Alleged gun-runner's home, businesses under restraint
Efforts by Cape businessman Irshaad Laher to try to get back his assets, which are currently under restraint, came to nought in the Western Cape High Court.
Gang boss’ damages case against State stalls
A damages claim by the alleged Wonder Kids gang leader against two cabinet ministers has been plagued by technical hurdles.
Accountant granted R1m bail in massive VAT fraud case
A Cape Town accountant who was arrested in connection with a multimillion-rand VAT fraud has been released on bail of R1 million.
Council culpable for teen’s rape at resort
The Western Cape High Court has found the Witzenberg Municipality liable for the 2009 rape of a disabled teen at the Pine Forest Resort.
WP Rugby acted in a 'disgraceful' manner
Scandalous allegations that WP Rugby faked bankruptcy for ulterior motives have emerged in an urgent high court application.
'Loving' pit bulls are turned into killers
The pit bull trade is booming with backyard breeders selling puppies on the road for as little as R300. Fatima Schroeder reports
Axe-murder accused Van Breda wants expert analysis
Axe-murder accused Henri van Breda has hired experts to analyse the evidence the State has against him, the Western Cape High Court has heard.
WP rugby in bleak financial situation
Details of WP Rugby’s dire financial state, including how it suffered an operating loss of more than R12m in 2015, have emerged.
Slain lawyer’s widow recalls happy past
The widow of slain attorney Noorudien Hassan has described how her world was shattered when her greatest fear became a reality.
Spat over transgender in hospital ward
A transgender patient’s battle to be recognised as a female at two state hospitals in Cape Town has sparked outrage amongst activists.
Advocate ‘bullied’ out of Cape Bar Council
A black female advocate has accused the council of bullying in a court application challenging the termination of her membership.
Paedo to fight extradition
Paedophile Anthony Peter Freedendal, who faces 24 child sex charges in his Australia, will spend the festive season fighting an application for his extradition.
Road Accident Fund is broke
The wheels have come off the Road Accident Fund. It's paying out more to accident victims than it's receiving from the fuel levy every month.
Date set for Lamoer’s R1. 6m corruption case
The corruption trial of former Western Cape police commissioner Arno Lamoer is finally expected to be heard early next year.
Convicted paedophile to face extradition to Australia
Anthony Peter Freedendal, wanted on 24 child sex offences, faces five life terms plus 150 years behind bars in Australia.
Camps Bay murder accused bids for his freedom
Murder accused Diego Dougherty Novella is offering R500K, electronic tagging and house arrest to secure his release from Pollsmoor Prison.
Urinating ex-model to appeal sentence
Former model Djavan Arrigone wants to appeal the 200 hours of community service he was handed for urinating on a taxi driver.
Man gets community service after urinating on taxi driver
A court has ordered Djavan Arrigone to do 200 hours of community service after urinating on a taxi driver from the balcony of a nightclub.
Transformation row grips Cape Bar Council
Lobby goup Advocates for Transformation is shunning the Cape Bar Council by refusing to recognise it and urging AFT members not to apply to take silk.
Muslim marriages case thrown out . . for now
Cape Town - Within minutes Western Cape High Court Judge Siraj Desai kicked out a controversial application aimed at expediting the passing of legislation which will give full recognition to Muslim marriages.
'Lying' N2 cop killer’s last-minute confession
After denying the allegations for more than a year, a 21-year-old man had a sudden change of heart and apologised in court for killing a Hawks police officer.
Bid to reform Muslim marriages law deferred
Consult crucial Chapter 9 institutions, judge orders
Money cannot compensate IDT, says judge
The damages claim of a little boy who developed cerebral palsy after state staff failed to diagnose that he had jaundice at birth, is set to be finalised.
Franziska suspect ready to make deal
A man who was once adamant “possible video footage” could prove his innocence, is now prepared to accept a plea bargain in the case involving the murder, rape and robbery of Franziska Blöchliger.
Women can’t ‘adapt Qur’an’
A senior attorney has accused a prominent women’s rights body of “using subtle means” to change what the Qur’an prescribes to Muslims