The commission further heard allegations that Behari and a former human resources head, Linda Gxasheka, received irregular salary increases worth about R600,000 in exchange for their alleged loyalty in ensuring the disciplinary case disappeared.

The museum told the fund it had suffered losses because the complainant was paid more than R2 million for a position he was not qualified to hold.

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Western Province edged the Sharks on the third day of the U18 Craven Week in Gqeberha, while the Leopards, Eastern Province and Free State were also among the winners at Grey High School on Wednesday. Day three of the U18 Craven Week witnessed several tight contests, with three of the four matches decided by 12 points or fewer. WP and Free State claimed victories to extend their winning runs in the tournament, while the hosts and Leopards registered their first victories of the week. The coastal derby staged on the Kolisi Field lived up to the hype, with the Sharks taking a slender five-point lead into the break. The KwaZulu-Natalians troubled WP at the set pieces and breakdowns after half-time, and converted that dominance into a 15-point lead. WP fought back to reduce the deficit in the dying stages, and the Sharks conceded two yellow cards in quick succession. With full-time approaching, a third Sharks player was sent to the sin bin, and WP fullback Achmat Behardien kicked a penalty goal to clinch a dramatic 24-22 win. Other matches Earlier in the day, Free State scored three late tries to claim a 38-26 win over South Western Districts. Fullback Lamla Mgedezi scored a brace for the Cheetahs, while flyhalf Samson Lackay contributed 13 points. Boland and EP enjoyed a similarly tight battle, although the hosts took control of the contest in the second half, with scrumhalf Luke Doyle scoring a try in the 64th minute to extend his team’s lead to eight points. Boland scored a converted try at the death, but EP hung on for a 32-31 victory. The Leopards recorded the biggest win of the day when they thumped the Limpopo Blue Bulls 57-14. Outside centre Marques Jantjies scored a hat-trick for the North West side while flyhalf Ricardo Enos slotted six conversions. The U18 Craven Week continues at Grey High on Thursday, with the Griffons fronting the Valke at 10am, and the Golden Lions tackling Western Province XV in the big match later in the day. U18 Craven Week results – day three (Wednesday, 8 July): Leopards 57 (31) Limpopo Blue Bulls 14 (7) Boland 31 (17) Eastern Province 32 (17) Free State 38 (19) South Western Districts 26 (19) Western Province 24 (7) Sharks 22 (12) U18 Craven Week fixtures – day four (Thursday, 9 July): 10am: Griffons v Valke 11:45am: Border v Pumas 1:30pm: Blue Bulls v Griquas 3:30pm: Golden Lions v Western Province XV

