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Investigative journalist @ amaBhungane.org I uncover things people don't want me to. My day entails unravelling the corrupt links between organised crime gangs, questionable businesses and the State.
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Investigating directorate head Andrea Johnson allegedly misled colleagues about a controversial secret deal struck with military contractor Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu to nail former defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula.
NPA in crisis: Andrea Johnson’s unguided missile - amaBhungane
Meet Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu, the well-connected military contractor and prosecution witness who was primed to nail a big fish: Parliamentary Speaker and former defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula. Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu is the star witness in the case that was meant to solidify the reputation of both the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) and its boss, Andrea Johnson. However, […]
amabhungane.org
January 22, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Investigating directorate head Andrea Johnson allegedly misled colleagues about a controversial secret deal struck with military contractor Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu to nail former defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula.
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The affidavit is so devastating that the defence is desperate to attack its legitimacy. That task has seemingly been aided by and mistrust and missteps within the National Prosecuting Authority.
Damning affidavit, if true, exposes the banality of former Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s alleged corruption. - amaBhungane
Former defence minister and Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is back in court today for an application by her lawyers to try to force the disclosure of parts of the prosecution docket the State says are confidential. Mapisa-Nqakula, who is charged with corruption and money laundering, has loudly protested her innocence, although she has yet to plead […]
amabhungane.org
January 23, 2025 at 8:03 AM
The affidavit is so devastating that the defence is desperate to attack its legitimacy. That task has seemingly been aided by and mistrust and missteps within the National Prosecuting Authority.
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Mapisa-Nqakula is in court for an application by her lawyers to try to force the disclosure of confidential parts of the prosecution docket.
Damning affidavit, if true, exposes the banality of former Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s alleged corruption. - amaBhungane
Former defence minister and Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is back in court today for an application by her lawyers to try to force the disclosure of parts of the prosecution docket the State says are confidential. Mapisa-Nqakula, who is charged with corruption and money laundering, has loudly protested her innocence, although she has yet to plead […]
amabhungane.org
January 23, 2025 at 8:03 AM
Mapisa-Nqakula is in court for an application by her lawyers to try to force the disclosure of confidential parts of the prosecution docket.
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State witness Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu’s affidavit implicating ex-defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula provides a portrait of routine entitlement, bullying and corruption.
Damning affidavit, if true, exposes the banality of former Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s alleged corruption. - amaBhungane
Former defence minister and Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is back in court today for an application by her lawyers to try to force the disclosure of parts of the prosecution docket the State says are confidential. Mapisa-Nqakula, who is charged with corruption and money laundering, has loudly protested her innocence, although she has yet to plead […]
amabhungane.org
January 23, 2025 at 8:03 AM
State witness Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu’s affidavit implicating ex-defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula provides a portrait of routine entitlement, bullying and corruption.
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In six years over R200-million in defence logistics contracts were controversially, and in some cases allegedly unlawfully, awarded to military contractor Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu. None of that money, which supported her lavish lifestyle, has ever been recovered.
Inside job: the rise and fall of the woman who brought down Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula - amaBhungane
Be sure to also read part two of this story, as well as our in-depth analysis. In the early 2000s, Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu led an ordinary life. An SAA flight attendant who had studied to be a nurse, she was involved in nothing that would draw public attention. However, she eventually rose to become chair of […]
amabhungane.org
January 25, 2025 at 6:02 AM
In six years over R200-million in defence logistics contracts were controversially, and in some cases allegedly unlawfully, awarded to military contractor Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu. None of that money, which supported her lavish lifestyle, has ever been recovered.
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Confirmation of the reason for the video of SANDF troops raising a white flag. No surrender. As I understand, the talks failed.
January 28, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Confirmation of the reason for the video of SANDF troops raising a white flag. No surrender. As I understand, the talks failed.
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13 SANDF soldiers confirmed dead in the eastern DRC.
January 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM
13 SANDF soldiers confirmed dead in the eastern DRC.
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DRC update overnight:
Fighting continues.
M23/Rwanda forces seen entering outer suburbs of Goma.
Rwanda has closed all Lake traffic.
Supply aircraft noted leaving AFB Waterkloof this morning.
For first time, SA names Rwanda as supporting M23.
Fighting continues.
M23/Rwanda forces seen entering outer suburbs of Goma.
Rwanda has closed all Lake traffic.
Supply aircraft noted leaving AFB Waterkloof this morning.
For first time, SA names Rwanda as supporting M23.
January 27, 2025 at 5:26 AM
DRC update overnight:
Fighting continues.
M23/Rwanda forces seen entering outer suburbs of Goma.
Rwanda has closed all Lake traffic.
Supply aircraft noted leaving AFB Waterkloof this morning.
For first time, SA names Rwanda as supporting M23.
Fighting continues.
M23/Rwanda forces seen entering outer suburbs of Goma.
Rwanda has closed all Lake traffic.
Supply aircraft noted leaving AFB Waterkloof this morning.
For first time, SA names Rwanda as supporting M23.