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Unsolved apartheid-era crimes continue to haunt South Africa
Prominent investigations are certainly underway, yet the slow pace of uncovering truths has left many questioning the commitment of political leadership to rectify historic wrongs.
Wouter Basson turns to court to halt HPCSA disciplinary proceedings
The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) is set to resume long-overdue disciplinary proceedings against Dr Wouter Basson, known as 'Dr Death', following a parliamentary inquiry.
Cradock Four inquest resumes after nearly 40 years of silence
In a moment that could reshape the narrative surrounding one of South Africa's most lamentable chapters of the anti-apartheid struggle, the third inquest into the deaths of the Cradock Four commenced at the Gqeberha High Court in the Eastern Cape. More than 39 years have passed since the brutal murders of Fort Calata, Matthew Goniwe, Sparrow Mkhonto, and Sicelo Mhlauli, activists whose lives were tragically cut short in 1985.
Justice for the Cradock Four: Families hope for answers in renewed inquest
After 39 years, the inquest into the brutal murders of the Cradock Four has resumed, with families seeking closure and accountability for the anti-apartheid activists' deaths.
Cradock Four inquest resumes after nearly 40 years of silence
In a moment that could reshape the narrative surrounding one of South Africa's most lamentable chapters of the anti-apartheid struggle, the third inquest into the deaths of the Cradock Four commenced at the Gqeberha High Court in the Eastern Cape. More than 39 years have passed since the brutal murders of Fort Calata, Matthew Goniwe, Sparrow Mkhonto, and Sicelo Mhlauli, activists whose lives were tragically cut short in 1985.
Questions over Ramaphosa's Commission of Inquiry into apartheid-era crimes
President Cyril Ramaphosa's establishment of a Commission of Inquiry into apartheid-era crimes raises questions about justice for victims.
Ramaphosa appoints Judge Sisi Khampepe to probe decades of apartheid-era justice delays
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation for the establishment of a judicial commission of inquiry to determine whether attempts were made to prevent the investigation and prosecution of apartheid-era crimes.
Court admits Helen Suzman Foundation as amicus curiae in apartheid litigation
The Helen Suzman Foundation's role as amicus curiae in the ongoing litigation against the South African government highlights the quest for justice for victims of apartheid-era crimes.
Clarifying land reform: No genocide against white people, G20 meeting told
Acting director-general Nomthandazo Moyo clarifies the South African government’s stance on land redistribution and addresses allegations of genocide during the G20 Development Working Group meeting.
NPA ready to proceed with Cradock Four inquest, MPs told
The Cradock Four inquest is finally set to commence next month, as MPs demand accountability and justice for the victims of apartheid-era crimes.
Expert said previous inquest into Albert Luthuli's death were fed a 'tall story'
In a recent sitting of the inquest, a steam train expert, Lesley Labuschagne disputes the official account of Nobel Peace Prize winner Albert Luthuli's death, suggesting a possible cover-up byapartheid forces.
Soweto commemorates reburial of anti-apartheid activists Moloise and Mngomezululu
South Africa honours the legacy of anti-apartheid activists Benjamin Malesella Moloise and Abraham Zakhele Mngomezulu in a poignant reburial ceremony, symbolising a crucial step towards healing and justice for families long denied closure.
Soweto commemorates the reburial of anti-apartheid activists Moloise and Mngomezulu
South Africa honours the legacy of anti-apartheid activists Benjamin Malesella Moloise and Abraham Zakhele Mngomezulu in a poignant reburial ceremony, symbolising a crucial step towards healing and justice for families long denied closure.
Investigating apartheid-era crimes: Ramaphosa establishes Judicial Commission
In a significant move towards justice, President Ramaphosa launches a commission to probe allegations of obstruction in the prosecution of apartheid-era crimes.