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# ![@MDNnewss Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::897524593044443137.png) @MDNnewss MDN NEWS

MDN NEWS posts on X about breaking news, south africa, murder, van der the most. They currently have XXXXXXX followers and XXX posts still getting attention that total XXXXXXX engagements in the last XX hours.

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**Social topic influence**
[breaking news](/topic/breaking-news) #81, [south africa](/topic/south-africa) #161, [murder](/topic/murder) #187, [van der](/topic/van-der) #27, [bank](/topic/bank) #2883, [united states](/topic/united-states) #5739, [underway](/topic/underway) #62, [ukraine](/topic/ukraine) #524, [defence](/topic/defence) 1.09%, [eswatini](/topic/eswatini) #6

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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last XX hours

"A boy asks his mother if she knows 'woman on top' in the presence of his father"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1949365595922747868)  2025-07-27T07:05Z 337.1K followers, 423.8K engagements


"Cyan Boujee has released a very short video addressing the human trafficking allegations"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1960274730050539995)  2025-08-26T09:34Z 337.1K followers, 2.2M engagements


"Hey @grok in XX hours please pick one random account from the comments that follows us and repost this. The winner will get R1000"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1968942019289501776)  2025-09-19T07:35Z 337.1K followers, 565.1K engagements


"Two women murdered in Soweto Two women were shot and killed in Protea Glen Soweto after going out to celebrate one of them getting a new job. Promise Gadebe (right) was found dead at the scene. Messina Moremi (left) was critically injured with gunshot wounds to the head and later died in the hospital. Police have opened a murder investigation. The incident has caused renewed anger about gender-based violence in South Africa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1991615208758866328)  2025-11-20T21:10Z 337.1K followers, 661.1K engagements


"Tshwane Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya has shut down an establishment known as Ipi Ntombi reportedly operated by Chinese nationals. The mayor said she was alarmed by some of the activities uncovered during the visit prompting immediate closure of the venue"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1993411475747356864)  2025-11-25T20:08Z 337.1K followers, 152.4K engagements


"Breaking news MK Party MP Vusi Shongwe was abducted and forced to withdraw money from his bank account according to the party"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1994399602796363821)  2025-11-28T13:34Z 337.1K followers, 566.8K engagements


"Actress Gcina Mkhize is pleading for assistance as the new owner of her auctioned home continues attempts to evict her and her family. Gcina Mkhizes home was auctioned after she allegedly defaulted on her bond payments but she maintains that the bank acted unlawfully in selling the property"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995094866703884797)  2025-11-30T11:37Z 337.1K followers, 391K engagements


"South Africa to skip 2026 G20 after U.S. blocks participation The government of South Africa has confirmed it will skip participation in next years G20 meetings after being formally excluded by United States authorities. Pretoria says it plans to take a commercial break during the U.S. presidency of the group. The decision follows a harsh public statement by Marco Rubio on Wednesday in which he reiterated that South Africa will not be invited to the U.S.run G20 in 2026. Rubio criticised Pretorias policies alleging that the governments approach to land regulatory and racial-equity issues had"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996582587502837975)  2025-12-04T14:09Z 337.2K followers, 102.3K engagements


"Breaking news Ten people have been shot and killed at Saulsville Hostel in Atteridgeville Gauteng"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997192945012027758)  2025-12-06T06:34Z 337.2K followers, 113.4K engagements


"A look inside Cassper Nyovests Fill Up currently underway at Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997362931651006698)  2025-12-06T17:50Z 337.1K followers, 372.2K engagements


"Zandile Khumalo Kelly Khumalos sister dances with Jub Jubs son. Kelly Khumalo shares the child with Jub Jub"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997571821936517378)  2025-12-07T07:40Z 337.2K followers, 214.7K engagements


"Fikile Mbalula says the United States of America aided by a fringe of right wingers in our country is attacking South Africa and that the administration of Ramaphosa and the ANC must manage the consequences to protect the countrys sovereignty"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997884442069881088)  2025-12-08T04:22Z 337.2K followers, 19.7K engagements


"Suspects identified as police probe into Marius van der Merwe murder deepens Police investigating the murder of whistleblower Madlanga Commission witness Marius van der Merwe have identified three persons of interest and one individual is already being questioned the national police say. Van der Merwe known publicly during the inquiry as Witness D was fatally shot outside his home in Brakpan on X December 2025 in what police say was a targeted hit. The fatal attack came just weeks after he testified at the Commission implicating senior members of the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998071213860524065)  2025-12-08T16:44Z 337.2K followers, 25.2K engagements


"Fiveaccused Russianrecruitment case postponed to February 2026 The case against five South African suspects accused of recruiting compatriots to fight in Russias war in Ukraine has been postponed until XX February 2026. The accused include senior radio presenter Nonkululeko Mantula along with four men Thulani Mazibuko Xolani Ntuli Siphamandla Tshabalala and Sifiso Mabena. They face charges under the Regulation of Foreign Military Assistance Act XX of 1998 which prohibits South Africans from joining foreign armed forces without government permission. Authorities allege the five were part of a"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998075701224759477)  2025-12-08T17:02Z 337.2K followers, 13.1K engagements


"Ramaphosa urges unity as ANC faces internal and alliance tensions ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for party unity amid growing internal divisions and tensions within the Tripartite Alliance warning that these rifts threaten the partys cohesion. Speaking at the ANCs 5th National General Council (NGC) current underway in Ekurhuleni Ramaphosa framed the gathering running from XXX December as a platform for renewal and self-reflection following the partys historic 2024 election losses. The NGC the ANCs second-highest decision-making body is focused on organizational revival ethical"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998277378414403676)  2025-12-09T06:23Z 337.2K followers, 8169 engagements


"SANDF warns soldiers after viral video of female officer undressing The SANDF has issued a statement warning soldiers to conduct themselves properly while wearing their official uniforms and to refrain from making videos and posting them on social media. This comes after a video went viral showing a female soldier dancing while undressing. She removed her uniform exposing her bra then pulled down her trousers revealing her underwear. She even started pulling down her underwear as well but the video cut off before anything more could be seen"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1953365242186015191)  2025-08-07T07:59Z 337.1K followers, 2.2M engagements


"Cyan Boujee showing off her dance moves"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1987787615291215992)  2025-11-10T07:41Z 337.1K followers, 87.3K engagements


"Dineo Ranaka with her boyfriend"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1991054522685202787)  2025-11-19T08:02Z 337.1K followers, 1.3M engagements


