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Gauteng Traffic Police Chief Inspector Samuel Mashaba Suspended For Alleged Wrongdoing
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/14/gauteng-traffic-police-chief-inspector-samuel-mashaba-suspended-for-alleged-wrongdoing/
Published: June 14, 2026 15:53
The suspension followed his testimony before the Madlanga Commission, in which he admitted to conduct that may constitute serious breaches of the Public Service Code of Conduct
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amaNdebele King Makhosonke II Honoured: Memorial Held At Solomon Mahlangu Stadium
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/14/ndebele-monarch-makhosonke-ii-honoured-memorial-held-at-solomon-mahlangu-stadium/
Published: June 14, 2026 15:21
KwaMhlanga – The atmosphere was sombre at the Solomon Mahlangu Stadium in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, where mourners, including family, traditional leaders, government representatives, and community members, converged at the memorial of the late Ndebele…
Deadly Overseas Job: Mortal Remains Of Sihle Makhaye Repatriated From Russia
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/14/deadly-overseas-job-mortal-remains-of-sihle-makhaye-repatriated-from-russia/
Published: June 14, 2026 11:06
Durban – The mortal remains of 44-year-old Sihle Makhaye, who was reportedly lured to Russia for a job, have been repatriated to KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Makhaye was one of several South African men reportedly lured to Russia under false promises of…
Youth Day: Department Says No School On Monday And Tuesday, Extra Holiday Declared
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/14/youth-day-department-says-no-school-on-monday-and-tuesday-extra-holiday-declared/
Published: June 14, 2026 10:10
Monday, 15 June 2026, has been designated as a special school holiday in terms of the approved 2026 school calendar
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WATCH: Special Official Memorial Service Of Late King Makhosonke II
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/14/watch-special-official-memorial-service-of-late-king-makhosonke-ii/
Published: June 14, 2026 08:59
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NUM Blasts Finch Diamond Mine Business Rescue, Warns Move Places Jobs In Jeopardy
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/14/num-blasts-finch-diamond-mine-business-rescue-warns-move-places-jobs-in-jeopardy/
Published: June 14, 2026 08:03
The union also criticised the issue of a Section 189A notice at the Cullinan Diamond Mine
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Five Decades After Soweto Uprising, South Africa’s Youth Are Fighting For Inclusion
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/14/five-decades-after-soweto-uprising-south-africas-youth-are-fighting-for-inclusion/
Published: June 14, 2026 07:19
Johannesburg – Youth Day honours young people in South Africa, especially those who rose up in Soweto in 1976, students who paid with their lives to resist an education system deliberately engineered to diminish them. That generation marched against the…
At Least 21 000 Runners Have Embarked On 89Km Comrades Marathon Up Run
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/14/at-least-21-000-runners-have-embark-on-89km-comrades-marathon-up-run/
Published: June 14, 2026 05:55
Durban – More than 21 000 runners have embarked on the 89km Comrades Marathon Up Run from Durban City Hall to Pietermaritzburg. The runners took off early Sunday morning, 14 June 2026, with individuals and teams taking up in the 99th Comrades Marathon. The…
Ebola Outbreak: Over 700 Cases Of Bundibugyo Virus Disease Confirmed, 141 Deaths
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/13/ebola-outbreak-over-700-cases-of-bundibugyo-virus-disease-confirmed-141-deaths/
Published: June 13, 2026 15:24
Addis Ababa – Africa CDC has announced that as of 11 June 2026, as many as 708 confirmed cases of Ebola and 141 confirmed deaths have been reported. The Africa CDC said it continues to work closely with affected Member States, WHO, regional institutions,…
King Makhosoke II Had No Signs Of Ill Health Before His Passing, Says Prince Mabena
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/13/king-makhosoke-ii-had-no-signs-of-ill-health-before-his-passing-says-prince-mabena/
Published: June 13, 2026 13:39
The funeral of His Majesty will take place at Solomon Mahlangu Stadium, KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, tomorrow, Sunday, 14 June
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IFP Mourns Sudden Passing Of Veteran KZN MPL Ncamisile Jerich Nkwanyana
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/13/ifp-mourns-sudden-passing-of-veteran-kzn-mpl-ncamisile-jerich-nkwanyana/
