DA MP Ian Cameron highlights alarming delays in the analysis of firearms and ammunition seized by Cape Town police, raising concerns about evidence handling and public safety.

The commission also heard that arrests linked to the investigation went ahead despite a SAPS Legal Services opinion that the available evidence was too weak to support criminal charges.

Guests attend the unveiling of what is believed to be the world’s largest handmade scarf chandelier at Hyde Park Corner in Johannesburg, 15 July 2026, as the shopping centre launched the Yarn by Design Expo in celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Secret Scarves Shh… campaign by 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day. The installation, created by the Gauteng KnitWits, highlights the nationwide initiative encouraging people to knit, crochet and donate handmade scarves and blankets to those in need ahead of Nelson Mandela Day on July 18. Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen Vusi Moyo of South Africa during the South African national men’s rugby team training session at Hollywoodbets Kings Park on July 15, 2026 in Durban, South Africa. (Photo by Steve Haag Sports/Gallo Images) March and March Movement leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma addresses hundreds of supporters during a protest demonstration in Pinetown, south of Durban on July 16, 2026. The group is calling for tougher action against illegal immigration and the deportation of undocumented foreign nationals. Organisers also urged the government and officials from the Department of Home Affairs to expedite the processing of identity documents for an estimated four million South Africans who they say remain without official Identity Documents. The protest comes amid broader national debates over border security, law enforcement and South Africa’s immigration policies. (Photo by RAJESH JANTILAL / AFP) Commuters walking with a scooter wade through a flooded road following heavy rain in Kathmandu on July 16, 2026. (Photo by Prakash MATHEMA / AFP) General views during the demolition of illegal structures at Marble towers on July 15, 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The City of Johannesburg is demolishing illegal structures at Marble Towers in line with a Johannesburg High Court order. This operation forms part of the City’s ongoing efforts to enforce by-laws, restore compliance, improve public safety, and reclaim public spaces in the inner city. (Photo by Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo) Kosovar artist Alkent Pozhegu puts the finish touches to a mosaic on the ground, made with grain and seeds, and depicting Argentina’s forward #10 Lionel Messi (R) and Spain’s forward #19 Lamine Yamal, in the town of Gjakova on July 16, 2026. Thousands of kilometres away from New York, where the Argentina and Spain football teams will compete for the World Cup title, in the western city of Gjakova, Alkent Pozhegu has made a mosaic depicting the two forward stars Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal. (Photo by Armend NIMANI / AFP) People gather in front of thousands of lanterns on display during the Mitama Matsuri, one of the capital’s largest summer “obon” festivals, at Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo on July 15, 2026. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP) Demonstrators, including members of Operation Dudula and other civil society groups, march through Hillbrow on July 16, 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The group demanded the removal of undocumented foreign nationals and stricter enforcement of local employment laws. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius) This aerial photograph shows people walking through a maze in a cornfield on July 16, 2026 in Soultz, eastern France. (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP) Spectators sit in a makeshift pool of water as the pack of riders (peloton) cycles past during the 11th stage of the 113th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 161,3 km between Vichy and Nevers in central France, on July 15, 2026. (Photo by Jeff PACHOUD / AFP) Attendees wave traditionnal Bayonne festival red scarfs as they gather before the Town Hall during the opening ceremony of the “Fetes de Bayonne” (Bayonne Festival) in Bayonne, south-western France on July 15, 2026. The Bayonne Festival runs from July 15 to July 19, 2026. (Photo by Gaizka IROZ / AFP) People look out from the CN Tower as smoke from wildfires in northern Ontario blankets the city, causing poor air quality, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on July 15, 2026. Toronto had the worst air quality of any major city in the world on Wednesday, the Swiss firm IQAir said, as Canadian authorities urged people to stay indoors. Toronto edged out New Delhi and the Democratic Republic of Congo’s capital Kinshasa as wildfire smoke turned the skies a hazy yellowish-grey in Canada’s largest city. (Photo by Cole BURSTON / AFP) An Argentina supporter with blue-and-white face paint gestures as fans celebrate Argentina’s victory over England following the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final football match near the Obelisk in Buenos Aires on July 15, 2026. (Photo by Luis ROBAYO / AFP) MORE PICTURES: Joburg Ballet brings The Bacchae to life in African-inspired production