"Several families in Bongweni East London are facing a crisis as their homes are being demolished after they were built on privately owned land"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1991109490058686519)  2025-11-19T11:41Z 337.1K followers, 933.3K engagements


"Getaway vehicle recovered in Witness D killing Police have recovered the vehicle allegedly used in the targeted killing of Marius van der Merwe (pictured) known as Witness D at the Madlanga Commission after it was found abandoned in Alexandra. Investigators have identified persons of interest and forensic teams are examining the vehicle as the search for suspects continues"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998108547415163016)  2025-12-08T19:12Z 337.2K followers, 54.4K engagements


"BMA arrests over 8000 illegal entrants in Q2 mostly Basotho nationals The Border Management Authority (BMA) has reported the arrest of 8135 individuals attempting to enter South Africa illegally during the second quarter of the 2025/2026 financial year. BMA Commissioner Dr Michael Masiapato confirmed that the majority of those apprehended were Basotho nationals followed by Mozambican Zimbabwean and Swati citizens. Among the arrests 4092 were undocumented 2061 were classified as inadmissible and 1982 were deemed undesirables. Dr Masiapato noted that the trends reflect longstanding migration"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998126506850099587)  2025-12-08T20:24Z 337.2K followers, 10.3K engagements


"Home break-in captured on security camera"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998278526496276727)  2025-12-09T06:28Z 337.2K followers, 66.7K engagements


"A 27-year-old man died while having sex in Namibia. The woman reportedly called the police at night after her partner died during sexual intercourse. She mentioned that the experience was enjoyable at first but the man made an unusual sound before suddenly going silent. When the police arrived they found the man naked and wearing a condom. There were no signs of injury on his body"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1894681726737109218)  2025-02-26T09:31Z 337.1K followers, 3.8M engagements


"Five new charges added as Shebeshxt case postponed to XX November 2025 The case involving musician Lehlogonolo Shebeshxt Chauke has been postponed to XX November 2025 allowing the defence time to review a series of newly added charges. These include robbery with aggravating circumstances in Mankweng attempted murder in Seshego as well as possession of a firearm assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and negligent discharge of a firearm all linked to incidents in Lebowakgomo. The matter will return to court once the defence has familiarised itself with the expanded docket"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1993331204104376700)  2025-11-25T14:49Z 337.1K followers, 723.1K engagements


"Jazzi Q pours champagne on his watch at Kabza De Smalls 33rd birthday celebration"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1993999706658361476)  2025-11-27T11:05Z 337.1K followers, 472.2K engagements


"A video has emerged showing a woman clapping her partner after he allegedly took her car without her permission. The man who remained calm simply responded Nkosikazi you wont like it. The incident has sparked discussion about how some men also experience mistreatment in relationships but often stay silent due to fear stigma or embarrassment"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1994687646241640468)  2025-11-29T08:39Z 337.2K followers, 1.8M engagements


"It didn't end well for the security guard"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995032045438079113)  2025-11-30T07:28Z 337.1K followers, 50.8K engagements


"Radio host Thuso Motaung captivating the crowd at FNB Stadium during the National Day of Prayer hosted by the Motsepe Foundation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995138459325907023)  2025-11-30T14:30Z 337.1K followers, 92.3K engagements


"Former Minister Lindiwe Zulu (67) is putting in the work at the gym"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996549285329133681)  2025-12-04T11:56Z 337.2K followers, 156.9K engagements


"Breaking news The High Court has cleared suspended Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo to return to work after setting aside a bail condition that had barred him from resuming his duties. The judge ruled that the restriction was imposed without any evidence that Khumalo would interfere with witnesses or compromise investigations. His co-accused Maj-Gen Nosipho Madondo Maj-Gen Josias Lekalakala Brig Phindile Ncube and Brig Dineo Mokwele have also been granted the same relief"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996944562925801653)  2025-12-05T14:07Z 337.2K followers, 65.6K engagements


"Breaking news Witness D a key witness in the Madlanga Commission has been shot dead in the East Rand. #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997034739749081323)  2025-12-05T20:05Z 337.1K followers, 19.2K engagements


"SAPS launch manhunt after assassination of Witness D A high-level police manhunt is underway following the killing of Marius van der Merwe (pictured) known as Witness D in the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Police have confirmed that an AK47 rifle was used in the attack. The National Commissioner of Police General Fannie Masemola is expected to brief Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga on investigative progress as well as outline enhanced protection measures for individuals linked to the inquiry. Specialised units were deployed to the Brakpan scene overnight recovering evidence which authorities"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997224430422946105)  2025-12-06T08:39Z 337.2K followers, 37K engagements


"URGENT: HELP IDENTIFY WANTED SUSPECTS Police are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying three individuals involved in the hijacking and shooting of a BPC supervisor in Mabopane. According to preliminary reports the supervisor was confronted by the suspects who forcibly took his vehicle and shot him before fleeing the scene. They remain at large. Anyone who recognizes these individuals or has information that could aid the investigation is urged to contact authorities immediately at 08600 10111"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997360186986512676)  2025-12-06T17:39Z 337.2K followers, 836.4K engagements


"Breaking news Orlando Pirates have beaten Marumo Gallants XX in extra time to win the 2025 Carling Knockout Cup. #CarlingKnockout #OrlandoPirates"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997376706139635792)  2025-12-06T18:44Z 337.2K followers, 21K engagements


"The Border Management Authority has clarified that the XXX Palestinians who arrived on a chartered flight a few weeks ago were initially denied entry because they failed basic immigration requirements such as proof of accommodation financial means and onward tickets. They were admitted only after an NGO provided guarantees and the Home Affairs Minister issued a directive with the BMA emphasizing it acted strictly within the law. But yesterday Minister Leon Schreiber described the arrival of XXX Palestinians as a "systematic abuse" of South Africa's visa-free travel agreement by external"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997670187676426360)  2025-12-07T14:11Z 337.2K followers, 55.3K engagements


"ANC SG Fikile Mbalula says salaries at Luthuli House including for management and himself have not been paid because staff salaries were prioritized. He adds that at the NGC meeting the NEC will address the issue decisively so it doesnt happen again"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997878296067887256)  2025-12-08T03:57Z 337.2K followers, 39K engagements


"German envoy urges US to rethink South Africas G20 exclusion Germany has entered the growing diplomatic row over the exclusion of South Africa from next years G20 summit as Berlins envoy in Pretoria publicly urged engagement with Washington. Speaking on Newzroom Afrika German Ambassador Andreas Peschke said Berlin was actively engaging the United States after United States confirmed that South Africa will be barred from the 2026 G20 leaders summit in Miami and from the key Sherpas-level meeting scheduled for December. Peschke argued that South Africa which hosted a widely praised G20 summit"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998412474643521948)  2025-12-09T15:20Z 337.2K followers, 51.8K engagements


