Sam Thangwane, Author at MDNtv

Author name: Sam Thangwane

Sam Thangwane is a South African journalist and news reporter at MDNtv, specialising in breaking news, politics, crime, sports, and current affairs. His reporting covers major national developments, law enforcement updates, government policy, court proceedings, and significant sporting events, with a commitment to delivering accurate, timely, and fact-based journalism. Sam relies on official government statements, court documents, law enforcement agencies, sports governing bodies, and other credible sources to ensure the accuracy and integrity of every report. He is dedicated to responsible journalism that provides readers with verified information, balanced context, and clear analysis of events shaping South Africa and the region. As a member of the MDNtv editorial team, Sam contributes to the organisation's mission of delivering trusted public-interest journalism that promotes transparency, accountability, and informed communities through reliable news coverage.

Courts & Crime

SARS Wins Court Order to Sell Five Properties Linked to MaMkhize

Sam Thangwane / October 27, 2026

The Durban High Court has authorised the sale of five luxury properties in Sandown, Johannesburg, linked to businesswoman and reality

Courts & Crime

Mokopane Court Denies Bail To Suspended Mogalakwena Municipal Manager Morris Maluleke

Sam Thangwane / October 27, 2026

The Mokopane Magistrates’ Court in Limpopo has denied bail to suspended Mogalakwena Local Municipality manager Morris Maluleke (43), who faces

Courts & Crime

NPA Withdraws Assault and Extortion Charges Against Colonel Ismail Dawood

Sam Thangwane / October 27, 2026

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has withdrawn assault and extortion charges against senior Crime Intelligence officer Colonel Ismail Dawood following

Breaking News

Podcast And Chill Episode Featuring Benjy Maponya Deleted From YouTube Amid MySol Court Battle

Sam Thangwane / October 27, 2026

The Podcast and Chill episode featuring North West businessman Benjamin “Benjy” Maponya has been deleted from YouTube amid his ongoing

ENTERTAINMENT

Actress Asavela Mqokiyana Due Back In Court Over Alleged Speeding

Sam Thangwane / October 27, 2026

Actress and model Asavela Mqokiyana is expected to return to the Scottburgh Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, 28 October, after allegedly

Breaking News

Cocaine Worth Over R200 Million Seized At OR Tambo Airport

Sam Thangwane / October 25, 2026

Law enforcement authorities have intercepted a major cocaine shipment worth more than R200 million at OR Tambo International Airport. The

Courts & Crime

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi Resigns From SAPS Amid Ongoing Criminal Cases

Sam Thangwane / October 25, 2026

Suspended police Sergeant Fannie Nkosi has resigned from the South African Police Service (SAPS) while facing multiple criminal charges. National

SPORTS

Young Africans Sack Manqoba Mngqithi After Just Three Months

Sam Thangwane / October 25, 2026

Tanzanian football giants Young Africans SC have parted ways with South African head coach Manqoba Mngqithi with immediate effect, bringing

POLITICS

Malema Calls MySol a “Small Boy” at EFF Rally

Sam Thangwane / October 25, 2026

EFF leader Julius Malema labelled North West mining businessman Solomon “MySol” Soka Madibela a “small boy” during a party rally

Courts & Crime

Hangwani Maumela Moves To Reclaim R70m Sandton Mansion From Npa

Sam Thangwane / October 25, 2026

Controversial businessman Hangwani Morgan Maumela has launched a legal bid to reclaim his R70 million mansion in Sandhurst, Sandton, by

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