Friday, 18 September 2026

The episode focused on the firing of EMPD chief Julius Mkwanazi, escalating pressure over Ekurhuleni’s murdered women, and whether financial crime systems are failing South Africa.

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15:24
Ekurhuleni fired EMPD chief Julius Mkwanazi after a delayed disciplinary process, costing him his job and pension benefits while he faces five criminal cases.
16:15
Acting Police Minister Feroz Cachalia announced a multidisciplinary investigative team, high-visibility operations and a reward, while acknowledging Kempton Park police station needs urgent attention.
15:53
Men, religious leaders, political parties and civil society marched in Kempton Park, handing over demands and giving the local police station seven days to respond.
17:17
Financial crime expert Ismail Mamoniat said South Africa’s reporting chain is failing: roughly 500,000 suspicious transaction reports a year can stall between banks, the FIC and law enforcement.
15:04
Three Durban homes and three cars were swept away by mudslides during a level six weather warning; 14 people were displaced, but no injuries or fatalities were reported.

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