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Outrage as Marius van der Westhuizen seeks parole for child murders
Action Society's outrage over Marius van der Westhuizen's renewed parole application underscores the emotional trauma faced by victims' families, raising critical questions about justice and accountability.
Occult Unit called in as 14-year-old Lukhona Fose found mutilated in suspected ritual killing
The SAPS occult unit investigates the gruesome murder of 14-year-old Lukhona Fose, whose mutilated body was discovered in Roodepoort. This case reveals a disturbing trend of occult-related violence in South Africa, prompting urgent calls for action.
Sangoma in court for murder of two-year-old: Shocking case highlights traditional pressures on women
Shocking allegations emerge as a mother and a sangoma face murder charges in South Africa. What drives a mother to such extremes? A criminologist weighs in on the disturbing trend of maternal filicide.
Activists protest outside Parliament, demand justice for murdered child, 11
Activists from the Women Empowerment Platform travel from Johannesburg to Parliament, demanding justice for 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek, whose tragic murder has sparked outrage and calls for accountability.
Rise in childhood malnutrition deaths
South Africa faces a growing crisis as 155 children under five have died from malnutrition-related conditions this year, prompting calls for urgent action from health officials and political leaders.
Tragic rise in childhood malnutrition deaths in South Africa
South Africa faces a growing crisis as 155 children under five have died from malnutrition-related conditions this year, prompting calls for urgent action from health officials and political leaders.
Tragic details of 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek's death leave community in mourning
Jayden-Lee Meek, an 11-year-old student from Royal College, was found dead after going missing in Fleurhof. His teacher describes him as a bright spark, and the community is demanding justice amid rising crime concerns.
Community in mourning as tragic details emerge about 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek
One of the teachers at the Royal College in Florida has decried the tragic passing of 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek who lost his life under tragic circumstances this week.
Community demands answers as Joburg boy Jayden-Lee Meek, 11, found dead outside his home
The disappearance and tragic death of 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek from Gauteng has shocked the community
'Broken ribs and bite marks': Pretoria couple jailed for brutal murder of their one-year-old daughter
In a tragic case of child abuse, Pretoria couple Joseph Molwana and Zanele Njobe have been sentenced for the horrific murder of their one-year-old daughter, sparking outrage and calls for justice.
Action Society calls for justice in Mia Botha's murder investigation
Action Society accuses the police of neglecting their duty in the investigation of Mia Botha's murder, calling for a Public Protector inquiry into the mishandling of the case and demanding justice for the grieving family, highlighting the urgent need for accountability.
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.
‘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.
Two-year-old died after being turned away from Limpopo clinic due to missing medical file
A two-year-old's death after being refused treatment at a Limpopo clinic raises urgent concerns over healthcare protocols, while a separate incident involving a nurse's inappropriate social media conduct underscores the fight against child abuse in South Africa.
Stepfather arrested for killing 14-year-old girl after domestic dispute with child's mom
A 48-year-old man faces murder charges after brutally attacking his 14-year-old stepdaughter in Limpopo, highlighting the ongoing issue of domestic violence in South Africa.
Unfolding events in the Joshlin Smith Trial | what’s next?
Defence counsels for Kelly Smith and Jacquen ‘Boeta’ Appollis are set to cross-examine the State's first witness in the pivotal Joshlin Smith trial, raising questions about the mother's priorities during her child's disappearance.
Mother arrested for beating her 14-year-old son to death after he failed to do his chores
In a harrowing case that has sent shockwaves, a 14-year-old boy has died following a relentless one hour beating, allegedly inflicted by his mother.
What led to the arrest of a Mpumalanga father for his daughter's death?
Police said the father took the child to hospital and claimed she fell off the bed, but she was bruised all over her body, and there were signs of strangulation.
Danko: Ethiopian spaza shop owners applaud government for extending registration deadline
Fikreyesus Daniel said the Ethiopians he represents are hamstrung by the delays of documents from Home Affairs.
Johannesburg primary school mourns loss of two pupils, one spaza shop related
Two Johannesburg learners, a Grade 4 and a Grade 7 pupil, died in separate incidents, one death was related to a spaza shop.