Manyane Manyane

Investigations Journalist

The alleged money-laundering web entangling Carrim, Maumela, and Matlala

Manyane Manyane and Rapula Moatshe|Published

Testimony at the Madlanga Commission reveals a complex money-laundering scheme involving tender tycoon Hangwani Maumela and alleged crime kingpin Vusimuzi Matlala, ...

Vincent Smith's sentence spurs NPA's expanded Bosasa investigation

Manyane Manyane|Published

Following the sentencing of former African National Congress Member of Parliament Vincent Smith, the National Prosecuting Authority has announced that it is delving ...

Dirco races to assist stranded stranded South Africans in volatile Gulf region

Manyane Manyane|Published

Because of the US and Israel's military strikes on Iran, many countries have shut down their airspace, which has led to the cancellation of international flights. ...

Bold move: Motsepe's website fuels ANC leadership speculation

Manyane Manyane|Published

Political analysts are demanding evidence of Patrice Motsepe's capability to lead the ANC and South Africa, following the launch of his presidential campaign website. ...

Gauteng water crisis, Tembisa hospital: How will Lesufi respond?

Manyane Manyane|Published

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi is under pressure to outline his strategies for combatting the escalating water crisis and rampant corruption in government institutions. ...

Police probe into the death of Goolam Vawda, a controversial social media figure

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Police have opened an inquest into the death of man believed to be Goolam Mohammed Suliman Vawda, a controversial figure known for his provocative social media presence. ...

Inside DA's turmoil: Steenhuisen clash sparks Dion George’s departure

Manyane Manyane and Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Former Environment Minister Dion George has resigned from the Democratic Alliance and Parliament, accusing party leader John Steenhuisen of financial misconduct ...

Court challenge to halt President Ramaphosa's NDPP appointment process

Manyane Manyane|Updated

B Xulu and Partners have launched a critical court application to block President Cyril Ramaphosa's appointment of the next National Director of Public Prosecutions. ...

DA leaders accused of using state resources amid internal strife

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Amid escalating tensions, the DA faces accusations of hypocrisy as its leaders are implicated in using state resources for political gain.

Classifying the Phala Phala report sparks outrage: A power abuse allegation as turmoil brews

Manyane Manyane|Published

IPID's decision to classify the investigation report on the Phala Phala scandal, according to political analysts and security experts, is an example of an abuse ...

Ramaphosa reacts to the United States excluding South Africa from the G20 summit

Manyane Manyane|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa reaffirms South Africa's commitment to the G20 despite the US's decision to exclude the country from the 2026 summit, addressing allegations ...

'Closer scrutiny' is necessary regarding Standard Bank's involvement in PIC transactions

Manyane Manyane|Published

Due to its past interactions with the Public Investment Corporation, Standard Bank is under renewed scrutiny, which raises important concerns regarding governance ...

Sisulu's pursuit of justice: Goolam Vawda's legal action against abuse on social media

Manyane Manyane|Published

Lindiwe Sisulu's legal complaint against Goolam Vawda exposes a troubling lack of police action in a high-profile social media abuse case, raising questions about ...

Sandton's neighbour claims that Ramaphosa visited Maumela 'more than two times'

Manyane Manyane and Mashudu Sadike|Published

Due to his frequent visits to the residence of suspected Tembisa Hospital looter Hangwani Maumela, President Cyril Ramaphosa is coming under growing criticism.

Ramaphosa denies ever knowing Maumela and says the video of him outside the posh house of Tembisa 'looting' accused is coincidental ...

Manyane Manyane|Published

Explore the opulent mansion of businessman Hangwani Maumela, now under heavy security following a Special Investigating Unit raid linked to a staggering R2 billion ...

Dark legacy of former Tembisa Hospital CEO unravels amid corruption scandal

Manyane Manyane|Published

Lerato Mthunzi, wife of the late Tembisa Hospital CEO Ashley Mthunzi, claims her husband is a scapegoat in a massive corruption scandal.

South Africa risks missing the AGOA deadline as US negotiations falter

Manyane Manyane|Published

South Africa faces a critical moment in its negotiations to extend the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) agreement, with experts warning that time may be ...

Ramaphosa and Trump might not engage during the United Nations meeting

Manyane Manyane|Published

Experts believe that while a direct meeting between President Cyril Ramaphosa and US President Donald Trump seems unlikely, the upcoming UNGA presents a crucial ...

UN warns about child trafficking crisis that's escalating globally

Manyane Manyane|Published

A shocking UN Human Rights Council report reveals an alarming surge in child trafficking worldwide, with four in 10 victims being children. South Africa faces particular ...

Eskom probes executives in alleged job-for-pals scandal

Manyane Manyane|Published

Eskom confirmed the allegations, adding that the case was reported via email and channeled through to its confidential whistleblowing hotline.

The legacy of Bantu Education remains in SA schools, say experts

Manyane Manyane|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa has acknowledged past failures in education reform.

Public Protector dismisses R200k hiring scandal against ex-Eskom boss De Ruyter

Manyane Manyane|Published

The Public Protector has vindicated former Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter in a high-profile investigation into allegations of nepotism and procurement irregularities. ...

SAPS DNA crisis: Thousands of criminal cases at risk of collapse

Manyane Manyane|Published

A critical crisis unfolds as SAPS DNA backlog surpasses 140 000 cases, forcing criminal cases to be withdrawn and leaving thousands of victims without justice. Portfolio ...

MEC blames non-payment of salaries on the previous administration

Manyane Manyane|Published

She said this was due to financial mismanagement under the previous board.

Failure to pay workers believed to be political smear campaign against NW MEC

Manyane Manyane|Published

This came after the MEC allegedly told members of Scopa to declare their businesses with NWPTB.