Mashudu Sadike

Senior Journalist

Budget 3. 0 torched as anti-poor, no confidence vote looms

Ashley Lechman and Mashudu Sadike|Published

Will Budget 3. 0 address South Africa's economic challenges, or is it a betrayal of the poor? As opposition parties gear up for a no confidence vote, the debate ...

ANC Greater Johannesburg Region prepares for crucial elective conference amid challenges

Mashudu Sadike|Published

As the ANC Greater Johannesburg Region gears up for a pivotal elective conference, Regional Secretary Sasabona Manganye reveals the challenges faced and the strategies ...

City admits expansion of blue lights & bodyguards irregular

Thabo Makwakwa and Mashudu Sadike|Published

The City of Johannesburg faces a major setback as court rules its R3 million monthly VIP protection services unconstitutional … the city admits defeat and acknowledges ...

Six years on: justice eludes victims of the VBS Bank scandal

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Six years after the VBS Mutual Bank looting scandal, victims continue to suffer as justice remains elusive, despite explosive revelations from the convicted former ...

SCA declares R60 million defence tender unlawful

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Supreme Court of Appeal invalidates R60 million tender awarded to Zeal Health Innovations, citing unlawful commitments by the Department of Defence and Military ...

ANC and DA clash over controversial SABC Bill withdrawal

Mashudu Sadike|Published

A heated dispute has erupted between the ANC-led Government of National Unity and the DA over the withdrawal of the contentious SABC Bill by Communications Minister ...

Mashatile’s presidential ambitions challenged amid spat

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s ambitions for the presidency are challenged by a public disagreement with ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, raising questions ...

Bapedi Kingdom condemns delays in Sekhukhune Mining University project

Mashudu Sadike|Published

William Maphutha, head of Education for the Bapedi Kingdom, criticises the delays in establishing a Mining University in Sekhukhune, promising accountability for ...

Constitutional Court interim relief to the blind and visually impaired in copyright matter

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The CAB, which was approved by both Houses of Parliament on 29 February this year, aimed to include an exception to copyright that would benefit not only the blind ...

New era for the Balobedu Royal Nation as Queen Masalanabo Modjadji VII officially recognised

Mashudu Sadike|Published

This recognition is a significant milestone for the Balobedu Royal Nation and the preservation of their cultural heritage and paves the way for her coronation next ...

Hani’s widow, vows to uncover ‘his real killers’

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The SACP, along with Hani's family, has expressed dissatisfaction with the government's handling of Walus's deportation, saying that it “rubs salt into the family's ...

Ramaphosa’s presidency still in the balance

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Allegations of corruption and misconduct against the president

I am the prime minister of the Bapedi nation - former Limpopo premier Ramathlodi

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Former Limpopo premier Ngoako Ramathlodi has accepted the role of the first-ever prime minister of the Bapedi nation, despite criticism from some royal council members. ...

Bapedi nation divided over appointment of Advocate Ngoako Ramathlodi as prime minister

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Bapedi Nation faces internal conflict after the controversial appointment of Advocate Ngoako Ramathlodi as its first prime minister, raising questions about the ...

Parliament’s decision on Ramaphosa’s impeachment under scrutiny

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The Constitutional Court’s decision on the EFF and ATM’s application regarding President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala scandal could reshape South African governance. ...

State to call 23 witnesses in Phala Phala theft trial to uncover truth behind $580 000 heist

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The three are accused of stealing $580 000 from Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm in 2020.

ATM accuses ANC of targeting Mapisa-Nqakula over Phala Phala investigation

Mashudu Sadike|Published

ATM claims ANC is punishing former Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula for her impartiality in the Phala Phala investigation, as EFF and ATM prepare to challenge the ...

Cyril Ramaphosa faces dual court battles

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Cyril Ramaphosa is set to face significant legal challenges this week as the EFF takes him to the Constitutional Court over the Phala Phala scandal, while SECTION27 ...

Malema dismisses Ndlozi departure rumours as ‘shebeen gossip’, lays it out on detractors, attacks Zuma

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Julius Malema refutes claims that EFF member Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has been barred from the upcoming National People’s Assembly, labelling the rumours as mere gossip. ...

Malema: EFF not a dictatorship, detractors are free to leave

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Julius Malema responds to critics as EFF faces significant challenges ahead of its upcoming conference.

Women survives leopard attack

Mashudu Sadike|Published

She has defied expectations at every turn

Another child rushed to hospital after SA declares foodborne illnesses a national disaster

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The community of Diepkloof in Soweto is once again up in arms following another tragic incident of a child consuming snacks at a local spaza shop.

Lesufi warns against foreign registration of spaza shops

Kamogelo Moichela and Mashudu Sadike|Published

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi issues a stern warning against South Africans registering spaza shops for foreigners, highlighting the importance of local businesses ...

Court Ruling allows emergency workers to aid trapped miners

Mashudu Sadike|Published

As the South African Human Rights Commission investigates police actions, the Gauteng High Court has ruled that emergency workers must be allowed access to assist ...

EFF Slams SAFA president Danny Jordaan over fraud allegations after arrest

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The EFF has long accused Jordaan of being a corrupt ANC-deployee, lacking expertise in football or sports.