"Baltasar Ebang Engonga notorious for a series of leaked sex tapes with multiple women has been sentenced to eight years in prison on charges of embezzlement and abuse of office"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1961060060869599587)  2025-08-28T13:35Z 337.1K followers, 781.1K engagements


"Cindy Makhathini crashed her Omoda car into a Sasol garage on last night but maintains she was sober. According to her the breathalyzer showed no trace of alcohol. While her car suffered only slight damage the garage was significantly affected. She added that a baby was in the car after a long drive"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1972190845366341794)  2025-09-28T06:45Z 337.1K followers, 288K engagements


"Breaking news President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Ms Angie Motshekga as Acting President of South Africa while he and Deputy President are both abroad"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1975957805564826045)  2025-10-08T16:13Z 337.1K followers, 722K engagements


"An audio recording allegedly captures Vusimuzi Cat Matlala threatening to expose Police Minister Senzo Mchunu following the cancellation of his R360 million SAPS contract. #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1983901139469849011)  2025-10-30T14:17Z 337.1K followers, 140.4K engagements


"Murdah Bongz and his wife DJ Zinhle bought a house for Murdah Bongzs parents"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995105337150435428)  2025-11-30T12:19Z 337.1K followers, 1.5M engagements


"Breaking news Two men believed to have been acting as escorts for alleged crime kingpin Katiso Molefe (pictured) have been arrested after being found carrying firearms without valid permits reportedly while accompanying him to court. This comes against the backdrop of Molefes ongoing legal saga in which prosecutors have linked weapons seized in previous operations to at least XX murders and attempted murders"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996170050777096555)  2025-12-03T10:50Z 337.1K followers, 74.4K engagements


"The commission has rejected the brown envelope submitted by Senzo Mchunu which he said contained the names of individuals who had complained about PKTT members and he urged the commission to consult with the complainants directly. #MadlangaComission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996557275591503879)  2025-12-04T12:28Z 337.1K followers, 127.8K engagements


"Cyan Boujee and her man in the pool.🔥🔥❤"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1799865464840946160)  2024-06-09T18:05Z 337.1K followers, 19.8M engagements


"Sbahle Mpisane working out alongside her personal trainer"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1951658017734504875)  2025-08-02T14:55Z 337.2K followers, 348.1K engagements


"Breaking news Kharishma hospitalized after fatal crash Lekompo artist Melita Kharishma Mogale was involved in a tragic car accident on Friday morning at the intersection of Grobler and Magazyn Streets in Polokwane. The crash claimed the life of one passenger while the 20-year-old Inama singer has been hospitalized for treatment. The incident reportedly occurred around X AM. This marks the 20-year-old singers second car accident. She previously survived a crash in August 2024 after a performance in Sekhukhune. Fans have since taken to social media sending messages of support and prayers for"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1984198673719296068)  2025-10-31T10:00Z 337.1K followers, 405.7K engagements


"Jub Jub urges Kelly Khumalo to let him see their son saying hes been blocked for years. "You want to hold on to the boy and put him in a bottle so you can control him like AI. Stop making my child AI its not fair" This follows her calling him a deadbeat father"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1985247166290337915)  2025-11-03T07:26Z 337.2K followers, 51.3K engagements


"South Africans showing love to Lupopo player Mukoko despite his previously provocative and disrespectful behaviour during a match against Orlando Pirates two weeks ago. Mukoko returned to the country for last nights game against Mamelodi Sundowns"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1992476328583688251)  2025-11-23T06:12Z 337.1K followers, 71.1K engagements


"Pearl Modiadie's ex-fiance Jordan Cohen and his new girlfriend at Kruger National Park"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1993584745868058875)  2025-11-26T07:36Z 337.2K followers, 1.3M engagements


"Shimza and his long-time girlfriend Athi Gelaba. They recently celebrated XX years together"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1993946781793849604)  2025-11-27T07:35Z 337.1K followers, 1.4M engagements


"ANC SG Fikile Mbalula attended a wedding in Botswana today"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1994863468265271782)  2025-11-29T20:18Z 337.1K followers, 32.3K engagements


"Kelly Khumalo performing live"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995056566807261639)  2025-11-30T09:05Z 337.1K followers, 107.2K engagements


"Dr Patrice Motsepe and his wife Dr Precious Moloi-Motsepe at the National Day of Prayer at FNB Stadium organized by the Motsepe Foundation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995077733408489474)  2025-11-30T10:29Z 337.1K followers, 1M engagements


"TS Galaxy owner Tim Sukazi and Mamelodi Sundowns Chairman Thlopie Motsepe are attending the National Day of Prayer currently underway at FNB Stadium"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995084958713712727)  2025-11-30T10:58Z 337.1K followers, 98.6K engagements


"Dr Patrice Motsepe enters FNB Stadium alongside ZCC leader Dr Bishop Barnabas Lekganyane as the Motsepe Foundation hosts the National Day of Prayer"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995129000918651013)  2025-11-30T13:53Z 337.2K followers, 365.3K engagements


"All systems go for Nkalakatha Fest XX It's all systems go for the first Nkalakatha Festival. The Nkalakatha Festival is inspired by the late Mandozas iconic anthem called Nkalakatha which was released in the early 2000. The event is aimed to celebrate the song that transcended time and culture uniting the nation through music movement and meaning. Nkalakatha Fest25 announced the explosive line-up for its upcoming festival scheduled to take place in Nasrec Expo Centre on the 20th of December. The Festival will host giants of Kwaito and a combination of other genres with a dash of Amapiano to"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995953560459034979)  2025-12-02T20:29Z 337.1K followers, 49.8K engagements


"Hawks Offficer Sergeant Papi Tsie broke down in court as prosecutors revealed he attempted to bribe a Hawks investigator amid a R2 billion corruption scandal involving suspicious payments and irregular contracts at the hospital"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995966151231504834)  2025-12-02T21:19Z 337.2K followers, 269.9K engagements


"Mayibuye iAfrika leader Floyd Shivambu says the members who recently resigned were actually removed for incompetence and failing to add value to the party"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996202679325114724)  2025-12-03T12:59Z 337.1K followers, 195.7K engagements


"Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga clashed with Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi during testimony with Mkhwanazi retorting I think youre losing it a remark that left Madlanga visibly angry. #MadlangaComission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996244810953314811)  2025-12-03T15:47Z 337.2K followers, 135.1K engagements


"Breaking news Convicted murderer Thabo Bester is challenging his extradition from Tanzania and is demanding access to Justice Minister Ronald Lamolas phone records as well as documents from the Presidency and Crime Intelligence"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996870283517731301)  2025-12-05T09:12Z 337.2K followers, 149.8K engagements


"School teacher showing off her dance moves"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996910652158628155)  2025-12-05T11:52Z 337.2K followers, 322.3K engagements


"Marius van der Merwe a former EMPD officer has been confirmed as Witness D. He was killed in Brakpan on Friday night weeks after giving testimony against high-ranking EMPD officials at the Madlanga Commission. #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997055176562430244)  2025-12-05T21:27Z 337.2K followers, 32.1K engagements


"Madlanga Commission may end live broadcast of witness testimonies after murder of key witness The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry may stop live broadcasting of witnesses following growing concerns over their safety. The call comes after the assassination of Witness D Marius van der Merwe who had recently testified publicly about alleged corruption and a police coverup within the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD). At a briefing on X December 2025 Mmamoloko Kubayi the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development urged the Commission to critically review how witnesses are"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997374942455963883)  2025-12-06T18:37Z 337.1K followers, 18.8K engagements


"Schreiber pulls Palestinian visa exemption amid 153-passenger entry irregularities The government of South Africa has revoked the 90-day visa-exemption previously granted to holders of ordinary Palestinian passports following what officials say was a deliberate abuse of the system. The decision comes after the arrival last month of XXX Palestinians in Johannesburg on a chartered flight from Kenya. The charter flight landed at O.R. Tambo International Airport on XX November 2025 carrying passengers who reportedly lacked key travel documentations including exit stamps from Israel onward or"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997393938265571676)  2025-12-06T19:53Z 337.2K followers, 55.3K engagements


"Witness D had pledged to expose state ties to corrupt mining networks In the hours before he was killed whistleblower and security operative Marius Vlam van der Merwe reached out with what may have been his final act a voice note expressing intent to expose deeper networks behind South Africas illegal mining crisis. Van der Merwe XX was fatally shot in Brakpan on Friday evening. Earlier that day he contacted anti-crime activist Yusuf Abramjee sharing a 62-second recording in which he expressed readiness to go public with information about alleged state-linked role players in illegal mining."  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997566409648295987)  2025-12-07T07:18Z 337.2K followers, 25.7K engagements


"Soweto Designer Hlumelo Nyaluza Launches Luxury Bag That Empowers GBV Survivors Soweto-based designer Hlumelo Nyaluza an Eastern Cape-born visionary has unveiled his latest creation: the HN Lux Carrier Bag a R1499 Woolworths-inspired luxury bag aimed at empowering GBV survivors and aspiring entrepreneurs. Nyaluza who previously made waves with a global luxury bag collection featured in New York London Miami Mexico and Australia revealed that a small website error cost him millions over the past eight months. Undeterred he is making a comeback with a new bag that channels a portion of profits"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997590185001787879)  2025-12-07T08:53Z 337.2K followers, 13.9K engagements


"Cassper Nyovests outfit changes at Fill Up Toyota Stadium. 📷 Lesedi FM"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997593251029954932)  2025-12-07T09:05Z 337.2K followers, 48.3K engagements


"The Border Management Authority says it intercepted 8135 people in the second quarter for illegal entry. Most were undocumented inadmissible or classified as undesirables with the majority coming from Lesotho followed by Mozambique Zimbabwe and Eswatini. The authority says the trend is consistent with long-standing regional migration patterns"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997610914711748644)  2025-12-07T10:15Z 337.2K followers, 18.5K engagements


"Explosion in the Durban CBD last night"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997627907133616258)  2025-12-07T11:23Z 337.2K followers, 57.4K engagements


"COPE concludes CNC meeting sets April 2026 date for national elective congress The Congress National Committee (CNC) of the Congress of the People (COPE) concluded its two-day strategic meeting in Johannesburg on XX December The party reflected on the partys current position and reviewed progress in efforts to rebuild and reposition the organisation. As the highest decision-making body between National Congresses the CNC adopted a resolution to postpone the partys National Elective Congress due to the state of readiness in the provinces and their constituencies. COPE Acting General"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997944893012840765)  2025-12-08T08:22Z 337.2K followers, 31.2K engagements


"Seven killed in head-on collision on N12 between Ogies and Emalahleni Seven people lost their lives in a fatal crash on the N12 between Ogies and Emalahleni in Mpumalanga on Monday morning. The collision involved a sedan and a light delivery vehicle leaving no survivors. According to initial reports all five people in the sedan and two occupants of the LDV died at the scene. Early indications suggest that one of the vehicles may have veered into the opposite lane before colliding head-on with the other. The exact cause of the crash is now under investigation by police the Road Traffic"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997959971221168203)  2025-12-08T09:22Z 337.2K followers, 53.2K engagements


"Breaking news Two police officers die in suspected murdersuicide at Tzaneen police station Two police officers have been found dead inside the South African Police Service (SAPS) station at Nkowankowa Police Station outside Tzaneen in Limpopo. According to police a male officer allegedly shot his female colleague after an argument then turned the gun on himself. Both died at the scene. Initial reports suggest a possible domesticrelated cause though investigators have opened a full inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The tragedy has prompted shock and concern within the"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997972650031825090)  2025-12-08T10:12Z 337.2K followers, 95.1K engagements


"NUMSA marches to Union Buildings demanding urgent government action on skyrocketing energy costs The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa is marching with its members from Samancor Glencore and Almar investments to the office of the Presidency. They are demanding that government must intervene urgently to reduce the energy tariff. Numsa Spokesperson Phakamile Hlubi-Majola said that they are marching to the office of the Presidency of the GNU Cyril Ramaphosa because the matter is serious that it demands the highest level of attention. The demands include that government cannot fail"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997995760726552645)  2025-12-08T11:44Z 337.2K followers, 7317 engagements


"Mpumalanga police seize illicit cigarettes worth R17.4 million A 43-year-old Eswatini national has been arrested in Sundra Mpumalanga after police uncovered illicit cigarettes hidden inside water tanks on a truck. Delmas police working alongside the Sundra SAPS and private security companies intercepted the vehicle on X December 2025 after receiving a tip-off. Officers discovered twelve X 000-litre tanks packed with cartons of illegal cigarettes amounting to XX pallets valued at approximately R17.4 million. The suspect was taken into custody and is expected to appear in the Delmas District"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998019226334822553)  2025-12-08T13:17Z 337.2K followers, 30K engagements


