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The murder case against a residence manager accused of killing a Walter Sisulu University student has been postponed, igniting protests from students demanding justice for poor living conditions.
Sthembiso Mdlalose, the man accused of igniting the devastating fire that claimed the lives of 76 individuals in the Usindiso Building in Johannesburg, returned to the Palm Ridge Magistrates Court on Tuesday morning. The trial commences amidst an atmosphere of grief and anger over the tragedy that unfolded on 31 August 2023.
A residence manager who has been arrested for the alleged murder of a Walter Sisulu University student during a protest over poor living conditions, is expected to appear in court facing charges of murder and attempted murder.
632 suspects were arrested and two firearms recovered during Limpopo’s Operation Shanela, a coordinated Easter safety effort involving SAPS, SANDF, and other agencies.
During the Easter weekend, Cape Town's police and enforcement agencies made significant strides in combatting crime, seizing illegal firearms and arresting multiple suspects involved in drug-related activities.
Cape Town's police and enforcement agencies tackled illegal firearms and crime during a busy Easter weekend, leading to multiple arrests and significant seizures.
The US Embassy thanked South African authorities for rescuing Pastor Josh Sullivan, kidnapped during a church service, showcasing vital international cooperation in ensuring safety.
Following a tragic shooting at Wynberg Magistrates’ Court, attorney Barend Matthewson argues that the court's failure to implement electronic screening measures has led to preventable violence, highlighting the need for dignity and safety in judicial proceedings.
In a recent operation, the Health Professions Council of South Africa arrested a man unlawfully practising medicine in Chatsworth, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat unregistered medical practitioners.
Cape Town's escalating violent crime has led to a R100 million investment in safeguarding City staff and contractors, as authorities collaborate to address gang violence and public safety concerns.
A spiritual healer from Makhanda, Eastern Cape, has been sentenced for culpable homicide after a 10-year-old boy tragically died following dubious treatments involving excessive water intake.
A 45-year-old woman from Mpumalanga, Flatty Skosana, has been arrested and is facing two murder charges in the Siyabuswa Magistrate's Court for allegedly killing her uncle and mother.
A Sandton love triangle - what drove the events leading to the shocking incident where Zimbabwean national Emmanuel Mahamba was run over and killed?
Tensions escalated at Walter Sisulu University after a residence manager allegedly opened fire on students protesting poor accommodation conditions, leaving one dead and multiple injured.
In a tragic incident on April 5, 2025, in Rivonia, Sandton, a violent confrontation led to a man being run over multiple times, prompting a police investigation.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and various departments within the provincial government and municipalities have signed a joint MoU which seeks to bring together the Gauteng Provincial Government, the South African Police Service (SAPS), Municipal Police Departments, District and Local Law Enforcement seeks to ensure a coordinated approach to fighting crime in the province.
Students at Walter Sisulu University are protesting following a tragic incident where one student was killed and others injured by a residence manager during unrest over poor living conditions.
Tensions escalate at Walter Sisulu University after a residence manager allegedly opened fire on students protesting poor accommodation conditions, leaving one dead and multiple injured
Tragedy struck at Walter Sisulu University when a university employee allegedly shot at protesting students, leaving one dead and three injured. Operations have been suspended as investigations continue.
Xolani Khumalo is set to return as the beloved host of 'Sizok’thola' after murder charges against him were dropped, marking a significant comeback for the Moja Love presenter.
SANParks spokesperson JP Louw confirmed that the woman was found on Devil’s Peak, after they were notified about her disappearance and a search was launched.
Amber Lee Hughes, a 25-year-old preschool teacher, faces serious charges as she pleads not guilty to the rape and murder of her boyfriend's four-year-old daughter, Nada-Jane Challita, whose lifeless body was discovered in a bathtub.
Police are investigating an attempted rape incident involving a 45-year-old woman near Devil’s Peak, with a suspect arrested following the event.
Police are investigating an attempted rape case after a woman was discovered injured on Devil's Peak.
A shooting incident at Wynberg Magistrate’s Court has left one man dead, prompting urgent calls for enhanced security measures within South Africa’s judicial system.