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Police arrest two men for horrific torture of minors at discipline camp

Two men have been arrested by the SAPS for allegedly torturing underage children at a discipline camp in Secunda.

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Xolile Mtembu|Published

Women For Change demands national disaster status for gender-based violence and femicide

Women For Change led a powerful march to the Union Buildings, urging the government to declare gender-based violence a national disaster.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Justice for Cwecwe | AfriForum demands apology from Police Minister Senzo Mchunu over Bergview College principal case

AfriForum has accused National Police Minister Senzo Mchunu of remaining silent while Bergview College principal was accused of raping a pupil, saying there would be grave legal consequences.

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Xolile Mtembu|Published

Justice for Cwecwe | Truth and Solidarity Movement calls for national shutdown on April 8 and resignation of police minister

The president of the Truth and Solidarity Movement has called for a national shutdown on April 8, demanding the resignation of police minister Senzo Mchunu over the alleged mishandling of a tragic child rape case.

News Politics
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu reveals no foreign DNA found in Cwecwe rape case

Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu updates the nation on the Cwecwe rape case, revealing that DNA tests show no foreign DNA on the victim, while the investigation continues to unfold amidst community outrage.

News Politics
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Justice for Cwecwe: Nation calls for law enforcement to act with urgency

Six months after seven-year-old Cwecwe was raped at Bergview College, the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation is demanding justice as officials revoke the school's license and investigate its principal.

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Hope Ntanzi , Koketso Phasha and Xolile Mtembu|Updated

Justice for Cwecwe | Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation calls for law enforcement to act with urgency

Six months after seven-year-old Cwecwe was raped at Bergview College, the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation is demanding justice as officials revoke the school's license and investigate its principal.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Justice for Cwecwe | AfriForum says it will never defend anyone accused of rape

Public outrage erupts as AfriForum represents the principal accused in the Cwecwe rape case, raising serious questions about justice and accountability in schools.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Mzansi's 'most articulate homeless man' Bonga Sithole speaks out on homelessness and the impact of psychological abuse

Bonga Sithole, known for his articulate speech while homeless, returns to share his thoughts on the complexities of homelessness, revealing how psychological and physical abuse can lead individuals to the streets.

News South Africa
Xolile Mtembu|Published