"Police murder suspect arrested after 18-month manhunt A 40-year-old suspect accused of killing a police officer has been located and arrested after evading law enforcement for more than a year. The Hawks Serious Organised Crime Investigation team arrested Sankelo Anele Ndabezitha in Orange Farm Johannesburg on Tuesday X December 2025. He had been on the run since June 2023 and was circulated as a wanted suspect in connection with the murder of Detective Sergeant Sepadile of Batlharos Detectives near Kuruman. Ndabezitha allegedly shot the officer during a confrontation that followed an"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998021595621736712)  2025-12-08T13:27Z 337.2K followers, 72K engagements


"Foreign national arrested for dagga possession A 36-year-old man Sabelo Terrence Ndzabukelwako from Eswatini was arrested on Sunday X December 2025 for possession of dagga. Police stopped a vehicle during an operation on the N17 Oshoek road between Ermelo and Chrissiesmeer. A search of the vehicle uncovered XX kilograms of dagga with an estimated street value of R90000. Ndzabukelwako was charged with possession of dagga and appeared in the Ermelo Magistrates Court today X December 2025. He was granted bail of R2000 and is set to return to court on XX February 2026"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998076578480181518)  2025-12-08T17:05Z 337.2K followers, 60.1K engagements


"Retired Bloemfontein teacher stabbed to death in smashandgrab robbery in Cape Town hotspot A retired school teacher from Bloemfontein identified as 64year-old Karin van Aardt was fatally stabbed during a smashandgrab robbery shortly after arriving in Cape Town on Friday last week. Van Aardt and her husband had flown from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town and rented a car to drive to Vredenburg for their granddaughters eighth birthday. As they drove from the airport their route led them through a known smashandgrab hotspot near the corner of Jakkalsvlei Avenue and Jakes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998089198381699275)  2025-12-08T17:56Z 337.2K followers, 54.2K engagements


"High Court dismisses Black Rock bid to freeze Makate payout The Johannesburg High Court has dismissed an urgent application by Black Rock Mining and its investor Errol Elsdon to place XX% of Nkosana Makates payout from Vodacom into a trust ahead of a contractual dispute over entitlement. Acting Judge Don Mahon ruled that Black Rock had not provided evidence that Makate intended to dissipate the funds a key requirement for urgent interim relief. The judge held that ordinary financial behaviour such as spending or investing the money did not amount to dissipation in the legal sense. The roots"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998106655074947501)  2025-12-08T19:05Z 337.2K followers, 58.7K engagements


"Police uncover multimillionrand drug lab in Makapanstad North West A major lawenforcement operation in Makapanstad North West led to the discovery of a clandestine drug-manufacturing laboratory netting six arrests and the seizure of drugs and equipment believed to be worth millions of rand. According to Hawks spokesperson Colonel Katlego Mogale the breakthrough came after investigators acted on information regarding a suspect who had fled in an unrelated drug case. The leads traced the suspect to a smallholding in Thulwe Makapanstad where the secret operation was underway. Officers found six"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998256309204860992)  2025-12-09T05:00Z 337.2K followers, 16.6K engagements


"Jealousy suspected as man arrested for girlfriends murder Police have arrested a 32-year-old man from Meqheleng for the alleged murder of his girlfriend 24-year-old Nomsa Kotope in her rented room in Zone X Meqheleng Ficksburg Free State. The case came to light on Sunday X December 2025 when the suspects ex-girlfriend reported a possible murder at the local police station. Responding officers discovered Kotope lying lifeless in her room. Emergency services confirmed her death at the scene. Police say the suspect allegedly accused Kotope of being unfaithful suggesting jealousy may have played"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998281439045984629)  2025-12-09T06:39Z 337.2K followers, 21.2K engagements


"Limpopo police sergeant kills female constable before committing suicide A tragic case of domestic violence and murdersuicide claimed the lives of two police officers on Sunday night X December 2025 at Ritavi Police Station. According to authorities Sergeant Ngoveni Matimba Gift (40) from the Mopani District visited the home of Constable Machete Tlhonologatso (31). After an argument colleagues escorted her to the station for protection. Later Sergeant Gift returned to the station confronted Constable Tlhonologatso inside the community service centre fatally shot her and then turned the gun on"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998308208264335405)  2025-12-09T08:26Z 337.2K followers, 65.9K engagements


"International News Update with Nonn Botha Australia becomes 1st country in the world to ban social media for children under XX years. And Pope Leo calls for peace after meeting Zelensky. Finally around 200000 people have fled the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo as fighting intensifies between government and the M23 rebels"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998474527861293221)  2025-12-09T19:27Z 337.2K followers, 2375 engagements


"ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is one of the few countries that gives citizens free houses assets now worth over R300 XXX and that this along with social grants free basic services healthcare and no-fee schooling has lifted millions out of absolute poverty over XX years"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998482632532013473)  2025-12-09T19:59Z 337.2K followers, 41.3K engagements


"Inside Ntando Duma's baecation in Thailand.🔥❤"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1767915661475410101)  2024-03-13T14:08Z 337.1K followers, 942.7K engagements


"Gorgeous Mbali allegedly crashed her R6m Lamborghini Urus in Jukulyn Pretoria"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1793874672880083379)  2024-05-24T05:20Z 337.1K followers, 165.4K engagements


""I left my 5-bedroom house One of XX Afrikaner refugees speaks out on fleeing South Africa to the U.S. Charl Kleinhaus a 46-year-old Afrikaner who recently gained refugee status in the U.S. has sparked fierce debate after publicly stating he fled racial persecution in South Africa despite leaving behind a five-bedroom home a car pets and his mother. Speaking in a widely circulated BBC interview Kleinhaus claimed If youre white youre wrong in South Africa citing threats and discrimination as reasons for his departure. He is among XX Afrikaners fast-tracked into the U.S. under a new policy by"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1923649764962320509)  2025-05-17T08:00Z 337.1K followers, 419.3K engagements


"Sbahle Mpisane putting in work in the gym"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1953505297609220231)  2025-08-07T17:15Z 337.1K followers, 954.9K engagements


"Minister Gayton McKenzie says Dricus Du Plessis is not racist adding that the UFC star gives back to black communities"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1957857268294115458)  2025-08-19T17:28Z 337.1K followers, 10.2K engagements


