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Six Nigerians (in white) were extradited to the United States of America for their alleged involvement in romance scams targeting more than 100 US women. The process was facilitated by the Hawks and INTERPOL South Africa.
ROMANCE SCAMS

Inside the alleged R100m Black Axe laundering pipeline

The victims sent the money. What happened next reveals the sophisticated network behind the scam.

  • Gcwalisile Khanyile
5 min read
The R1 billion chaired by retired Chief Justice Raymond Zondo has failed to yield significant progress in tackling state capture cases.
MADLANGA COMMISSION

Madlanga vs Zondo: Fast-tracking justice after years of slow crawl

The Madlanga Commission is moving quickly to address state capture allegations, contrasting sharply with the slow implementation of the Zondo Commission's recommendations.…

  • Rapula Moatshe
4 min read
Various stakeholders led by the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications conducted three-day high-impact surprise raids this week in the Joburg CBD to seize unsafe goods and hold non-compliant traders accountable.
ILLICIT ECONOMY

Why surprise raids alone can't dent illicit goods market in South Africa

Illicit markets in South Africa are costing the economy billions annually.

  • Rapula Moatshe
4 min read