Published: June 13, 2026 12:00
Durban – KwaZulu-Natal Member of Provincial Legislature Ncamisile Jerich Nkwanyana has passed away at 72. Nkwanyana passed away at her home in Stanger in the evening on Friday, 12 June 2026, evening after a normal day of participating in legislative work.…
Political Freedom Was Won. Economic Freedom Is Still A Fight
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/13/political-freedom-was-won-economic-freedom-is-still-a-fight/
Published: June 13, 2026 09:32
South Africa has spent three decades expanding access to education. The next fight is different: converting qualifications into income, skills into enterprise, and political rights into economic power. According to Stats SA, in the first quarter of 2026,…
Kruger National Park Murders: 3rd Suspect Arrested In Zimbabwe, Bakkie Recovered
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/13/kruger-national-park-murders-3rd-suspect-arrested-in-zimbabwe-bakkie-recovered/
Published: June 13, 2026 05:02
Mbombela (Nelspruit) – Zimbabwe police have arrested a 26-year-old Mozambican in connection with the highly publicised murder of an elderly couple in the Kruger National Park. Mossel Bay residents, 71-year-old Ernst and 73-year-old Dina Marais, were…
Malawi President Peter Mutharika Embarks On Private Visit To South Africa
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/malawian-president-arthur-peter-mutharika-embarks-on-private-visit-to-south-africa/
Published: June 12, 2026 17:56
The 85-year-old president is accompanied by First Lady Gertrude Mutharika. The visit coincides with attempts by hundreds of Malawians to leave SA amid rising anti-immigrant sentiment
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Serial Rapist Tshepo Murendeni Mulovhedzi Sentenced To 4 Life Terms, Plus 79 Years In Jail
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/serial-rapist-tshepo-murendeni-mulovhedzi-sentenced-to-4-life-terms-plus-79-years-in-jail/
Published: June 12, 2026 17:25
Pretoria – The Pretoria High Court has literally locked away 30-year-old convicted rapist Tshepo Murendeni Mulovhedzi and thrown away the key. In a landmark sentence, the court today, Friday, 12 June 2026, slapped Mulovhedzi from Mamelodi with four life…
Why The Information Regulator’s Ruling Against Sibanye-Stillwater Matters
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/why-the-information-regulators-ruling-against-sibanye-stillwater-matters/
Published: June 12, 2026 16:43
As the Information Regulator forces Sibanye-Stillwater to open its Social and Labour Plan compliance records, the ruling sends a blunt message to corporate South Africa: secrecy without evidence will not survive PAIA scrutiny, writes Alude Xuba
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AfriForum Accuses Police Of Cover-Up, And Complicity In Deadly Street Racing Events
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/afriforum-accuses-police-of-cover-up-and-complicity-in-deadly-street-racing-events/
Published: June 12, 2026 15:50
Pretoria – Allegations have surfaced of a possible police cover-up of deadly illegal street races along Steve Biko Road in Gezina, Tshwane. Phillip Bezuidenhout, who was a passenger in a Honda Ballade involved in a drag race last month, 3 May 2026, died…
South African Stars Share Powerful Youth Day Messages To Inspire Youth To Dream Bigger
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/south-african-stars-share-powerful-youth-day-messages-to-inspire-youth-to-dream-bigger/
Published: June 12, 2026 14:23
Johannesburg – Ahead of Youth Day commemorations on Tuesday, 16 June 2026, some of the country’s most recognisable personalities have honoured the courage and sacrifice of the class of 1976. Looking back all those years before democracy in 1994, the…
amaNdebele King Makhosoke II Honoured With Special Official Funeral Category 1
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/amandebele-king-makhosoke-ii-honoured-with-special-official-funeral-category-1/
Published: June 12, 2026 13:04
President – President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that the late King Makhosoke II – Enock Makhosoke Mabhena – of the amaNdebele Nation will be honoured with a Special Official Funeral Category 1, with military honours. The funeral will take place on…
Settebello Brings Back Its Iconic La Ciccia Experience With ‘The Butcher’s Table’
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/settebello-brings-back-its-iconic-la-ciccia-experience-with-the-butchers-table/
Published: June 12, 2026 08:47
The nine-course celebration of Italian meat culture is back on the menu
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Nkabinde Enquiry Refuses To Admit Advocate Shamila Batohi’s Written Submissions