"Mapara A Jazz reportedly kidnapped in Ethiopia South African music duo Mapara A Jazz has revealed on their official Facebook page that they were kidnapped while in Ethiopia for a scheduled performance. The John Vuli Gate hitmakers did not disclose details surrounding the alleged abduction or provide an update on their safety. Fans have since flooded the comments section with messages of concern and prayers for their safe return"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1982532409586278711)  2025-10-26T19:38Z 337.1K followers, 223.3K engagements


"Black Coffee jokingly questioned his girlfriend about driving his cars and she replied 'Theyre our cars.'"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1990010284124070074)  2025-11-16T10:53Z 337.1K followers, 2.1M engagements


"Aspen CEO Stephen Saad named African of the Year Aspen Pharmacare CEO Stephen Saad has been honoured with the African of the Year and Lifetime Business Leader of the Year awards at the All Africa Business Leaders Awards. Saad described the recognition as overwhelming noting it reflects Aspens work in expanding access to healthcare across Africa including efforts in HIV TB COVID-19 insulin paediatric vaccines and new GLP1 treatments. Despite receiving a lifetime achievement award Saad said he has no plans to slow down with major projects still underway. He credited his 30-year career in"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1990475114995921110)  2025-11-17T17:40Z 337K followers, 26.2K engagements


"Criminals steal an ice cream machine"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1991807497393610804)  2025-11-21T09:54Z 337.1K followers, 328.9K engagements


"A truck lost control and collided with multiple vehicles on Paardekraal Drive near Krugersdorp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1992160001004364146)  2025-11-22T09:15Z 337.1K followers, 324.9K engagements


"#AdHocCommittee MP Khusela Diko raised a concern that Vusimuzi Cat Matlala is refusing to answer questions about Medicare24s R360 million tender despite taking an oath. She noted that under the Powers and Privileges Act witnesses must respond even if answers could incriminate them and called on the chair to resolve the matter"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1993642219094335830)  2025-11-26T11:25Z 337.1K followers, 42.6K engagements


"Young Stunna showing off stacks of cash"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1994804378449186888)  2025-11-29T16:23Z 337.2K followers, 10.7K engagements


"Hawks arrest four in alleged plot to recruit citizens for Russian military The Hawks have arrested four suspects on charges of illegally recruiting South African citizens to fight alongside Russian forces in the war against Ukraine a case that threatens to further strain the nations delicate diplomatic position. The suspects who appeared in a Johannesburg court on Thursday are facing charges under South Africas Foreign Military Assistance Act which prohibits citizens from participating in foreign conflicts without state permission. "The investigation is ongoing and we cannot rule out the"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995020131567628615)  2025-11-30T06:40Z 337.1K followers, 14K engagements


"Enhle Mbali looking absolutely stunning"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995045552862761425)  2025-11-30T08:21Z 337.1K followers, 185.4K engagements


"Black Coffee and his girlfriend Victoria Gonzalez at the Amiri flagship store launch"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995060260093227232)  2025-11-30T09:20Z 337.1K followers, 110K engagements


"General Shadrack Sibiyas appearance before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has been postponed after he reportedly fell ill forcing a delay in his scheduled testimony this week. #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995491982274437389)  2025-12-01T13:55Z 337.2K followers, 111.1K engagements


"The Madlanga Commission has played a video of former Ekurhuleni City Manager Dr Imogen Mashazi in an interview with EWN where she states that Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi did nothing wrong. #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995510342550737171)  2025-12-01T15:08Z 337.1K followers, 166.3K engagements


"Breaking news Police have opened a conspiracy to commit murder case after intelligence revealed a group of men attended the Senzo Meyiwa trial with the intention of eliminating key role players. Three men were removed from the courtroom for questioning as security is tightened"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995853935148470403)  2025-12-02T13:53Z 337.1K followers, 45K engagements


"Mbokazi joins Chicago Fire from Orlando Pirates South African defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi has completed a move from Orlando Pirates to Major League Soccer side Chicago Fire FC. The 20-year-old centre-back who rose quickly through the Pirates ranks and earned a vice-captain role has signed a long-term contract with the MLS club that runs through 2029 marking a major step in his career. Chicago Fire plan to use him as a key part of their defence while Pirates now face the challenge of replacing one of their brightest young talents. The transfer underscores growing international interest in South"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995887054253592669)  2025-12-02T16:05Z 337.1K followers, 46.1K engagements


"Unathi putting in the work at the gym"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996172456139079784)  2025-12-03T10:59Z 337.1K followers, 75.6K engagements


"Advocate Sello clashed with Julius Mkhwanazi insisting she had an official bid document while he replied Relax. Now am being shouted at". #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996281254153781574)  2025-12-03T18:11Z 337.1K followers, 31.2K engagements


"Jacob Zuma allegedly travels to Russia to rescue XX South Africans caught in Ukraine-Russia war Former South African President Jacob Zuma reportedly travelled to Russia at the end of September in an effort to intervene on behalf of XX South Africans allegedly lured to join the Ukraine-Russia war. Sources say three of those individuals are members of the Zuma family. The situation has allegedly caused tensions within the Zuma household in Nkandla KwaZulu-Natal with family members reportedly not on speaking terms. Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla Zumas daughter resigned from parliament last week to focus"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996534994160820528)  2025-12-04T11:00Z 337.1K followers, 59.9K engagements


"Breaking news Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has given the Commissioners a list of individuals he says filed complaints against PKTT members and he has urged the commission to meet with them. #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996541772701286551)  2025-12-04T11:27Z 337.1K followers, 36.2K engagements


"Breaking news Former President and MK Party leader Jacob Zuma has requested Justice Sisi Khampepes recusal from the TRC Commission alleging she allowed evidence leader Ishmael Semenya to overstep and claiming she is biased against him due to past legal matters including his contempt of court sentencing. The commission has not yet responded"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996547825606205528)  2025-12-04T11:51Z 337.1K followers, 26.8K engagements


"People robbed at an ATM at Thavhani Mall in Limpopo this morning"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996571836155416790)  2025-12-04T13:26Z 337.1K followers, 31.7K engagements


"Breaking news Former President Jacob Zuma has lost his bid for leave to appeal the Gauteng High Court Pretorias order requiring him to repay R28.9 million that the state spent on his private legal defence. The judge ruled there was no reasonable chance a higher court would reach a different outcome calling repeated delays a drain on judicial resources. With the appeal denied Zuma must now repay the full amount or risk the state seizing his pension property or other assets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996573651965976688)  2025-12-04T13:33Z 337.2K followers, 17.6K engagements


