Politics 9 November 2026, 10:30

Minister Kubayi to fund own legal action against person behind popular Facebook account ‘Baas Kruger’

Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi says she will pursue legal action in her personal capacity against the person behind the “Bass Kruger” Facebook account, with the state not responsible for the legal costs.

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