South Africa spy agency seeks media ban in R12m espionage trial

South Africa's State Security Agency is seeking to bar media and public from the trial of former intelligence officials Thulani Dlomo and Patrick Mshothola, citing risks to intelligence sources and methods. Media organizations are contesting the move, raising concerns over transparency in a case involving alleged espionage-related corruption. The outcome will set a precedent for press access in sensitive national security trials.

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