"International News Update with Nonn Botha South Africa has pushed back strongly against the United States after Washington confirmed that Pretoria will not take part in G20 activities during America 's presidency. And Nato restructures command. Finally Vatican panel rejects proposal to allow women to serve as Catholic deacons"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996661884502897074)  2025-12-04T19:24Z 337.1K followers, 14K engagements


"Senzo Mchunu tells the Madlanga Commission the task team was deployed to the Eastern Cape to support the Murder and Robbery Unit and was not prioritizing some murders over others. #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996903000372400424)  2025-12-05T11:22Z 337.1K followers, 4816 engagements


"Police Minister Senzo Mchunu tells the #MadlangaCommission that he disbanded the PKTT because it had long been viewed as a unit that needed to be properly integrated into SAPS structures and since it was constantly operating in a grey area it became the main focus compared to other teams"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996917729337479491)  2025-12-05T12:21Z 337.1K followers, 6286 engagements


"Police Minister Senzo Mchunu says he issued a directive to disband the PKTT due to complaints about management control and alleged human rights abuses within the team. #MadlangaComission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996935109119819822)  2025-12-05T13:30Z 337.1K followers, 5612 engagements


"Advocate Sello challenges Police Minister Senzo Mchunu for disbanding the PKTT based on unverified Facebook claims by whistleblower Patricia Mashale without asking National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola to investigate them. #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996978247771328596)  2025-12-05T16:21Z 337.1K followers, 8078 engagements


"Police Minister Senzo Mchunu says whistleblower Patricia Mashales Facebook posts harmed SAPSs image prompting him to disband the PKTT. #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996982467064951071)  2025-12-05T16:38Z 337K followers, 10.3K engagements


"International News Update with Nonn Botha Australia's defence Minister is to visit Japan. And the US widens travel ban to more than XX countries. Finally Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime minister Narendra Modi are pushing for stronger trade and peace efforts at the New Delhi summit"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997049380499493242)  2025-12-05T21:04Z 337.2K followers, 2689 engagements


"Cyan Boujee MOERED me says her manager who now opened a case of assault against her. This come after nasty fight broke out between the two in Mpumalanga. On the clip seen by Maphepha Ndaba Cyan is heard saying "you are nothing you don't even have a car" before she unleashed several hard punches that knocked her manager flat down to the floor. Those close to the two told Maphepha Ndaba the manager fainted for few seconds seeing stars as he was dizzy and trying to find balance. After gaining balance the manager woke up and ran to the police station to open a case of assault. It is also alleged"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1746586514279035157)  2024-01-14T17:34Z 337.1K followers, 1.9M engagements


"Queen Minaj has repented and accepted Jesus as her Christ and Saviour"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1787545635589431382)  2024-05-06T18:11Z 337.1K followers, 740.1K engagements


"US rapper Kanye West has announced his first major concert in South Africa in years set for December XX 2025 at Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg. This is billed as his only performance on the African continent for 2025"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1969300557140574357)  2025-09-20T07:20Z 337.1K followers, 796.9K engagements


"Hey @grok in XX hours please pick one random account from the comments on this post who is following us and has reposted it. The winner will receive R1000"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1971458113221034228)  2025-09-26T06:13Z 337.1K followers, 429.5K engagements


"Hey @grok in XX hours please pick one random account from the comments that follows us and repost this. The winner will receive R1000"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1982020445323858250)  2025-10-25T09:44Z 337.2K followers, 656.8K engagements


"Cyan Boujee shows off her face without make up"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1983448657258262649)  2025-10-29T08:19Z 337.1K followers, 346.3K engagements


"Cyan Boujee looking absolutely stunning"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1989046414329192549)  2025-11-13T19:03Z 337.1K followers, 1.6M engagements


"A Fidelity cash van was ambushed near a local butchery in Rustenburg earlier today by a group of heavily armed men. During the attack the suspects stole an undisclosed amount of cash. In the ensuing shootout one suspect who had reportedly been shot in the leg allegedly took his own life at the scene. The remaining attackers fled and are still at large. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspects"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1991156382947582367)  2025-11-19T14:47Z 337.1K followers, 3.5M engagements


"Jo-Anne Reyneke has firmly rejected the idea of marriage vowing never to wed. 🎥 Konvo Show"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1993588459286507537)  2025-11-26T07:51Z 337.1K followers, 100.7K engagements


"Breaking news Two former apartheid-era police officers Abraham Engelbrecht (61) and Pieter Stander (60) have been found guilty of the 1987 murder of COSAS activist Caiphus Nyoka. A third accused Louis van den Berg (75) was acquitted. The verdict brings a measure of justice nearly four decades after Nyokas killing marking another significant step in ongoing efforts to hold apartheid-era perpetrators accountable"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995821152116125937)  2025-12-02T11:43Z 337.2K followers, 293.9K engagements


"Police Minister Senzo Mchunu explains to the commission the reason for wearing an earpiece. #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1995891408016961913)  2025-12-02T16:22Z 337.1K followers, 176.5K engagements


"17 South Africans trapped in Ukraine report forced identity changes Seventeen South African men who were lured to Russia with promises of security jobs are now trapped on the Ukrainian frontline and their identities have reportedly been altered complicating efforts to bring them home. The men aged XX to XX were allegedly handed to a Russian mercenary group and forced into combat in the Donbas region. Their families say the men have been issued new identity documents with different names and birth dates raising fears that the changes are intended to make them untraceable. The scandal has"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996119183550001343)  2025-12-03T07:27Z 337.1K followers, 48.4K engagements


"Actress Connie Ferguson shares a throwback from her white wedding with her late husband Shona Ferguson in 2001. 🎥 Drum Magazine"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996239595185303632)  2025-12-03T15:26Z 337.2K followers, 775K engagements


"Breaking news Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi says he used to receive money from Vusimuzi Cat Matlala and that the two were "very very very close like brothers". #MadlangaCommission"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996502281420931188)  2025-12-04T08:50Z 337.2K followers, 92.9K engagements


"Former Isibaya actress Gcina Mkhize wins first round in her court bid to save her house Gcina who played the role of Khanyisile Majola-Ndlovu in the now defunct daily telenovela won the first round in her bid to challenge the decision by the bank to auction her house without her knowledge and to challenge the court's decision to evict her. During her court appearance today where she filed court papers opposing the two decision at the Booysens Magistrate Court in Johhanesburg the court ruled in her favour and allowed her matter to heard on X February 2026. " The court ruled that the"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996587484424122602)  2025-12-04T14:28Z 337.1K followers, 87.7K engagements