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Former South African footballer Mlungisi “Professor” Ngubane has cautioned Kaizer Chiefs against pursuing Stellenbosch FC winger Langelihle Phili, questioning whether the youngster is the right fit for the Soweto giants. The 21-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Amakhosi during the current transfer window, with reports suggesting Stellenbosch value him at around R16 million. Amakhosi are currently in Spain for their pre-season tour, where they have already unveiled two new signings. Speaking to KickOff., Ngubane argued that while Phili is a talented player, he may struggle to cope with the demands and pressure that come with playing for Kaizer Chiefs. “Sometimes Chiefs do not recognise their own quality. He may be a good player, but not suited for Chiefs,” Ngubane said. “How many players from Stellenbosch have failed at Chiefs? “This is often because Stellenbosch players operate in a pressure-free environment. “At Stellenbosch, there is no criticism or shouting from fans if performances are not good. “However, at Chiefs, there is an expectation to deliver consistently.” Kaizer Chiefs closing on Phili Ngubane also questioned whether Phili’s performances justify the reported transfer fee, insisting he has not seen enough from the young attacker to warrant such a significant investment. “What has Phili done to warrant being lured with two highly skilled players plus additional cash?” he asked. “I watched his games last season, and there was nothing extraordinary that would justify such interest.” Kaizer Chiefs have been active in the transfer market as they prepare for the 2026/27 campaign, but Ngubane believes the club should carefully consider whether Phili has the qualities needed to thrive under the intense scrutiny that comes with wearing the famous gold and black jersey. What’s your take Phili?

There are currently eight African countries on the European Union’s (EU) register of high-risk jurisdictions for weak controls against money laundering and terrorism financing. EU banks and other regulated entities must apply enhanced customer due diligence when dealing with individuals or businesses in these jurisdictions. The EU list is updated separately, but it is closely linked to Financial Action Task Force (FATF) assessments and grey-list decisions, which it relies on heavily. The EU began flagging countries and adding them to this list in 2016. South Africa was on the list until January of this year. 1. Algeria Algeria was added to the EU list in June 2025 after being placed under increased FATF monitoring in October 2024 and committing to an action plan to address identified deficiencies. There has been progress. FATF’s own information on the matter says that the country “strengthened the effectiveness of its AML/CFT regime to meet the commitments in its action plan regarding the strategic deficiencies that the FATF identified in October 2024.” In June 2026, the FATF confirmed it had completed its plan and dropped the country from the grey list. The EU has yet to update its own list, so Algeria stays on the EU register until it does. 2. Angola Angola joined the EU list in June 2025, after it made its own promise to the FATF in October 2024. The FATF wants Angola to build a clearer picture of its money-laundering risks and to bring more cases to court. Angola Flag. Source: Wikimedia Commons. Angola also needs to open up records of who owns companies and to freeze terrorist funds. The FATF has seen high-level political commitment to tackle the issues, but still requires more work. 3. Cameroon Cameroon has been on the EU list from an earlier review in 2023. Like Angola, there have been high-level political commitments to enact the suggestions made by the FATF. Cameroon also needs to seize criminal money, in particular at its borders. The FATF noted progress in 2026, though it warned that the deadlines had passed and work remained. 4. Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) Côte d’Ivoire joined the EU list in June 2025 after the FATF grey-listed the country in October 2024 and it committed to an action plan. It has improved its monitoring and its use of financial intelligence since then, with the FATF noting that the country “has substantially completed its action plan and warrants an on-site assessment to verify that the implementation of AML/CFT reforms has begun and is being sustained, and that the necessary political commitment remains in place to sustain implementation in the future.” The main gap that remains is the number of money-laundering cases it takes to court. The FATF wants that number to rise in line with the country’s risks. 5. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) The DRC has featured on the EU list from an earlier review, after it committed to the FATF in October 2022. It has built supervision plans and shown that it can investigate money laundering. Democratic Republic of the Congo flag. Source: Wikimedia Commons. Two gaps remain: the DRC needs to put its plan into practice and to investigate terrorist financing in line with its risks. 6. Kenya Kenya entered the EU register in June 2025 following its February 2024 FATF grey-listing and the adoption of an agreed reform plan. It has strengthened its supervisors and brought in rules for crypto-asset firms since then. The FATF still wants better monitoring of banks and businesses and clearer records of who owns companies and trusts. It also wants more suspicious transactions reported and more cases taken to court. 7. Namibia Namibia joined the EU list in June 2025, after it committed to the FATF in February 2024. The FATF had flagged weak monitoring and thin records of who owns companies. But now, according to the FATF, “Namibia strengthened the effectiveness of its AML/CFT regime to meet the commitments in its action plan regarding the strategic deficiencies that the FATF identified in February 2024.” The FATF dropped Namibia from the grey list in June 2026 after it completed its plan. Like Algeria, it stays on the EU register until list updates occur. 8. South Sudan South Sudan has been on the EU list from an earlier review, after it committed to the FATF in 2021. That makes it the longest-standing case among the eight countries here, despite being the youngest country on the list. The FATF found limited progress in 2026. South Sudan still needs a working, independent financial intelligence unit, and better records of who owns companies.

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