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It’s Friday, July 11, 2025, and it’s time for a wrap of the biggest headlines making waves in South Africa and beyond. Don’t forget to join the IOL WhatsApp Channel to stay in tune, informed, and in the know.
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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