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MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA  THE MASS SHOOTING IN WESTBURY AND ONGOING MASS SHOOTINGS RELATED TO GANG AND EXTORTION VIOLENCE IN THE WESTERN CAPE  The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) expresses its deep concern and pain to the victims and families of those whose lives were lost in mass shootings in Westbury, Johannesburg this afternoon. In what reflects continued lawlessness and bloodshed in our country, two teenagers were shot dead in Westbury, while five additional teenagers have been left wounded. It is of greater concern that the individuals who have been harmed with two fatalities in this incident, are said to have been involved in gang-related activity , and the attack on them was from a rival gang .  It reflects the moral and social decay in our society, where teenagers as young as 14-years old, are engaged in violent activity wherein firearms are involved. This simply means that the culture of violence, crime and murder in So...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA SANDF Starvation Scandal Highlights Systemic Rot in Defence Leadership 130 naval recruits at SAS Saldanha have suffered starvation and poor accommodation. The DA condemns systemic neglect and lack of accountability in Defence leadership . Parliamentary questions will probe provisioning, planning, and budget for the recruits. The DA condemns in the strongest terms the inhumane treatment of approximately 130 naval recruits who have, according to media reports, been stranded at SAS Saldanha since July, surviving on minimal food rations and living without proper accommodation as a result of ongoing construction delays at the Simon’s Town Naval Base . For nearly three months the young recruits, who have completed their basic military training , have endured conditions that families have rightly described as “inhumane”. Confined to the base without day passes, denied sufficient food and prohibited from receiving parcels ...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA Minister Mchunu’s decision to halt Crime Intelligence appointments hampers crime-fighting efforts Earlier this year, RISE Mzansi quizzed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu ’s political directive to halt the filling of vacancies at the South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Intelligence Division (CID). This decision, which has become central to both the Ad Hoc Committee and Madlanga Commission , affected a total of 18 posts, which include six Senior Managers and 12 Social Media Specialists. RISE Mzansi further asked what impact this political decision had on the safety and security of South Africans, to which Minister Mchunu responded, “there is an impact [on crime fighting]”, given that among the posts affected are the CID Provincial Heads of KwaZulu-Natal , Eastern Cape and Western Cape . Provinces which are besieged by political killings , taxi violence , extortion , gang violence , cross-border crimes and drugs . Mor...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA  SEVEN SAPS OFFICERS ARRESTED BY JMPD TACTICAL REACTION UNIT FOR EXTORTION AND KIDNAPPING The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) @JoburgMPD Tactical Reaction Unit (TRU) has arrested seven South African Police Service (SAPS) @SAPoliceService officers on charges of extortion and kidnapping following an incident involving an illegal miner, commonly referred to as a “ Zama Zama ,” in possession of material used to refine gold. The incident unfolded when the SAPS officers allegedly demanded R5,000 from the Zama Zama, later escalating their demand to R30,000. The officers are said to have transported the individual to a loaning facility to secure the payment. While awaiting the funds, the JMPD TRU intervened, apprehending the officers on the scene. The Zama Zama is currently providing a statement to authorities. The arrested officers are being detained at Booysens Police Station , where a case of extort...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA Premier Panyaza Lesufi gives update on the status of Gauteng Traffic Wardens  Good morning, ladies and gentlemen Welcome to this media briefing, where we will be detailing the progress made in responding to the operational repositioning of the traffic wardens . This will assist us in clarifying the lingering misunderstanding regarding their legitimacy and giving an update on their current training pathway to prepare them for their full integration into the province’s law enforcement framework. Introduction  The introduction of the traffic wardens in our province has assisted us in fighting crime in particular, visible policing in the CBD . They have also assisted us in sporting events, notably big events including concerts, as well as in tracing and tracking those that are selling drugs in our communities, retrieving stolen vehicles and ammunition in some of the operations they have executed.  We are doi...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA MMC for Public Safety Dr Mgcini Tshwaku Notes Granting of Bail to JMPD Officers and Condemns Unlawful Arrest by SAPS The MMC for Public Safety, Dr Mgcini Tshwaku , notes with relief the granting of bail to members of the Johannesburg Metro Police Department ( JMPD ) Tactical Response Unit ( TRU ) and Recovery Unit following their unlawful arrest and detention by members of the South African Police Service ( SAPS ) in Bekkersdal . We have now been able to speak directly with our members about the events that transpired, as SAPS had previously denied JMPD Internal Affairs access to them during their detention.  Below is the sequence of events as recounted by the affected officers: On 17 October 2025, JMPD TRU officers, acting on credible intelligence regarding a suspected stolen Toyota Hilux belonging to an illegal miner ( zama zama ) who had been underground for nine months, located the vehicle at a premises in...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA  Call for informal groups to participate in the G20 Social Summit Registration remains open for NGOs and other civil society groupings to participate in the G20 Social Summit , scheduled to take place from 18 to 20 November 2025 at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre in Ekurhuleni , Gauteng Province . The Social Summit, convened under South Africa’s G20 Presidency , is designed as an inclusive platform that will amplify the voices of civil society, grassroots organisations and communities. In line with the G20 Presidency theme of Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability , the Social Summit will bring together formal and informal networks including youth groups , women’s organisations , persons with disabilities , faith-based organisations , community forums and other grassroots structures to engage directly on global issues that affect daily lives. Government calls on informal groups and community...