Struggling to decide what to wear? Here’s what today’s weather has in store for South Africa’s nine provinces. Your daily weather, UVB forecast and temperature updates around South Africa. Weather conditions and UVB forecast Gauteng Temperature: Fine and cool with morning frost in places. The expected UVB Sunburn Index: Moderate DID YOU KNOW Where does Gauteng rank in size among South Africa’s provinces? Gauteng is the smallest of South Africa’s nine provinces, with an area of 18 178 square kilometres. Where does Gauteng rank in population among South Africa’s provinces? Gauteng is the biggest in terms of population, with an estimated 16 million inhabitants as per the most recent census in 2020. What is the capital of Gauteng? The administrative capital of the province is Johannesburg, which is situated at 25°44′46″S 28°11′17″E. Mpumalanga Temperature: Morning frost in places over the Highveld, otherwise fineand cool, but warm in places in the extreme east. DID YOU KNOW Where does Mpumalanga rank in size among South Africa’s provinces? Mpumalanga is the second smallest of South Africa’s nine provinces, with an area of 76 495 square kilometres. Where does Mpumalanga rank in population size among South Africa’s provinces? Mpumalanga is the sixth most populous, with an estimated 4.7 million inhabitants as per the most recent census in 2020. What is the capital of Mpumalanga? The capital and largest city in the province is Mbombela (formerly known as Nelspruit), which is situated at 25°27′57″S 30°59′07″E. The daily weather forecast and temperature updates around South Africa. Limpopo Temperature: Fine and cool to warm. DID YOU KNOW Where does Limpopo rank in size among South Africa’s provinces? Limpopo is the fifth largest of South Africa’s nine provinces, with an area of 125 754 square kilometres. Where does Limpopo rank in population size among South Africa’s provinces? Limpopo is the fifth most populous, with an estimated 5.9 million inhabitants as per the most recent census in 2020. What is the capital of Limpopo? The capital and largest city in the province is Polokwane, which is situated at 23°54′00″S 29°27′00″E. North West Temperature: Fine and cool. DID YOU KNOW Where does the North West rank in size among South Africa’s provinces? The North West is the sixth largest of South Africa’s nine provinces, with an area of 104 882 square kilometres. Where does the North West rank in population size among South Africa’s provinces? The North West is the seventh most populous, with an estimated 4.2 million inhabitants as per the most recent census in 2020. What is the capital of the North West? Its capital is Mahikeng (formerly known as Mafikeng), which is situated at 25°51′56″S 25°38′37″E. Free State Temperature: Morning frost in place in the east and along the Lesotho boarder,otherwise fine and cool. DID YOU KNOW Where does the Free State rank in size among South Africa’s provinces? The Free State is the third largest of South Africa’s nine provinces, with an area of 129 825 square kilometres. Where does the Free State rank in population size among South Africa’s provinces? The Free State is the second smallest in terms of population, with an estimated 2.9 million inhabitants as per the most recent census in 2020. What is the capital of the Free State? Formerly known as the Orange Free State, its capital and biggest city is Bloemfontein, South Africa’s judicial capital. It is situated at 29°07′S 26°13′E. Northern Cape Temperature: Cloudy along the coast and adjacent interior in the morning withfog patches, otherwise fine and cool to warm, but cold in thesouth. Wind: The wind along the coast will be moderate to fresh southerly tosouth-easterly. DID YOU KNOW Where does the Northern Cape rank in size among South Africa’s provinces? The Northern Cape is the largest of South Africa’s nine provinces at 372 889 square kilometres. Where does the Northern Cape rank in population size among South Africa’s provinces? The Northern Cape is the smallest in terms of population, with an estimated 1.3 million inhabitants as per the most recent census in 2020. What is the capital of the Northern Cape? Its capital is Kimberley, which is situated at 28°44′18″S 24°45′50″E. Western Cape Temperature: Morning fog patches along the northern parts of the West Coast,otherwise fine and cool but cloudy and cold over the southern andeastern parts with light rain along the south coast and adjacentinterior in the early morning. Wind: The wind along the coast will be light to moderate south-westerlyalong the south coast, otherwise moderate to fresh southerly tosouth-easterly reaching strong in places along the south-westcoast. The expected UVB Sunburn Index: High DID YOU KNOW Where does the Western Cape rank in size among South Africa’s provinces? The Western Cape is the fourth largest of South Africa’s nine provinces, with an area of 129 449 square kilometres. Where does the Western Cape rank in population size among South Africa’s provinces? The Western Cape is the third most populous, with an estimated 7.2 million inhabitants as per the most recent census in 2020. What is the capital of the Western Cape? The capital city is Cape Town, which is situated at 33°55′31″S 18°25′26″E. Eastern Cape The Western half: Isolated to scattered morning showers along the coast and adjacentinterior, otherwise partly cloudy and cold. The Western half – wind: The wind along the coast will be moderate to fresh south-westerly. The Eastern half: Morning fog in places south of the escarpment, otherwise partlycloudy and cold to cool, but cloudy with isolated showers alongthe coast and adjacent interior. The Eastern half-wind: The wind along the coast will be moderate to fresh south-westerly. DID YOU KNOW Where does the Eastern Cape rank in size among South Africa’s provinces? The Eastern Cape is the second largest of South Africa’s nine provinces at 168 966 square kilometres. Where does the Eastern Cape rank in population size among South Africa’s provinces? The Eastern Cape is the fourth biggest in terms of population, with an estimated 6.7 million inhabitants as per the most recent census in 2020. What is the capital of the Eastern Cape? Its capital is Bhisho, which is situated at 32°50′58″S 27°26′17″E. KwaZulu-Natal Temperature: Fine and cold to cool, becoming partly cloudy in the east withevening showers and rain. Wind: The wind along the coast will be light to moderate southerly tosouth-westerly. The expected UVB Sunburn Index: High DID YOU KNOW Where does KwaZulu-Natal rank in size among South Africa’s provinces? KwaZulu-Natal is the seventh largest of South Africa’s nine provinces, with an area of 94 361 square kilometres. Where does KwaZulu-Natal rank in population size among South Africa’s provinces? KwaZulu-Natal is the second most populous, with an estimated 11.5 million inhabitants as per the most recent census in 2020. What is the capital of KwaZulu-Natal? The capital city is Pietermaritzburg, which is situated at 29°37′S 30°23′E. WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS NIL FIRE DANGER WARNINGS Extremely high fire danger conditions are expected over Inxuba Yethemba, Enoch Mgijima, and Intsika Yethu Local Municipalities in the Eastern Cape. ADVISORIES NIL Weather forecast data provided by the South African Weather Service

