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Women's advocacy group Women For Change has voiced urgent concerns over Moja Love's reality show 'Isencane Lengane,' calling for its cancellation due to its troubling portrayal of abuse and gender-based violence.
A Bloemfontein mother and her two daughters were rescued from a kidnapping by police and the National Crime Assist, highlighting the importance of quick thinking and communication in life-threatening situations.
As incidents of robberies targeting e-hailing drivers rise, how do women navigate this dangerous landscape? Discover the stories of three pioneering women who defy the odds in South Africa's male-dominated gig economy.
As the dust settles on the controversial acquittal of Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso by the Eastern Cape High Court, the Cultural, Religious and Linguistic (CRL) Rights Commission has pledged to continue its investigation into the factors that led to the dramatic verdict.
Beyond their 1,700 km journey from Limpopo to Cape Town, the Gauta BMX cycling trio continue to raise awareness about gender-based violence and inspire youth activism across South Africa.
During the trial of two men accused of murdering 17-year-old Wandile Ngcobo, shocking testimonies reveal the events leading to her tragic death in uMlazi
Deputy national Commissioner Tebello Mosikili said 30 statements have been taken mainly from the staff of the school, medical personnel who examined the victim, children who were with the victim on the day of the rape and family members.
Police officials clarify the timeline and details surrounding the investigation into the alleged rape of 7-year-old Cwecwe at a private school in Matatiele, addressing public concerns and the complexities involved.
Mchune appeared at the Randburg Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, April 9, where he was released on R1 500 bail. He was also issued a stern warning.
The SAPS has denied claims surrounding the investigation of an alleged rape incident involving a victim known as Cwecwe in Matatiele, Eastern Cape
President Cyril Ramaphosa has praised three determined Limpopo cyclists who completed an extraordinary cycling journey from Burgersfort to Cape Town on BMX bicycles.
Three determined cyclists, who embarked on a 1,741 km journey from Burgersfort, Limpopo, raising awareness for gender-based violence and youth empowerment, have arrived safely in Cape Town.
A 25-year-old man from Matsulu has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for the oral rape of a nine-year-old boy
Women For Change led a powerful march to the Union Buildings, urging the government to declare gender-based violence a national disaster.
This three-part investigation uncovers the psychological dynamics of domestic abuse and the impact of social media on the investigation.
Her decomposing body was found in dense bushes
After weeks of searching, the body of Coleen Thaver, a missing woman from KwaZulu-Natal, has been found, leading to the arrest of her alleged killer.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for men to lead the fight against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide, stating that since men are the perpetrators, they must take responsibility for ending the cycle of violence.
Two brothers from Eastern Cape have received life and 10-year sentences respectively for raping their seven-year-old cousin, with the NPA highlighting the case as an important step in protecting vulnerable victims and ensuring justice.
As South Africa grapples with the endemic challenges of crime and violence, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu calls for urgent reforms to safeguard the nation’s most vulnerable, promising a renewed commitment to building a safer society for all.
A 43-year-old South African man living in the US faces serious federal charges for distributing child pornography, including to an undercover agent posing as a 13-year-old.
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli emphasises the urgent need for community dialogue and leadership in the fight against gender-based violence, following the tragic murder of Nokuphila Mbhele.
A 43-year-old South African man living in the US faces serious federal charges for distributing child pornography, including to an undercover agent posing as a 13-year-old.
From the quiet town of Matatiele, a seven-year-old girl named Cwecwe has become a symbol of a national tragedy, igniting outrage across South Africa… her heartbreaking story reveals systemic failures and calls for urgent justice, echoing from classrooms to Parliament
A 44-year-old man who told his 70-year-old neighbour he had been 'waiting for the opportunity' to assault her has received a life sentence from the Eastern Cape High Court, in a case that prompted the elderly victim to sell her home out of fear.