Jonisayi Maromo

Jonisayi Maromo is a Pan-African news journalist with almost two decades of newsroom experience covering international relations, politics, crime and investigations.

Senzo Meyiwa murder trial postponed again: What’s next for the accused?

The trial has struggled to resume following the death of defence advocate Thulani Mngomezulu, who died in December 2024.

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Inside IPHC mass wedding of 3,000: Joyful man marries two wives on Easter Sunday

The IPHC's hosted a historic mass wedding, where over 3,000 members celebrated love and tradition, including unique polygamous unions.

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Zimbabwe police ramp up security as war veteran Blessed Geza calls for indefinite stay-away

With tensions rising in Zimbabwe, police declare 'maximum security' as expelled Zanu PF member Blessed Geza calls for a national stay-away.

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Easter carnage: Six people killed in horrific North West head-on collision

Six lives were lost in a head-on collision on the R49 road between Zeerust and Kopfontein port of entry, highlighting road fatalities during the Easter holiday.

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Patient beats nurse: Man arrested for assaulting nurse at Malamulele Hospital

Limpopo health spokesperson Kapudi Moagi said the the patient, who had refused treatment, assaulted the nurse, claiming his belongings were missing.

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Gauteng cop arrested in Limpopo for 2am fatal shooting

The police officer, based at OR Tambo International Airport, allegedly brought the victim to hospital, before he was arrested.

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13-year-old learner takes her own life after bullying

A 13-year-old learner from Vulindlela Primary School, Mbali Mlaba, tragically took her own life after enduring relentless bullying.

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Mass wedding: Over 1,500 couples to wed in a grand Easter ceremony at IPHC church

Experience the grandeur of Easter as the IPHC hosts a historic mass wedding, uniting over 1,500 couples in a vibrant celebration of love and tradition.

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Joburg woman shares shocking details that led to brutal Sandton bakkie attack

A Sandton love triangle - what drove the events leading to the shocking incident where Zimbabwean national Emmanuel Mahamba was run over and killed?

News Crime and Courts
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‘She asked for transfer to another school: Shock as bullied learner dies by suicide

A 13-year-old learner, Mbali Mlaba, tragically took her own life after enduring bullying at Vulindlela Primary School in Free State.

News Crime and Courts
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‘No winner in tariff wars’: Chinese Consul-General Pan Qingjiang addresses Wits students

Chinese Consul-General Pan Qingjiang welcomed Wits University students back from an enlightening tour of China,.

News Politics
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Man and woman in court after police find unlicenced firearms and seize luxury vehicles

A 50-year-old man and his 40-year-old female companion face serious charges in Limpopo after police uncover nine unlicensed firearms during a dramatic operation.

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Love triangle turns deadly: Zimbabwean man killed in brutal bakkie attack in Sandton

The woman at the center of the love triangle, Ntombi, said she has two children with the Ugandan man who allegedly murdered her ex-lover, Emmanuel Mahamba.

News Crime and Courts
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‘I was speaking as an activist’: Mcebisi Jonas clarifies his ‘racist’ remarks on Donald Trump

Mcebisi Jonas clarified his past remarks about Donald Trump, asserting they were made in the context of activism.

News Politics
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PICS: Police seize Range Rover and Porsche in Limpopo firearms bust

In a dramatic operation, Limpopo police arrest a man and woman for possessing nine unlicensed firearms, seizing a Range Rover and Porsche in the process.

News Crime and Courts
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Malawian man re-arrested by Hawks after he vanished before corruption and theft trial

The Hawks have successfully re-arrested Lazarus Kenneth Wankhama, after he evaded justice for months.

News Crime and Courts
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Mteto Nyati: Dismissing Donald Trump as 'a crazy person' would be costly error for South Africa

Mteto Nyati praises Mcebisi Jonas's appointment as South Africa's envoy to the US, emphasising the importance of understanding the complexities of international relations.

News Politics
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Midrand Kidnapping: SAPS rescues two businessmen, recover stolen Range Rover

Two businessmen were rescued by the SAPS anti-kidnapping task team shortly after being hijacked in Midrand, as police recover their stolen Range Rover SUV.

News Crime and Courts
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Two men nabbed after Ford Ranger driver was hijacked and kidnapped

Baveli Robert Maseko and Orbin Mith Mohammed face serious charges after a dramatic police chase leads to their arrest for hijacking a Ford Ranger and kidnapping its driver in Mpumalanga.

News Crime and Courts
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Mcebisi Jonas can respectfully differ with US, without disrespecting their president, says former diplomat

In a pivotal moment for US-South Africa relations, Dr Kingsley Makhubela backs Mcebisi Jonas's appointment as special envoy, aiming to bridge diplomatic gaps.

News Crime and Courts
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Limpopo shop owner arrested for showing pornographic video to children

A 24-year-old man has been arrested in Limpopo for allegedly attempting to sexually assault minors, before showing them a pornographic video.

News Crime and Courts
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Lawyer in Senzo Meyiwa murder trial hints at abandoning client as Judge Mokgoatlheng refuses further delays

Advocate Charles Mnisi told the court that he would drop Muzi Sibiya as a client if Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng does not give a longer postponement, a request declined by the judge.

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Kenny Kunene: If Gayton McKenzie becomes president, South Africa will revive friendship with Israel

The Patriotic Alliance reaffirms its commitment to Israel, with Kenny Kunene stating that strengthening diplomatic ties will be priority if Gayton McKenzie is elected president.

News Politics
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Traditional healer drowns during Crocodile River rituals with prophet friend

A traditional healer tragically drowned while performing rituals with a prophet at Crocodile River, prompting police warnings about safety during Easter rituals.

News Crime and Courts
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Lesotho hitman opened fire at North West tavern, shooting eight patrons

Mokhosi Manama has been sentenced to two life terms plus 70 years for a brutal tavern shooting in North West that left two dead and several injured.

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