Rising South African rugby star Kai Pratt is facing an uncertain future after the Sharks confirmed that he had returned an adverse analytical finding for a prohibited substance. The Durban-based franchise announced on Wednesday that a urine sample provided by the 18-year-old junior contracted player during testing in Stellenbosch on 10 April 2026 produced the adverse result. The findings were released on 22 June. Pratt has exercised his right to have his ‘B’ sample analysed, with testing taking place on 7 July. READ | Former Grey College and Wits player handed three-year doping ban “As this is a confidential and ongoing process, we are unable to comment further on any specifics relating to the matter,” the Sharks said in a statement. “The Sharks take all matters relating to player welfare, education and compliance with anti-doping regulations extremely seriously. We remain committed to providing our players with the necessary guidance and support regarding their responsibilities under anti-doping regulations, while respecting the processes and rights of all parties involved.” Pratt’s doping case is the latest in a growing list, which includes those of Springboks Asenathi Ntlabakanye, Elton Jantjies, Sbu Nkosi and Aphiwe Dyantyi. READ | UK publication again implies Springboks have a doping problem Injury compounds setback The adverse finding comes at a particularly difficult time for Pratt, who is already sidelined with a serious foot injury sustained during South Africa Under-20’s clash against Argentina on 27 April. The talented loosehead prop underwent surgery and is expected to spend approximately six months in rehabilitation. One of South Africa’s brightest young prospects Pratt has been regarded as one of South African rugby’s brightest young talents for several years. Earlier this year, he earned a call-up to the wider Springbok alignment camp, highlighting how highly he is rated by the national coaching staff. His rise through the junior ranks has been rapid. He was identified as a standout prospect from a young age, reached the final round of U13 Craven Week selection while still just 10 years old, and starred for Oakdale during their outstanding 2025 campaign. Last year, Pratt represented SA Schools after impressing at the U18 Craven Week, becoming one of only three SWD players selected. He started at loosehead prop and featured in the U18 International Series against France, Ireland and England. SAIDS continues anti-doping crackdown The case comes as the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) continues to hand down sanctions across multiple sporting codes. In its latest disciplinary updates, SAIDS confirmed: Cyclist Thomas van Wyk received a 27-month ban after failing to submit to an out-of-competition drug test in November 2025. His suspension runs until 18 September 2028. Athlete Ranti Dikgale accepted a three-year suspension after testing positive for testosterone during the Athletics Gauteng North Track and Field Championships. His ban runs until 21 May 2029. Weightlifter Thapelo Malatji also received a three-year ban after testing positive for Epitrenbolone at the South African Senior Weightlifting Championships. His suspension expires on 19 January 2029. For now, Pratt’s case remains unresolved pending the outcome of the ‘B’ sample analysis, with no further comment expected from the Sharks until the anti-doping process has been completed.

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