WATCH LIVE as Gambakwe reveals more details on the role of Chiwenga in the upcoming 31 July protests which are being organised by Sungani yevanhu. Gambakwe explains that there should be no doubt regarding who will take over if Mnangagwa is removed as Chiwenga is next in line.
South Africa’s Labour Shortage
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Foreign workers have left, causing severe shortages in farming and construction—most work has stopped there.
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Many households still hire undocumented domestic workers (maids, gardeners) because South Africans won’t do these jobs and permits don’t exist for them.
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Landlords are struggling, delivery companies are struggling, and trucking firms are moving to Mozambique.
Key Event Today
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Zimbabwe police banned a planned march for July 31.
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Caston Matewu’s mother will be buried in Marondera on July 31.
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Nothabo Zandile Tshuma’s family refuses to talk with the other family about burial plans.
Africa
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A South African court permanently seized R326 million in luxury assets from businessman Hangwani Morgan Maumela.
Business
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Mutare council released its half-year report.
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A new South African app called askMandla was created to help manage domestic workers.
Bloggers
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Zimbabwean musician King Alfa and his family in Kwekwe suffered multiple home invasions.
Corruption Case (Emfuleni Municipality)
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Former fleet manager Lerato Mpholo (42) was arrested for a tender scam.
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He appeared in court in Vanderbijlpark.
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Accountant Martha Rantsou had flagged the deal in March, then was murdered in April—police say the tender fraud is linked to what she reported.
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Mpholo signed for 18 vehicles, but only 7 trucks were delivered (some had problems). His assistant signed for all, even though 11 never arrived.
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The municipality lost over R16 million:
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R8.76 million for undelivered trucks.
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R2.85 million overpaid for graders.
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R1.8 million for failed warranty/service packages on graders.
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Four missing vehicles were found registered to other companies.
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A forensic audit named Mpholo as the main figure in breaking procurement rules and pressuring staff.
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The council recommended charges against Mpholo, his assistant, and a supplier.
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A DA politician welcomed the arrest but said Mpholo wasn’t acting alone.
