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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.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

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.

Cape Argus News
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

'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.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

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.

Mercury
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

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.

Cape Argus News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

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.

Cape Times News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

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.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

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.

Mercury
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

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.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

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.

Lifestyle Health
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

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.

Cape Times News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

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.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

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.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

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.

Weekend Argus News
Zamayirha Peter|Published

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.

News South Africa
Koketso Phasha|Published

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.

The Star News
Koketso Phasha|Published