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/nkabinde-enquiry-refuses-to-admit-advocate-shamila-batohis-written-submissions/
Published: June 12, 2026 08:23
Pretoria – The Panel of the Nkabinde Enquiry into the Fitness of Advocate Andrew Chauke to Hold the Office of Director of Public Prosecutions has declined the request by Advocate Shamila Batohi to admit her written submissions into the record. Advocate…
The Hidden Environmental Impact Of Everyday Technology
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/the-hidden-environmental-impact-of-everyday-technology/
Published: June 12, 2026 07:56
Epson explores the often-overlooked impact of everyday printing
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WATCH: Madlanga Commission Grill Traffic Chief Mashaba About ‘WhatsApp Chats’
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/watch-madlanga-commission-grill-traffic-chief-mashaba-over-drug-bust/
Published: June 12, 2026 07:31
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South Africa’s Architecture Practice Hubo Studio Wins 2 Global Architizer A+Awards
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/south-africas-architecture-practice-hubo-studio-wins-2-global-architizer-aawards/
Published: June 12, 2026 06:44
Johannesburg – Hubo Studio has won two prestigious Architizer A+Awards, marking an extraordinary achievement for South African architecture on the global stage. The Johannesburg-based architecture practice, Hubo Studio’s Redhill Early Learning Centre, was…
FIFA World Cup 2026: Bafana Lose 0-2 To Hosts Mexico, But Fans Urged To ‘Keep Dream Alive’
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/12/fifa-world-cup-2026-bafana-lose-0-2-to-hosts-mexico-but-fans-urged-to-keep-dream-alive/
Published: June 12, 2026 04:52
Johannesburg – The South African government has urged fans to don the Bafana Bafana jersey today, Friday, 12 June 2026, despite the 2-0 loss to Mexico in their Opening game. The 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicked off on Thursday night with a dazzling…
Mahikeng Ministers Fellowship Holds Prayer Service Against Xenophobia
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/11/mahikeng-ministers-fellowship-holds-prayer-service-against-xenophobia/
Published: June 11, 2026 15:46
Mahikeng – The Mahikeng Ministers Fellowship (MMF) has announced a “Watchmen of the City of Goodwill Prayer Service” against xenophobia. The service has been scheduled for tomorrow, Friday, 12 June 2026, from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. In a statement made available…
SA Gains Global Recognition As Time Out Ranks Cape Town Among World’s Best Food Cities
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/11/sa-gains-global-recognition-as-time-out-ranks-cape-town-among-worlds-best-food-cities/
Published: June 11, 2026 14:31
Cape Town – South Africa’s food, culture, and creative sectors are enjoying growing global recognition. A series of recent Time Out rankings highlights the country’s growing influence as a destination for world-class dining, creativity, and lifestyle…
Hundreds Of Nigerians Leave South Africa Voluntarily Amid Anti-Immigrant Sentiment
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/11/hundreds-of-nigerians-leave-south-africa-voluntarily-amid-anti-immigrant-sentiment/
Published: June 11, 2026 12:57
Johannesburg – Hundreds of Nigerians have voluntarily left South Africa amid anti-immigrant protests. Commenting on the matter on Thursday, 11 June 1026, the Department of Home Affairs stated that “it has processed 586 Nigerian nationals for repatriation…
Starbucks Parkhurst Donates 100 Reusables To Bet On Better
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/11/starbucks-parkhurst-donates-100-reusables-to-bet-on-better/
Published: June 11, 2026 11:38
Johannesburg – When Starbucks Parkhurst donated 100 reusable items to the Bet on Better NPO after the community walk on 10 May, founder Nanine Levitz wasn’t thinking about what was given. She was thinking about hands. In Groot Marico, winter mornings bite.…
Rosatom Begins Construction Of World’s First Export Small Modular Nuclear Power Plant
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/11/rosatom-begins-construction-of-worlds-first-export-small-modular-nuclear-power-plant/
Published: June 11, 2026 08:51
The implementation of the world’s first export SMR project in Uzbekistan gives South Africa the opportunity to study the practical aspects of constructing small modular reactors
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WATCH: Chief Mashaba Testimony At Madlanga Commission
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/11/watch-chief-mashaba-testimony-at-madlanga-commission/
Published: June 11, 2026 07:48
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If You Knew What Was Inside Your Packaged Food, Would You Still Choose To Buy?
