Madlanga slams ‘abused’ tender system; Ramaphosa’s warning to envoys: Today’s top 7 stories

Author: Thapelo LekabePublished on: April 8, 2026Country: South Africa

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Madlanga slams ‘abused’ tender system; Ramaphosa’s warning to envoys: Today’s top 7 stories

Judge Madlanga criticized the tender system in South Africa, calling it abused and corrupt. Meanwhile, President Cyril Ramaphosa warned diplomatic envoys to exercise caution in their interactions. These statements come amid growing concerns about the transparency and integrity of government processes.

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