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Mourners gather to pay tribute to murdered child, Likhona Fose
In a deeply emotional memorial service held at Nkone Maruping Primary School in Braamfischerville, scores of mourners came together to honour the tragic passing of 14-year-old Likhona Fose.
After wrongful arrest, Fezile Ngubane shares his story: 'This was my last opportunity
Fezile Ngubane, a KwaZulu Natal man, was wrongfully arrested for the murder of Olorato Mongale due to identity theft. After spending days in custody, he speaks out about his ordeal and calls for help to overcome his struggles with addiction.
'My last opportunity in life': Fezile Ngubane speaks out after being cleared of Olorato Mongale's murder
Fezile Ngubane, cleared of murder charges, opens up about his wrongful arrest and the impact on his life.
Deputy police minister vows that suspect wanted for Olorato Mongale's murder will be found, reveals 22 other cases
The Bloemfontein City Hall was a sea of sorrow and solidarity on Thursday as family, friends, and community members gathered to honour the life of 30-year-old Olorato Mongale.
Family and community mourn Olorato Mongale, a victim of gender-based violence
Olorato Mongale, a 30-year-old former Wits student, was remembered as a fighter by her family during her emotional funeral service, highlighting the urgent need to address gender-based violence in South Africa.
Deputy Police Minister highlights Olorato Mongale's killers linked to 22 cases
Family, friends, and community members gathered at Bloemfontein City Hall to honour the life of 30-year-old Olorato Mongale, whose tragic death has sparked a renewed focus on the fight against gender-based violence in South Africa.
Olorato Mongale's killers were involved in 22 cases that targeted women, Deputy Police Minister tells mourners
The Bloemfontein City Hall was a sea of sorrow and solidarity on Thursday as family, friends, and community members gathered to honour the life of 30-year-old Olorato Mongale.
Olorato Mongale murder: Family's plea for community to help find suspects
The family of Olorato Mongale, a 30-year-old woman tragically murdered in Johannesburg, is making a heartfelt appeal for community support to help locate the suspects.
Olorato Mongale's tragic death prompts urgent calls for action
As the search continues for the driver of a white VW Polo linked to the death of 30-year-old Olorato Mongale, the fears of South Africans mount amidst reports of two other women’s bodies discovered in Sandton and surrounding areas.
Teen innovator Bohlale Mphahlele creates a smart earpiece that alerts police and captures attackers
Discover how a 16-year-old girl from Limpopo is revolutionising safety for women and children with her innovative Alerting Earpiece, a groundbreaking solution in the fight against gender-based violence in South Africa.
Activists condemn ongoing scourge of gender-based violence after Olorato Mongale's murder
In a harrowing reflection of the continuing epidemic of gender-based violence (GBV) in South Africa, the brutal murder of 30-year-old Olorato Mongale has sparked outrage and calls for urgent action.
Activists condemn ongoing scourge of gender-based violence after Olorato Mongale's murder
In a harrowing reflection of the continuing epidemic of gender-based violence (GBV) in South Africa, the brutal murder of 30-year-old Olorato Mongale has sparked outrage and calls for urgent action.
Minister slams GBV in the force after trainee officer's alleged rape by Captain
South African police unions have raised serious alarm bells over the disturbing rise of gender-based violence (GBV) within their ranks following a shocking incident involving a 20-year-old trainee officer. The young woman was allegedly raped by a 59-year-old police captain, who has now been charged in connection with the crime.
Senior DPP official charged with multiple counts of rape against a minor
A senior DPP official faces multiple rape charges involving a minor, while another man is sentenced to life for gender-based violence crimes.
Gen G Engage app launched to empower youth against gender-based violence
In a groundbreaking collaboration, ACTIVATE! Change Drivers, Sonke Gender Justice, and Action Aid unveil the Gen G Engage app, designed to empower youth and civil society in combating gender-based violence across South Africa.
Gwarube calls for action against gender-based violence at Uyinene Mrwetyana Memorial Lecture amid calls for justice in Cwecwe's case
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube linked the tragic 2019 murder of Uyinene Mrwetyana to the recent incident of rape at Cwecwe school. She emphasised that merely feeling angry is insufficient and urged for decisive action to tackle the pressing issues of gender-based violence and femicide.
Protect South Africa's women and children: Minister's plea at Uyinene memorial lecture
Speaking at the Uyinene Mrwetyana Memorial Lecture, Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube connected the 2019 UCT student murder to recent school rape cases, calling for collective action against gender-based violence that continues to devastate South African communities.