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Man sentenced to four years for impersonating attorney and defrauding client

A 32-year-old man was sentenced to four years in prison for impersonating a lawyer and defrauding a client of R40,000.

News South Africa
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Police Minister ordered to pay Durban woman R580,000 for unlawful arrest in mistaken identity case

Cynthia Khedama was arrested at King Shaka International Airport over a mistaken identity and was detained for at least 12 days in what she described as a ‘dirty dirty cell with faeces’.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Court orders RAF to honour R1. 4 million payment to undocumented Malawian immigrant injured in car crash

The Western Cape High Court has ruled that RAF must pay over R1. 4 million to Charles Jeka Chipofya, a Malawian who has been illegally living in South Africa since 2012.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Eastern Cape man gets 55 years for poisoning mother, brother, and cousin

An Eastern Cape man was sentenced to a lengthy prison term for poisoning his mother, brother, and cousin.

Daily News News
Daily News Reporter|Published

Former Legal Aid attorney faces rape charges after alleged coercion of client

A former Legal Aid attorney is facing serious rape charges after allegedly coercing a client into sexual favours in exchange for legal services. As the case unfolds, concerns about systemic failures within the justice system are raised.

Cape Argus News
Genevieve Serra|Updated

Arrest brings hope for justice in DA leader murder investigation

UMngeni Municipality Mayor Chris Pappas expresses optimism following the arrest of Induna Buthelezi, a fugitive charged with the murder of DA councillor Nhlalayenza Ndlovu.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Diddy’s trial: stylist spills the tea on shocking abuse claims against Cassie Ventura

Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial witness reveals shocking allegations of abuse against Cassie Ventura.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Capricorn Clark's shocking testimony: Diddy allegedly ordered 'Get dressed, we're going to kill Mescudi'

In a chilling testimony, a former employee claims hip-hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs kidnapped her at gunpoint.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Unprovoked attack: Limpopo brothers stoned man to death during tavern drinking spree

Two brothers from Limpopo have received lengthy prison sentences for the brutal murder of a community member during a night of drinking.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Watch VideoCourt orders Viljoens to stop using Tammy Taylor trademark

Lebohang Hlathuka wins a significant legal battle against Tammy Taylor Global Franchising, as the Pretoria High Court orders the Viljoens to stop using the trademark amidst ongoing franchise controversies

Lifestyle Style Beauty Beauty
Sarene Kloren|Published

Ralph Stanfield R1 billion housing tender fraud: Police vow investigation is still active

Despite the provisional withdrawal of charges against alleged 28s gang leader Ralph Stanfield and others, the Western Cape police maintain that their investigation remains on track.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

KZN man sentenced for pornographic images with overlaid faces of Cyril Ramaphosa, Bheki Cele

A KwaZulu-Natal man has been sentenced to five years in prison for manipulating and distributing pornographic images featuring the faces of President Cyril Ramaphosa and former Police Minister Bheki Cele.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Brazilian man arrested at OR Tambo airport with R1. 4 million cocaine wrapped around his thighs

A 39-year-old Brazilian man was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport with R1. 4 million worth of cocaine wrapped around his thighs, underscoring the ongoing battle against drug trafficking at South Africa's busiest airport.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Standard Bank employee debarred for borrowing over R28,000 from clients

Thapelo Jan Baloyi, a former independent contractor at Standard Bank, has been debarred from the financial sector following serious allegations of misconduct, including soliciting loans from clients and failing to return bank property.

Cape Argus News
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Life sentences for two men in the tragic kidnapping and murder of Chanlall Dwarika

Two men have been sentenced to life imprisonment for the kidnapping and murder of 61-year-old Chanlall Dwarika in Durban. The case highlights the tragic circumstances surrounding Dwarika's death and the impact on his family.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

Former Standard Bank employee debarred after targeting clients and borrowing over R28,000

The lid was lifted after a worried client informed Standard Bank that an employee had asked to borrow R1,000 and she was concerned that he potentially had access to her investment funds.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Daughter fights to remove father's girlfriend from death benefit

"A daughter challenges her father's girlfriend's claim to his death benefit, revealing family conflicts and financial complexities. " (85%)

Weekend Argus News
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Skai Jackson's legal battle: restraining order filed against the father of her child amid abuse claims

Skai Jackson, the former Disney star, has taken legal action against the father of her child, Deondre Burgin, alleging a pattern of physical and emotional abuse during their relationship.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Daughter in legal battle to remove girlfriend from father's death benefit

In a gripping legal battle, a daughter confronts her father's long-term girlfriend over a death benefit claim, exposing deep family conflicts and financial entanglements.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Seven Gauteng teenagers in court after disturbing bullying video surfaces

Seven teenage girls from Gauteng were in court following a viral bullying video, raising serious concerns about youth violence and school safety.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

NFP says it will strengthen party unity for upcoming elections, after court ruling

The National Freedom Party (NFP) urges its members to unite and strengthen the party in light of a recent court ruling that dismissed challenges to its leadership ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections.

News Politics
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Limpopo father and friend sentenced to life imprisonment for raping his daughters

A father and his friend have been sentenced to life imprisonment by the High Court in Polokwane for the horrific rape of his two young daughters, aged just nine and eleven, exposing a tragic case of child abuse.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Court dismisses R27 billion damages claim against Department of Science and Innovation

A man has had his R27 billion damages claim dismissed by the Durban High Court, with the judge advising him to seek legal assistance due to the complexities of his case involving alleged intellectual property rights infringements.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

What happens when Joburg Water cuts your fibre connection in half?

A recent Johannesburg High Court case has clarified the legal responsibilities of telecoms companies.

Business
Nicola Mawson|Published