"Actress Gcina Mkhize is urgently seeking legal assistance as the new owner of her auctioned home continues attempts to evict her and her family. She is looking for a lawyer willing to represent her pro bono after her home was sold following alleged bond defaults a sale she claims was carried out unlawfully by the bank"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1996590112927310021)  2025-12-04T14:39Z 337.2K followers, 102.8K engagements


"🔥 BREAKING NEWS A Historic Win for MDNtv MDNtv has made history after winning Online Media House of the Year at the North West Media Awards hosted in partnership with North West University. This year the awards gained further credibility with the addition of respected academic Mr Ofentse Ngake a Journalism and Media Studies lecturer at North West University. His expertise helped strengthen the integrity and quality of the judging process. Judging took place throughout November followed by the awards ceremony at the Rustenburg Civic Centre. MDNtvs victory is a recognition of its commitment to"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997051291609321948)  2025-12-05T21:11Z 337.2K followers, 62.3K engagements


"Ramaphosa condemns murder of witness D vows tougher whistleblower protection President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned the killing of Marius Vlam van der Merwe a key witness before the Madlanga Commission describing the attack as heinous and a direct assault on the integrity of South Africas justice system. Van der Merwe publicly known as Witness D was shot outside his Brakpan home on December X. Investigators believe the attack was a planned hit noting that nothing was taken from the scene and preliminary evidence points to the use of an AK47. The former EMPD officer had recently given"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997319701135778021)  2025-12-06T14:58Z 337.2K followers, 38.9K engagements


"Witness D turned down protection Justice Minister confirms Marius van der Merwe (right) identified as Witness D was shot dead outside his Brakpan home on Friday night weeks after providing explosive testimony to the Madlanga Commission regarding alleged corruption and abuse within the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department. Van der Merwe had reportedly declined an offer of state protection believing his private security arrangements were sufficient a decision that proved fatal. Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi (left) confirmed on Saturday that the government"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997329725153235109)  2025-12-06T15:38Z 337.2K followers, 54.3K engagements


"Elon Musk accuses South African government of racism South Africanborn tech magnate Elon Musk has launched a scathing public criticism of his country of birth claiming that the governments postapartheid laws amount to institutional racism against nonBlack citizens. The South African government is super racist against anyone who isnt Black. Just a fact. Its literally in the laws Musk wrote on social media. The comment comes amid a broader standoff between Musks company Starlink and South Africas regulatory framework. According to reports Starlinks planned expansion into South Africa has been"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997576196163256569)  2025-12-07T07:57Z 337.2K followers, 56.6K engagements


"Breaking news Military Seizes Power in Benin Soldiers in Benin today announced on state television that they have seized power claiming to have removed President Patrice Talon from office and suspending the constitution. The group calling itself the Military Committee for Refoundation said it had dissolved all state institutions and installed Lt. Col. Pascal Tigri as head of the new military committee. They criticised the governments handling of security and governance"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997652682648010940)  2025-12-07T13:01Z 337.1K followers, 89.5K engagements


"Brakpan lights candles for Marius van der Merwe (Witness D) Brakpan community members family and friends gathered under the dim glow of flickering candles to pay tribute to Marius van der Merwe the whistle-blower known as Witness D who was gunned down outside his home. The vigil brought together ordinary citizens and activists alike united in grief and solidarity vowing that his courageous stand for justice will not be forgotten"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997745535596241151)  2025-12-07T19:10Z 337.2K followers, 127.3K engagements


"Mayibuye iAfrika leader Floyd Shivambu tells party members Lets prepare to govern in all the municipalities from 2026 onwards From 2029 onwards Mayibuye iAfrika will be the government of South Africa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997875857080070389)  2025-12-08T03:48Z 337.2K followers, 23.6K engagements


"Mayibuye iAfrika leader Floyd Shivambu says his party should build strategic ties with progressive African countries like Burkina Faso Mali and Niger and pursue strong relationships with China Russia Cuba and the United Arab Emirates"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1997880213695258769)  2025-12-08T04:05Z 337.2K followers, 10.2K engagements


"International News Update with Nonn Botha Syria marks one year since Assads fall amid regional tensions and ongoing crisis. And European leaders are reaffirming support for Ukraine at a meeting held in London. Finally Thailand-Cambodia fightings threaten truce brokered by Trump"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998148101895241785)  2025-12-08T21:50Z 337.2K followers, 20.3K engagements


"Kwaito legend Arthur Mafokate with Orlando Pirates head coach"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998397345453531175)  2025-12-09T14:20Z 337.2K followers, 30.9K engagements


"Breaking news SIU freezes R8 million in assets linked to Eskom employees tender kickbacks The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured a courtordered freeze on roughly R8 million worth of assets belonging to a senior Eskom employee Johannes Seroke Mfalapitsa and his wife Ndiyafhi Denge. The order freezes ownership of a luxury home in Bendor Polokwane and a Nissan NP200 vehicle which investigators allege were bought using kickbacks linked to a R54 million Eskom tender. According to the investigation Mfalapitsa acting as both tender evaluator and project manager and his spouse benefitted"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998405181810037024)  2025-12-09T14:51Z 337.2K followers, 313.1K engagements


"Morolong Praises Media as Pillar of Democracy at North West Media Awards Deputy Minister Morolong delivered a powerful message on the role of the media in shaping South Africas democracy during the North West Media Awards held in Rustenburg on Monday night. He told journalists government communicators and industry leaders that he chose to attend the awards instead of the Presidents final dinner of the year because the work of the media remains central to the health of the nations democracy. Morolong reminded attendees that he had made several commitments during last years ceremony. He said he"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998491368822349851)  2025-12-09T20:34Z 337.2K followers, 20.2K engagements


"Veronica Mente the National Chairperson of the EFF has graduated with a Masters in Management (Governance and Management) from the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998309563037311123)  2025-12-09T08:31Z 337.2K followers, 45.8K engagements


"Breaking news Pretoria High Court rejects challenge to Mchunus special leave On X December 2025 the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Pretoria dismissed with costs an application by uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) launched by former president Jacob Zuma to overturn President Cyril Ramaphosas decision to place Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on special leave. The court also rejected the attempt to nullify the appointment of Firoz Cachalia as Acting Police Minister and the creation of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry ruling there was no legal basis to overturn those decisions. That effectively"  
[X Link](https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/1998617922650915229)  2025-12-10T04:56Z 337.2K followers, 5757 engagements