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Olorato Mongale, whose shocking murder rocked Mzansi, is laid to rest

People react on X as Olorato Mongale is buried in Bloemfontein

Daily News Opinion
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Cape Town Teacher Kim Towne murdered by husband in U. S. domestic violence case

Kim Towne, a South African teacher, was tragically murdered by her husband Alexander in their Chantilly home, revealing a harrowing tale of domestic abuse. Her brother shares insights into the signs that foreshadowed this heartbreaking incident.

Weekend Argus News
Kashiefa Ajam|Published

Off-duty police officer shot dead during KwaZulu-Natal robbery

n off-duty police officer was shot and killed during a brazen robbery in Inanda, KwaZulu-Natal, as police launch a murder investigation.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

SANDF chief slams ‘overnight defence specialists’, calls for sympathy for families of 14 slain troops

In a heartfelt tribute, SANDF Chief Rudzani Maphwanya called for a focus on mourning, rather than a political blame game after 14 soldiers were killed in conflict in the DRC.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

'Troops died from defending the defenceless': Ramaphosa honours 14 SANDF soldiers killed in DRC

In a sombre address, President Cyril Ramaphosa described the deaths of 14 SANDF troops killed in the DRC as a reminder of the high cost of bringing about peace.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Remains of 14 South African troops killed in DRC to be repatriated on Thursday, SANDF confirms

The SANDF has confirmed that the remains of the slain soldiers killed in the DRC will be repatriated to South Africa on Thursday.

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Vicious fight turns deadly, suspect faces murder charges

What started as a fight in a Limpopo village ended with one man dead and another in police custody, facing murder charges.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Mthembu|Published

Ramaphosa pays tribute to fallen soldiers, reaffirms peace commitment in DRC

President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to the 14 South African soldiers killed in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), highlighting their bravery in defending innocent lives amid one of Africa's most enduring conflicts

News Politics
Christopher Buda|Published

Palestinians say two killed in Israeli West Bank strike

An Israeli air strike has claimed two Palestinian lives and wounded three others in a targeted vehicle attack at the Nur Shams refugee camp, marking another deadly episode in escalating West Bank violence. This latest military action, jointly conducted by Israeli forces and Shin Bet, underscores the growing tensions in the region since October 2023, with casualties mounting on both sides.

News World
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Deadly blaze claims 10 lives at Turkish ski resort as safety concerns emerge

Tragedy struck a Turkish ski resort as guests desperately attempted to escape a devastating hotel fire by using bedsheets as ropes, with some jumping from windows. The blaze claimed 10 lives and left 32 injured, while revealing serious safety concerns at the popular holiday destination.

News World
AFP|Published

Life sentence for cop killer in Tembisa murder case

Justice has been served for the family of Sergeant W. Moruane, a Tembisa police officer who was ambushed and killed during a patrol in August 2023, as the South Gauteng High Court sentences Given Thabo Phasha to life imprisonment.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Mthembu|Published

Extradited murder suspect to appear in Hennenman Court

A 29-year-old man accused of brutally murdering his ex-girlfriend in Phomolong last year is set to appear in the Hennenman Magistrate's Court today.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Mthembu|Published

Don't Look Away | Young woman found dead in Canelands, boyfriend missing after gruesome discovery

On the arrival of Rusa, they found the woman lying on her side, her brown jersey stained with blood.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Mthembu|Published