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/11/if-you-knew-what-was-inside-your-packaged-food-would-you-still-choose-to-buy/
Published: June 11, 2026 07:42
Johannesburg – Every day, millions of South Africans make decisions about what to feed themselves and their families. They compare prices, choose trusted brands, pack lunchboxes, prepare dinners, and try to make the best choices they can. But what if the…
World Cup 2026 Kick Off: Mexico To Host South Africa In Historic Azteca Opener
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/11/world-cup-2026-kick-off-mexico-to-host-south-africa-in-historic-azteca-opener/
Published: June 11, 2026 07:12
The countdown comes amid fanfare and controversy
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AI Solution: Cape Forum Warns Stellenbosch Policy Risks Language Inequality
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/11/ai-solution-cape-forum-warns-stellenbosch-policy-risks-language-inequality/
Published: June 11, 2026 04:34
Stellenbosch – The Cape Forum has cautioned that Stellenbosch University’s draft language policy for 2026 could deepen existing inequalities. The civil society organisation has raised concerns about the entrenchment of English as the default language while…
AutoTrader Gives SA Car Dealers Listing Visibility Through ChatGPT Integration
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/10/autotrader-gives-sa-car-dealers-listing-visibility-through-chatgpt-integration/
Published: June 10, 2026 17:54
Johannesburg – AutoTrader, South Africa’s leading automotive marketplace, is expanding how dealers connect with in-market car buyers through a first-of-its-kind integration with ChatGPT, named AutoTraderGPT. As the first automotive marketplace in South…
South African Digital Entertainer Kevin Mokone Continues His Phenomenal Rise
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/10/south-african-digital-entertainer-kevin-mokone-continues-his-phenomenal-rise/
Published: June 10, 2026 17:30
With more than two million followers across social media platforms, he is known for creating entertaining and relatable content that includes dance, music, comedy, and storytelling
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Higher Education And Training Dept Kicks Off Sector-Wide Engagements With Advtech Visit
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/10/higher-education-and-training-dept-kicks-off-sector-wide-engagements-with-advtech-visit/
Published: June 10, 2026 16:28
These engagements could lead to Emeris and Rosebank International colleges achieving university status
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Young SA Racer Aashay Nagura Gains Valuable Experience In Back-To-Back Racing In The UK
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/10/young-sa-racer-aashay-nagura-gains-valuable-experience-in-back-to-back-racing-in-the-uk/
Published: June 10, 2026 16:00
Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth) – At just 14 years old, Gqeberha-born karting driver Aashay Nagura continues to prove why he is regarded as one of South Africa’s most exciting young motorsport prospects. He recently took part in an intense and…
City Of Tshwane Welcomes Court’s Striking Down Eskom Licence Amendment
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/10/city-of-tshwane-welcomes-courts-striking-down-eskom-licence-amendment/
Published: June 10, 2026 14:58
Pretoria – The City of Tshwane says it is “elated to announce” that the Gauteng North Division of the High Court has set aside the National Energy Regulator of South Africa’s (NERSA) decision to amend Eskom’s electricity distribution licence to include the…
This Football Month, Let Sony Turn Your Living Room Into A Stadium
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/10/this-football-month-let-sony-turn-your-living-room-into-a-stadium/
Published: June 10, 2026 14:06
Johannesburg – There is a particular kind of South African magic that happens when the world’s biggest football tournament arrives. Couches are crammed. The neighbours and friends have arrived with camp chairs. Everyone’s eyes are glued to the Sony BRAVIA…
Air Canada Pilot Flew Over 900 Flights With Fake Captain’s Licence For Nearly 17 Years
