EDITORIAL | Security forces, we see what you’re capable of, don’t beat a hasty retreat

The almost incident-free national shutdown on Monday proved that the police and defence force can be highly effective when it suits them

22 March 2023 - 21:31

Police minister Bheki Cele and his defence and state security counterparts have a lot to thank EFF leader Julius Malema for...

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