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Elderly woman, 69, stabbed to death in Eastern Cape home

Eastern Cape police seek information on the stabbing of a 69-year-old woman found dead in her bedroom, as the motive for this act remains unknown.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Family claims insurance motive in murder of Limpopo nurse Morudi Phetla

The family of 64-year-old Morudi Frank Phetla, a respected nurse found murdered beneath the Mabintana Bridge, believes his wife and two accomplices killed him for insurance money.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Double murder along coastal stretch reignite calls for better safety measures on Baden Powell Drive

Two men were found murdered on Baden Powell Drive, prompting renewed calls from the Strandfontein community for improved safety measures, including better lighting and CCTV surveillance.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Minister calls for justice after young prosecutor shot near home in Eastern Cape

Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has condemned the tragic murder of young prosecutor Elona Sombulula, who was shot near his home in Eastern Cape, urging law enforcement to act swiftly in bringing the perpetrators to justice.

Cape Argus News
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Justice minister condemns 'senseless murder' of young prosecutor gunned down near his Eastern Cape home

Minister of Justice Mmamoloko Kubayi has condemned the murder of prosecutor Elona Sombulula, who was shot in Ngcobo. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Justice Minister condemns murder of prosecutor Elona Sombulula

The National Prosecuting Authority mourns the tragic murder of Elona Sombulula, a young prosecutor whose untimely death has sent shockwaves through South Africa's legal community, igniting calls for justice.

Cape Times News
Chevon Booysen|Published

NPA expresses outrage over the murder of promising Ngcobo prosecutor Elona Sombulula

The National Prosecuting Authority mourns the tragic murder of Elona Sombulula, a young prosecutor whose untimely death has sent shockwaves through South Africa's legal community, igniting calls for justice

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

Walter Sisulu University residence manager's murder case postponed amid student protests

The murder case against a residence manager accused of killing a Walter Sisulu University student has been postponed, igniting protests from students demanding justice for poor living conditions.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Residence manager arrested for murder of WSU student, due in court

A residence manager who has been arrested for the alleged murder of a Walter Sisulu University student during a protest over poor living conditions, is expected to appear in court facing charges of murder and attempted murder.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Why a shooter was allowed to kill inside Wynberg Magistrate's Court

Following a tragic shooting at Wynberg Magistrates’ Court, attorney Barend Matthewson argues that the court's failure to implement electronic screening measures has led to preventable violence, highlighting the need for dignity and safety in judicial proceedings.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

How prison officials attempted to conceal murder of inmate

The Department of Correctional Services confirms the unnatural death of inmate Mpho Mkhumbeni at Mangaung Correctional Centre, sparking an investigation into alleged torture and misconduct by prison officials.

Cape Times News
IOL|Published

Investigation launched after inmate's death from pepper spray at Mangaung Correctional Centre

The Department of Correctional Services confirms the unnatural death of inmate Mpho Mkhumbeni at Mangaung Correctional Centre, sparking an investigation into alleged torture and misconduct by prison officials.

News South Africa
Published

Deadly student unrest caught us by surprise- WSU

Tensions escalated at Walter Sisulu University after a residence manager allegedly opened fire on students protesting poor accommodation conditions, leaving one dead and multiple injured.

Cape Times News
Lisa Isaacs, Simon Majadibodu and Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

Outrage erupts at Walter Sisulu University after fatal shooting of student

Students at Walter Sisulu University are protesting following a tragic incident where one student was killed and others injured by a residence manager during unrest over poor living conditions.

Cape Argus News
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Fatal shooting sparks outrage and protests at WSU Mthatha campus

Tensions escalate at Walter Sisulu University after a residence manager allegedly opened fire on students protesting poor accommodation conditions, leaving one dead and multiple injured

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

One student killed, three injured in Walter Sisulu University protest shooting

Tragedy struck at Walter Sisulu University when a university employee allegedly shot at protesting students, leaving one dead and three injured. Operations have been suspended as investigations continue.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

NPA alleges cover-up in chief Albert Luthuli’s death: Apartheid-era plot exposed

The National Prosecuting Authority has presented evidence of an alleged apartheid-era conspiracy to cover up the true circumstances of Nobel Peace Prize winner Chief Albert Luthuli's death in 1967. New medical testimony suggests his injuries were inconsistent with being struck by a train and instead point to a possible assault.

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Jeff Radebe: ANC always suspected apartheid regime assassinated Luthuli and Mxenge

ANC KwaZulu-Natal convenor Jeff Radebe reveals the party has always suspected apartheid-era assassinations in the deaths of anti-apartheid icons Chief Albert Luthuli and Griffiths Mxenge.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Fear stalk court rooms as lax security and broken metal detectors put judicial officials at risk

A shooting incident at Wynberg Magistrate’s Court has left one man dead, prompting urgent calls for enhanced security measures within South Africa’s judicial system.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

‘White Monopoly Capital and ANC allies are behind Chris Hani’s death, says EFF’s Carl Niehaus

EFF member Carl Niehaus has made explosive claims that 'White Monopoly Capital' and ANC collaborators were the true masterminds behind Chris Hani's assassination 32 years ago.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Shooting inside Wynberg Magistrate's Court leaves one dead, police investigate

A shooting incident at Wynberg Magistrate's Court this morning has resulted in the death of one man. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the attack and urge anyone with information to assist.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Action Society demands answers in the brutal murder of pensioner Ellen Malan

Action Society is demanding answers regarding the murder of 89-year-old Ellen Malan, whose tragic death highlights the ongoing DNA backlog crisis affecting justice in South Africa

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Two suspects arrested for six murders in Soshanguve expected in court

Two suspects, aged 27 and 50, were arrested on Monday for the brutal murders of six people at the Marry Me Informal Settlement in Soshanguve. They are also allegedly linked to previous robberies and murders that happened last month.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Death toll in Soshanguve mass shooting rises to six, Lesufi confirms

The death toll from the Marry Me Informal Settlement, in Soshanguve, has increased to six, with four night patrollers still in hospital, while two others have been discharged.

The Star News
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Death toll in Soshanguve mass shooting rises to six, Lesufi confirmed

The death toll from the Marry Me Informal Settlement, in Soshanguve, has increased to six, with four night patrollers still in hospital, while two others have been discharged.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published