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/10/air-canada-pilot-flew-over-900-flights-with-fake-captains-licence-for-nearly-17-years/
Published: June 10, 2026 12:47
Ottawa- In a case that authorities have compared to a movie script, a former Air Canada captain stands accused of commanding hundreds of commercial flights carrying tens of thousands of passengers without the required captain’s license for almost two…
WATCH: Madlanga Commission Resumes After ‘Witness I’ Consults For 3 Hours
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/10/watch-madlanga-commission-resumes-after-witness-i-consults-for-3-hours/
Published: June 10, 2026 09:30
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Jetsetting With Janet Launches Immersive Culinary Experience
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/10/jetsetting-with-janet-launches-immersive-culinary-experience/
Published: June 10, 2026 07:01
An evening of connection, culture and culinary discovery
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Joburg: Gunmen Fatally Shoot 12 In The Middle Of The Night In Cleaveland, 9 Others Wounded
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/10/joburg-gunmen-fatally-shoot-12-in-the-middle-of-the-night-in-cleaveland-9-others-wounded/
Published: June 10, 2026 06:23
Johannesburg – The Provincial Commissioner of Gauteng , Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni, is on his way to the shocking crime scene where 12 people were shot dead by a group of gunmen in Cleveland, on the East Rand Police are investigating the mass…
Lalala Mswane On How She’s Getting Ready To Take On Tropika Island Of Treasure
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/09/lalala-mswane-on-how-shes-getting-ready-to-take-on-tropika-island-of-treasure/
Published: June 9, 2026 18:22
Johannesburg – Former Miss South Africa and Miss Supranational winner, Lalela Mswane, is set to bring her signature blend of grace, grit, and resilience to the 12th season of Tropika Island of Treasure, as she prepares to compete on the stunning shores of…
ANC Mourns Passing Of Ndebele Monarch Makhosonke II
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/09/anc-mourns-passing-of-ndebele-monarch-makhosonke-ii/
Published: June 9, 2026 18:07
Public Service Commission pays tribute to the monarch who died at 65 after 40 years on the throne
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Breaking Down Borders TV Series Wins International Telly Award
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/09/breaking-down-borders-tv-series-wins-international-telly-award/
Published: June 9, 2026 13:26
Johannesburg – The groundbreaking South African travelogue series, Breaking Down Borders Africa, has been awarded a silver international Telly Award in the Best Travel and Tourism Television Series category. The announcement was made last week as the Telly…
Tiger Brands Powers Ahead With Renewable Energy Rollout
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/09/tiger-brands-powers-ahead-with-renewable-energy-rollout/
Published: June 9, 2026 12:58
Seven manufacturing sites are already generating solar energy, supporting the company’s commitment to renewable energy and environmental stewardship
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President Ramaphosa Mourns Passing Of AmaNdebele King Makhosonke II
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/09/president-ramaphosa-mourns-passing-of-amandebele-king-makhosonke-ii/
Published: June 9, 2026 10:07
Mbombela (Nelspruit) – King Makhosonke II of the amaNdebele Nation has passed away. Announcing the king’s death, President Cyril Ramaphosa said: “It is with deep sadness that I mourn the passing away today, Tuesday, 9 June 2026, of His Majesty King…
Ebola Outbreak: Uganda Reports 19 Cumulative Cases, No New Cases In Last 24 Hours
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/09/ebola-outbreak-uganda-reports-19-cumulative-cases-no-new-cases-in-last-24-hours/
Published: June 9, 2026 08:50
Addis Ababa – The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) says Uganda has reported 19 cumulative cases of Ebola and no new confirmed cases in the last 24 hours. “As of 8 June 2026, the Bundibugyo Virus Disease outbreak in the…
