Phala Phala
Phala Phala is a game farm and wildlife breeding operation located in Limpopo province, South Africa. The farm is owned by President Cyril Ramaphosa and has been the site of his private business interests in game breeding and wildlife conservation. Phala Phala gained significant public attention in 2022 following allegations surrounding a theft of foreign currency at the property in February 2020. The incident, which reportedly involved a substantial sum of US dollars concealed on the premises, sparked controversy and led to investigations into potential violations of foreign exchange regulations and other legal matters. The farm specialises in breeding rare and exotic game species, including buffalo and other high-value wildlife. Phala Phala's operations reflect South Africa's broader game farming and wildlife economy, which has grown into a significant commercial sector. The property has become a focal point in South African political discourse, particularly regarding questions of transparency and accountability at the highest levels of government. The farm's name, which means "impala" in Sepedi, reflects its connection to the wildlife industry that forms the core of its business model.
Phala Phala Updates
Daily Podcast – September 09, 2026
9th September 2026 Making headlines: South Africa’s 3% inflation goal is robust, Central Bank study shows EFF heads to court over Parly’s 'irrational' reversal on... →
MKP calls ConCourt dismissal of Phala Phala interdict appeal ‘lazy’ 
By: Sashnee Moodley 13th August 2026 The MKP on Thursday said the Constitution Court’s decision to dismiss an application asking for direct access to appeal the halting of the... →
ConCourt dismisses Phala Phala interdict appeal
By: Thabi Shomolekae 12th August 2026 The Constitutional Court has dismissed an application brought by the African Transformation Movement (ATM), asking for direct access to appeal the... →
Impeachment Committee launches appeal against Phala Phala interdict
By: Thabi Shomolekae 29th July 2026 The Section 89 Impeachment Committee met on Wednesday to deliberate on the Western Cape High Court ruling delivered last Friday, and resolved to... →
Court halts Phala Phala impeachment process, Ramaphosa pledges cooperation
By: Thabi Shomolekae 24th July 2026 The Western Cape High Court has granted President Cyril Ramaphosa an urgent interim interdict, pausing Parliament’s Section 89 impeachment process.... →
Daily Podcast – July 17, 2026
By: Halima Frost 17th July 2026 Making headlines: ActionSA files court bid to overturn Phala Phala ‘police whitewash'; MKP wants IDAC head suspended over interference allegations;... →
ActionSA Approaches Information Regulator For Crucial Phala Phala Evidence
7th July 2026 ActionSA has approached the Information Regulator for access to crucial Phala Phala evidence that could potentially implicate President Cyril... →
Police committee to engage impeachment committee over processes to invite Major General Rhoode over Phala Phala
12th June 2026 The Portfolio Committee on Police has resolved that there is a need to engage the Impeachment Committee to prevent duplication of oversight work on... →
Police deny ActionSA access to President's affidavit reporting amount stolen at Phala Phala
9th June 2026 The SAPS has declined ActionSA’s PAIA application for access to crucial documentation pertaining to the prosecution of the suspects accused of... →
Julius Malema: South Africa’s performative revolutionary is facing his biggest battle
15th May 2026 Julius Malema, the leader of South Africa’s fourth-largest party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), is a divisive figure: loved by some, hated... →
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