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Serhat Cirahan arrived in Cape Town on Saturday,ready to continue his honeymoon with wife,Bahar,after travelling from Namibia,but was denied entry into the country due to his refugee status.
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Swiss couple’s honeymoon grounded as ‘refugee status’ sparks visa dispute in Cape Town
- A Swiss couple’s honeymoon in Cape Town was disrupted when the husband,holding a Swiss refugee travel document,was denied entry due to visa requirements.
- The couple claims they were detained in unsanitary conditions at the airport and became ill,alleging poor hygiene,limited facilities,and inadequate medical attention.
- Border authorities stated that the husband’s travel document did not qualify for visa exemption,requiring a pre-approved visa,and that the airline is responsible for the couple’s welfare during detention.
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An accident on the N3 highway in KwaZulu-Natal has left eight people dead.
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Minibus taxi,truck crash on N3 in KZN leaves 8 people dead
- A minibus taxi and a truck collided on the N3 highway in KwaZulu-Natal,killing eight people.
- Six injured people were transported to a hospital in Harrismith.
- The accident caused lane closures and traffic disruptions in both directions.
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A police investigator told the Madlanga Commission that Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala claimed he had funded Senzo Mchunu’s ANC campaign and given millions to a top police official.
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Cat Matlala claimed to have paid millions to Mchunu,Sibiya,Shibiri,Khan,says Witness C
- Witness C testified to the Madlanga Commission about tenderpreneur Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala’s claims of paying millions to high-ranking police officials,including deputy national police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya,for protection and assistance.
- Matlala alleged he funded suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s ANC presidential campaign and made cash payments to Sibiya,but became frustrated when Mchunu didn’t prevent investigations into his company.
- Sibiya denied the corrupt relationship,while Matlala also claimed to have close ties with other police officials,including Richard Shibiri and Feroz Khan,allegedly involving cash payments and demands.
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Last year,the Gauteng Education Department commissioned an independent investigation to establish whether there was “a culture of racism” at Pretoria High School for Girls.
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Pretoria Girls ‘racism’ saga: SGB wants punitive costs order against education dept
- The SGB of Pretoria High School for Girls is seeking a court order to compel the Gauteng Education Department to release a report on alleged racism at the school.
- The department argues the court lacks jurisdiction due to a pending PAIA application,while the SGB claims the report is essential for their review application and the PAIA process was abandoned.
- The SGB is also seeking a punitive costs order against the department,alleging their conduct has been abusive and lacking transparency.
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SARS first tried to sequestrate businessman Roy Muleya in 2021.
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Judge backs SARS in first-round victory over tobacco importer’s R188m tax bill
- SARS has won a provisional sequestration order against tobacco importer Roy Muleya,who allegedly owes the agency over R188 million in income and customs tax debts.
- The case stems from a company linked to Muleya’s Afri-Teecee Investments,which was liquidated after importing 30 tonnes of tobacco that “disappeared,” and SARS claims Muleya is liable for the company’s debts.
- The court dismissed Muleya’s arguments,citing his transfer of properties to a family trust after SARS issued a final demand as an act of insolvency,and a final hearing is scheduled for February.
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Marizanne Kapp celebrates after taking the wicket of England’s Amy Jones during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup semi-final at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Wednesday.
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‘I ended up crying’: How ‘worst’ net session of Kapp’s career sparked Proteas history
- Marizanne Kapp overcame a poor net session and emotional distress to deliver a match-winning performance in the World Cup semi-final against England,taking five wickets.
- Kapp’s crucial contribution helped South Africa secure their first-ever appearance in a 50-over World Cup final,marking a significant moment in her 16-year career.
- Kapp credited coach Mandla Mashimbyi’s intervention for helping the team relax and perform at their best,emphasising the importance of experience and a positive mindset in high-pressure situations.
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Black Coffee’s luxury mansion sparks debate on community of property in high-profile divorce
- Black Coffee’s company recently purchased a R157 million mansion in Clifton,Cape Town,raising questions about its impact on his divorce settlement with Enhle Mbali,which was recently finalised.
- Legal experts explain that in community of property marriages,all assets acquired before the final divorce decree are considered joint assets,regardless of separation,and there is no concept of “separate funds.”
- While there are limited legal avenues to protect assets during separation,such as protective orders or restructuring wealth post-divorce,courts generally take a balance-sheet approach to dividing the joint estate,including high-value properties,based on independent valuations.
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