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High school teacher accused of sexually abusing her students while they wore Scream masks
A maths teacher faces serious sexual abuse charges after five boys, some as young as 13, accuse her of forcing them to wear Scream masks during the abuse.
Mzansi's 'most articulate homeless man' Bonga Sithole speaks out on homelessness and the impact of psychological abuse
Bonga Sithole, known for his articulate speech while homeless, returns to share his thoughts on the complexities of homelessness, revealing how psychological and physical abuse can lead individuals to the streets.
Spirit of Winnie Mandela remembered ahead of Human Rights Day
The Gauteng Provincial Government has paid tribute to struggle icon Winnie Madikizela-Mandela through a powerful memorial lecture at Constitution Hill's Women's Jail, highlighting her unwavering courage and dedication to South Africa's freedom struggle.
Families of anti-apartheid activists celebrate reopening of inquests for justice
In a significant development, the families of anti-apartheid activists Nicholas Ramatua 'Boiki' Tlhapi and Matthews Mabelane welcome the reopening of inquests into their tragic deaths, yet express frustration over the absence of scheduled hearing dates.
Constitution Hill Human Rights Festival to focus on pressing global injustices and gender-based violence
Constitution Hill Human Rights Festival to explore vital social justice issues, engage in stimulating conversations, and celebrate the spirit of Ubuntu through solidarity and collective action.
Human trafficking gang arrested for enslaving 100 women in 'human egg farm'
A shocking human-egg harvesting gang has been uncovered in Georgia, where over 100 women were held as slaves.
Minister of health Aaron Motsoaledi urges South Africans to continue taking ARVs amid USAID confusion
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi stresses the importance of continuing ARV treatment for South Africans living with HIV/Aids, amid the uncertainty surrounding USAID funding.
A letter of solidarity from Palestinian New Federation of Trade Unions exposes South Africa’s betrayal of justice for trapped miners
Palestinian New Federation of Trade Unions (PNFTU) sent a poignant letter of solidarity to the miners and communities affected by the crisis at Margaret Mine in Stilfontein.
Askies? Party attendees arrested for 'looking too gay'
Seven individuals were charged with "trying to arouse interest in non-traditional sexual relations," an act that has been illegal in Russia for 10 years.