ARTICLES RELATING TO PRETORIA

Waterkloof probe damage control - DA

2013-05-19 22:19

The probe into the Waterkloof debacle was a crafted damage control exercise to protect President Jacob Zuma and members of his Cabinet from the political fallout, the DA says.

Waterkloof: Zuma, ministers not involved

2013-05-19 15:36
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President Jacob Zuma and his Cabinet had no involvement in the landing of a privately chartered plane at the Waterkloof Air Force Base, Justice Minister Jeff Radebe says.

Bulls power past Highlanders

2013-05-18 18:59
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The Bulls have powered their way past the Highlanders in their Super Rugby encounter at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.

Endangered SA frogs get luxury suite

2013-05-17 12:02

The Pretoria zoo is going to start a breeding programme with 10 critically endangered Pickersgill's Reed Frogs to help save them from extinction.

Millions swindled from luxury estate

2013-05-17 09:11

The accountant for Silver Lakes Estate, in Pretoria, has been fired for alleged fraud thought to involve more than R7m, a report says.

Gupta probe findings 'will be released'

2013-05-16 14:46
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There will be no attempt to keep secret a report into the illegal landing of a jet chartered by the Gupta family at Waterkloof Air Force Base, acting Minister in the Presidency Edna Molewa says.

Team to probe Gauteng bullying attack

2013-05-16 13:56

The Gauteng education department says an independent team will investigate bullying at a school north of Pretoria, after an 11-year-old boy had to be hospitalised.

Ludeke happy with depth

2013-05-16 10:04

Bulls coach Frans Ludeke is happy with the depth at his disposal as the Super Ruby season enters a critical phase.

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Henning case postponed

2013-05-16 09:11

The trial of two men who allegedly killed Pretoria mother Chanelle Henning was postponed in the High Court in Pretoria until July 1. Watch.

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Henning: State wrapping up case

2013-05-15 17:04

The trial of two men accused of plotting the murder of Pretoria mother Chanelle Henning, has been postponed, as the State says it is close to concluding its case against the men.

Suspended top cop back at work

2013-05-15 13:20

Gauteng deputy police commissioner Major General Phumza Gela is back at work despite his suspension, the SA Policing Union says.

Hougaard back for Spies' 100th

2013-05-15 07:51
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Francois Hougaard is set to be included in the Bulls starting XV for their clash against the Highlanders, according to a report.

Deadline for Gupta report

2013-05-14 16:10

A probe by directors general into the unauthorised landing of a privately-chartered plane at Waterkloof Air Force Base is expected to be completed soon.

Diplomatic unit makes case against cyclist

2013-05-14 14:24
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The SA diplomatic policing unit has lodged a case against a Pretoria cyclist following a roadside assault which was posted on YouTube.

Pybus again eyes Titans job

2013-05-14 09:02

Former Titans coach Richard Pybus could return to the franchise for a third time, a report indicates.

Death during mob justice incident probed

2013-05-13 20:27

The Independent Police Investigative Directorate is probing the accidental killing of a 1-year-old baby, after the child was struck by a ricocheted bullet allegedly fired by police during a mob justice incident.

3 held for Pretoria armed robbery

2013-05-13 19:05

Three men have been arrested after they allegedly robbed a branch of Debonairs Pizza in Pretoria.

Cyclist assaulted by diplomatic motorcade

2013-05-13 15:27
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A video clip has been posted to YouTube showing a Pretoria cyclist being manhandled in a roadside scuffle, apparently by a diplomat's security guards.

Beware bye complacency, Bulls

2013-05-13 13:09

Over-confidence after their bye seems the only notable obstacle to another Bulls win against the Highlanders at Loftus.

Baby killed by police bullet

2013-05-13 07:39

A baby has died and its mother is injured after being hit by a ricocheted bullet allegedly fired by police in Pretoria, Gauteng police say.

Uproar over top cop's 'sexist' remarks

2013-05-10 22:13
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The SA Policing Union has demanded an apology from Gauteng police chief Lieutenant General Mzwandile Petros for purported sexist remarks.

Metro cops suspended in Gupta case

2013-05-10 14:07

The Tshwane metro has officially suspended eight police officers for allegedly escorting and providing unofficial security to Gupta wedding guests, while another three are facing suspension.

Tshwane contests street names ruling

2013-05-10 10:32

The Tshwane metro is seeking leave to appeal a court order instructing it to restore the city's old street names pending the finalisation of an adjudication process, according to a report.

Metro cops to brief media on Guptas

2013-05-10 07:28

The Tshwane metro police will brief the media on the alleged involvement of some of its officers in escorting Gupta wedding guests from Waterkloof Air Force Base to Sun City.

