu and Mkhwanazi: What to expect on Sunday
'You will have to wait for Sunday.' That is what President Cyril Ramaphosa told journalists when asked about his decision on Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu, following the explosive claims made by KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. To read on, click here.
SIU thwarts R33 million claim and recovers R67 million from Kroucamp Plumbers
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured a victory for the state, recovering R67 million from Kroucamp Plumbers (Pty) Ltd after the Special Tribunal reviewed and set aside unlawful contracts awarded by the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure. To read on, click here.
Close family member arrested in tragic murder case of 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek
Police have arrested a 31-year-old 'close family member' in connection with the murder of 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek. To read on, click here.
Ramaphosa rallies nation behind bold new dialogue for South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to rally behind a bold new initiative to rebuild the country through inclusive national dialogue, warning that the time for honest reckoning and collective action is now. To read on, click here.
MK Party fuming over Ramaphosa not firing Mchunu, while he fired DA's Whitfield over a trip
uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party are livid with President Cyril Ramaphosa for not firing Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, following explosive allegations made by KZN police boss Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, while he dismissed DA Deputy Minister Andrew Whitfield for an unapproved trip. To read on, click here.
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MK Party pledges sustained pressure in Vusimuzi Matlala criminal case
The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has vowed to put pressure on the criminal justice system following the court appearance of businessman Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala and his co-accused at the Alexandra Magistrate Court on July 11. The two face charges of attempted murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and money laundering, stemming from an alleged assassination attempt on Matlala's former partner, actress Tebogo Thobejane, in 2023. Speaking on the sidelines, MK Gauteng spokesperson Abel Tau expressed concern over procedural lapses in the case, noting that the defence is relying on loopholes in how the state is handling the case. During the court proceedings, the defence argued that Matlala's bank statements were accessed, but they did not get a Section 205 subpoena for those statements. Also read: Watch | Alexandra Magistrate's court postpones case against Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala and co-accused 'They have spoken about Section 205, whether or not it's there, and you would know that if it is not there, it means the evidence collected may not be admissible in court because it might have been collected illegally,' Tau stressed. He also expressed concerns about the alleged collection of evidence in the absence of legal representation. This followed the defence's argument that while Matlala signed a consent form granting permission for his cellphone to be accessed, this was done in the absence of his attorney. 'They have questioned the collection of the evidence of the accused in the absence of their lawyer, which, for me again, is an elementary mistake the NPA should not be doing… We cannot afford to have the NPA found wanting when dealing with alleged criminals of this stature,' he shared. He stressed that the state needs to use this opportunity to set a precedent on how it fights against violent crime in South Africa. The MK Party vowed to maintain pressure throughout the trial. Tau confirmed that they will come in numbers on the next court date on August 26. Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration! Have a story idea? We'd love to hear from you – join our WhatsApp group and share your thoughts! At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