Crocodile River Tragedy: Deceased Identified As Godfrey Khoza And Vigo Khoza
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/09/crocodile-river-tragedy-deceased-identified-as-godfrey-khoza-and-vigo-khoza/
Published: June 9, 2026 07:54
Mbombela (Nelspruit) – Police have identified the deceased man and woman, found inside an Haval SUV that had plunged into the Crocodile River, as Godfrey Khoza and Vigo Khoza. Witnesses alerted police in the early hours of Sunday, 7 June 2026, after they…
WATCH: IPID Assistant Director Thulani Magagula Testifies At Madlanga Commission
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/09/watch-ipid-assistant-director-thulani-magagula-testifies-at-madlanga-commission/
Published: June 9, 2026 07:42
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Financial Squeeze Makes It Time To Bust Debt Counselling Myths
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/09/financial-squeeze-makes-it-time-to-bust-debt-counselling-myths/
Published: June 9, 2026 04:41
Johannesburg – South African consumers are facing significant financial pressure amid a perfect storm of rising interest rates and inflation, driven by higher fuel, municipal tariffs, electricity, and insurance costs. In late May, the SA Reserve Bank’s…
Medicare24 Dodgy R360M Tender: 5 More Police Officers Suspended In ‘Web Of Deceit’
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/09/medicare24-dodgy-r360m-tender-5-more-police-officers-suspended-in-web-of-deceit/
Published: June 9, 2026 03:54
Last week, nine police officers from the Bid Evaluation Committee were suspended for allegedly overlooking anomalies when they enabled the awarding of the tender
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EFF Leader Malema Goes Back To Court To Press For Ngizwe Mchunu’s Arrest
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/08/eff-leader-malema-goes-back-to-court-to-press-for-ngizwe-mchunus-arrest/
Published: June 8, 2026 18:40
Pretoria – Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has filed an urgent contempt of court application in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, against Ngizwe Mchunu, the leader of the anti-immigrant group Amabhinca Nation. The application seeks…
Real Madrid: Florentino Pérez Wins Elections For Club President
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/08/real-madrid-florentino-perez-wins-elections-for-president/
Published: June 8, 2026 17:10
Madrid – The Electoral Board of Real Madrid has announced that, with 100% of the in-person and mail-in votes counted, the candidacy led by Florentino Pérez has won the elections for President of Real Madrid. Pérez received 21 741 votes, representing 65%.…
Cyber Attack Disrupts AVBOB Funeral Services’ Digital Platforms
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/08/cyber-attack-disrupts-avbob-funeral-services-digital-platforms/
Published: June 8, 2026 16:40
Johannesburg – AVBOB Funeral Services has confirmed that a recent disruption to its digital platforms and services was caused by external malicious actors. The company is treating the incident as a serious cyber attack and has mobilized technical teams and…
New App Provides Hope For Effective Eradication Of Illegal Fishing Activities
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/08/new-app-provides-hope-for-effective-eradication-of-illegal-fishing-activities/
Published: June 8, 2026 16:02
Johannesburg – Illegal gillnetting activities are on a steep rise in South Africa, with the reported number of incidents being estimated at more than eight times higher than it was 10 years ago. In many cases, gillnetters are not working in isolation.…
Gautrain Marks 16 Years Of Service: Over 216 Million Passenger Trips And Counting
https://thebulrushes.com/2026/06/08/gautrain-marks-16-years-of-service-over-216-million-passenger-trips-and-counting/
Published: June 8, 2026 14:25
Johannesburg – Gautrain today marks 16 years since its launch on 8 June 2010. The milestone reaffirms Gautrain’s position as one of South Africa’s most successful and transformative public infrastructure investments. Since its inception, the rapid rail…