Man out on bail after shooting vagrant

2013-05-09 18:33

A man, who allegedly shot and killed a vagrant after a smash-and-grab robbery, has been released on bail by the Pretoria Magistrate's Court.

 

Unclear if Guptas will be charged

2013-05-19 21:34

The police and NPA are responsible for deciding whether the Gupta family would be prosecuted for the irregular landing of their plane at Waterkloof Air Force Base, Justice Minister Jeff Radebe says.

False information led to Waterkloof OK

2013-05-19 14:36
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The Waterkloof Air Force base, where a plane full of Gupta wedding guests arrived, is not not a national key point, but landing rights were based on false information, says Justice Minister Jeff Radebe.

Bulls look to retain momentum

2013-05-17 12:25

With only six matches left for the Bulls in the round-robin phase, the team can ill-afford any slip-ups ahead of the playoffs.

Stats no issue for Ludeke

2013-05-17 10:03

Bulls head coach Frans Ludeke is not worried about their dismal Super Rugby record against the Highlanders.

Woman killed by minibus

2013-05-16 17:07

A pedestrian has been killed in an accident near Pretoria.

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State of the SA army

2013-05-16 14:00

A limited budget, ageing troops and a shortage of new recruits are some of the issues facing the South African Defence Force. Watch.

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SA Army's financial woes

2013-05-16 13:56
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Budgetary constraints have crippled the SA Army in its attempts to fulfil national and international obligations, army chief Lieutenant General Vusimuzi Masondo says.

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Ministers are still not ready to reveal what their investigation has uncovered but they have now confirmed that they will make the findings public. Watch.

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Henning suspect's assets to be seized

2013-05-15 22:20

A forfeiture order against one of the men accused of Pretoria mother Chanelle Henning's murder has been granted on Wednesday, the NPA says.

AfriForum to oppose street names appeal

2013-05-15 15:57

The civil rights group, AfriForum, will oppose the Tshwane metro's application for leave to appeal an order instructing it to restore Pretoria's old street names.

Bulls welcome back Hougaard

2013-05-15 12:44
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The Bulls have made five changes to their team to face the Highlanders in their Super Rugby match at Loftus Versfeld.

Pretoria cops probe cyclist assault

2013-05-14 22:09

Charges of assault and reckless driving laid by Pretoria cyclist Hein van der Merwe are being investigated, police say.

Pretoria cop arrested for rape

2013-05-14 14:24

A warrant officer arrested for allegedly raping a teenage girl in Mamelodi, north of Pretoria, is to appear in the Mamelodi West Magistrate's Court.

Dad blames husband for Henning's murder

2013-05-14 14:24

Chanelle Henning's father believes her estranged husband Nico is the only person who could have benefited from her murder, the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has heard.

Monye lamented reputation - testimony

2013-05-13 21:47

Former Nigerian Olympic athlete Ambrose Monye lamented that his name always came up when a Nigerian was mentioned in a murder, the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has heard.

Media heads to ConCourt over Refugee Act

2013-05-13 20:26

Argument on sections of the law on the confidentiality of asylum applications, will be heard in the Constitutional Court.

Department: Newspaper out to get Pule

2013-05-13 15:27

Allegations in The Sunday Times of extravagant spending by Communications Minister Dina Pule will not stick, the department says.

No proof that Gouws was paid for murder

2013-05-13 14:10

There is no proof that Andre Gouws gained any financial advantage from the murder of Pretoria mother Chanelle Henning, a police expert has told the North Gauteng High Court.

Finger rules out Kirchner

2013-05-13 12:02

Bulls fullback Zane Kirchner has been ruled out of this weekend’s Super Rugby clash against the Highlanders at Loftus Versfeld.

SA hopes lie squarely with Bulls

2013-05-11 09:59
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South Africa’s challenge in Super Rugby 2013 is shrinking at a rate of knots: it’s probably all up to the Bulls now.

Gupta probe will be 'rapid and just'

2013-05-10 14:43

A probe into 11 Tshwane metro police officers accused of escorting and providing unofficial security to Gupta wedding guests will be rapid and just, an official says.

11 metro cops probed in Gupta case

2013-05-10 11:43

The Tshwane metro police say another two officers are being investigated for allegedly escorting Gupta wedding guests from Waterkloof Air Force Base to Sun City last week.

New Gauteng station commanders appointed

2013-05-10 10:32

Fourteen new Gauteng police station commanders have been appointed.

Farm attacks worst in Gauteng - study

2013-05-09 21:06
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Gauteng is the most dangerous province in the country in terms of farm attacks, according to a new book.

Charges against striking soldiers dropped

2013-05-09 08:45

Charges against 72 of the SANDF soldiers who participated in an illegal march to the Union Buildings in 2009 have been withdrawn, according to a report.

 
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