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA  PRESIDENT TINUBU EXTOLS LATE AUDU OGBEH’S COMMITMENT TO NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR has paid glowing tribute to the late former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development , late Audu Innocent Ogbeh for his uncommon contributions to the development of the nation. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, CON made the disclosure at the funeral service of the former Minister while delivering the condolence message of the President to the family in Benue State , describing him as a patriot and a statesman whose selfless service left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s development . “The President appreciate profoundly the contributions of late Audu Ogbeh to the development of the country in various capacity: as a Minister, Special Adviser National Chairman of PDP , manages the Committee that midwife the emergence of APC that has been in power since 2015”, he said. SG...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA  FG INAUGURATES INTER-MINISTERIAL COMMITTEE ON NIGERIA’S 65TH INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION The Federal Government has inaugurated the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) for the 2025 Independence Day Celebration vested with the mandate of planning, organising and executing all approved programmes to commemorate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. In his remarks, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, CON emphasised on the importance of unity, and patriotism in celebrating the victories and milestones Nigeria has attained. ‘‘This anniversary is a reminder of where we are coming from and where we are going from here. As a nation, we have faced challenges in areas such as political, economic and social issues but have overcome them.  An anniversary is not just a celebration of the past. It is a call for action for the future. We must therefore commit ourselves to build a ...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA  PRESIDENT TRUMP CONTINUES TO DRIVE AN AMERICAN MANUFACTURING BOOM Under President Donald J. Trump ’s bold leadership, America’s manufacturing sector is surging forward with unprecedented momentum. In the past week alone, major corporations have unveiled billions of dollars in new investments to onshore production and create thousands of high-quality American jobs — building on a wave of commitments that underscore the Trump Administration ’s vision for American economic dominance . Stellantis announced a $13 billion investment in the U.S. — the largest single investment in the company’s history. The automaker plans to expand its U.S.-based production by 50% over the next four years, re-opening its plant in Belvidere (Illinois), and adding production at its Toledo (Ohio), Warren (Michigan), Detroit (Michigan), and Kokomo (Indiana) plants.  The investment will bring 5,000 new jobs and the production of five ne...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA  Chinese President Appoints New Ambassadors Chinese President Xi Jinping has appointed the following ambassadors in accordance with a decision of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress , China's top legislature, an official statement said on Monday. Yu Jinsong was appointed ambassador to Morocco , replacing Li Changlin. Chen Feng was appointed ambassador to Romania, replacing Han Chunlin. Jiang Xiaoyan was appointed ambassador to North Macedonia , replacing Zhang Zuo . Zhang Zuo was appointed ambassador to Malta, replacing Yu Dunhai. Yang Shu was appointed ambassador to Grenada , replacing Wei Hongtian. Sun Xiangyang was appointed ambassador to Ecuador, replacing Chen Guoyou. Li Yongjie was appointed China's permanent representative and ambassador to the World Trade Organization , as well as China's deputy permanent representative to the United Nations Office at Geneva and other internati...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA  Security Cluster Action Plan To Curb Mafia State The DA demands a joint Security Cluster plan by 31 October to fix the justice system. Corruption and inefficiency let criminals act with impunity . Crime and lawlessness block growth and jobs. The rot in the South African Police Service currently on national display is a symptom of the collapse of our entire criminal justice system . South Africans face unprecedented levels of crime on a daily basis, and our criminal justice system is clearly not fully up to the task of investigating, prosecuting and punishing crime. The DA reiterates our call for the Ministers of Justice, Correctional Services , Police, and State Security account for their departments' joint failures in curbing the rise of impunity and present a combined plan to save the South African criminal justice system. The reasons for the destruction of criminal justice and the rule of law in South Africa...

MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA  ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA R777 Million Tshwane Water Tanker Jackpot Water tanker operators seem to be the biggest beneficiaries of ANC-coalition mayor Nasiphi Moya ’s first year in office. More than anything else the period will be bookmarked by a staggering increase in water losses and water tanker spending . Between the 2024 financial year , when Tshwane was governed by a DA-led coalition , and the 2025 financial year , when the city was taken over by an ANC/EFF/ActionSA coalition , water tanker spending increased by 455% from R140 million to R777 million. This was revealed by a News24 exposé on Sunday. The emergency supply of water to formalised areas by water tanker trucks is now the single biggest operational expenditure item of the City’s Department of Water and Sanitation . It even surpasses capital spending on pipe replacements. In places that do have taps and potable water, tankers are only meant to be deployed if bulk suppliers rest...