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Oscar Pistorius' return to sport, a disrespect to Reeva Steenkamp's legacy

“What Oscar does is of no significance to her”, says June Steenkamp's lawyer

Sunday Tribune News
Karen Singh|Published

UDEMWO criticises Oscar Pistorius' return to sport, calling it a disrespect to Reeva Steenkamp's legacy

UDEMWO voices strong condemnation of Oscar Pistorius' triathlon participation, labelling it an affront to Reeva Steenkamp's memory and exposing critical flaws in South Africa's justice system.

News
Karen Singh|Published

Shamila Batohi faces pressure to clarify NPA interference claims

Outgoing NDPP Shamila Batohi is under mounting pressure to clarify her claims of political interference in the NPA, as high-profile cases and parliamentary calls for accountability intensify.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

NPA Hit with Massive Legal Bill After Botched Banxso Case

Taxpayers left to foot nearly R500,000 after prosecutors' failed funds grab backfires in court.

Tech Fintech
Staff Reporter|Published

Sangoma appears in court, linked to murder of two-year-old

A sangoma and the mother of a missing toddler have appeared in the Vanderbijlpark Magistrate's Court facing charges of human trafficking and conspiracy to commit a crime.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Former DA councillor sentenced to life in prison for burning his family to death

In a harrowing case of domestic violence, former DA councillor Michael Buthelezi has been sentenced to life in prison for the tragic arson that claimed the lives of his fiancée and three children.

News Crime and Courts
Simon Majadibodu|Published

‘Arrested girls lied about their ages’: Police say suspects with stolen Toyota Hilux are minors

Police say birth certificates revealed that the two people arrested in Limpopo for possessing a stolen Toyota Hilux are minors, and they will be moved to a place of safety.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

How the family of slain MUT lecturer Chanlall Dwarika seeks closure after justice is served

The family of Chanlall Dwarika, a dedicated lecturer at Mangosuthu University of Technology, grapples with grief and relief as justice is served with life sentences for his brutal murderers.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Courtroom antics: Zithulele Mkhize's Bluetooth chair brings laughter during Zandile Gumede fraud trial

During the Zandile Gumede fraud trial, Zithulele Mkhize brings a Bluetooth massaging chair to court, creating a light-hearted atmosphere among court staff and co-accused as he manages his health issues.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

NPA ready to proceed with Cradock Four inquest, MPs told

The Cradock Four inquest is finally set to commence next month, as MPs demand accountability and justice for the victims of apartheid-era crimes.

Cape Times News
Staff Reporter|Published

NPA decides against prosecution in Matatiele rape case of 7-year-old girl

The National Prosecuting Authority has decided not to prosecute in the case of a 7-year-old girl, Cwecwe, who was allegedly raped in Matatiele. This decision follows a review of the evidence, which was deemed insufficient for prosecution.

Cape Argus News
Vernon Pillay|Published

NPA decides not to prosecute in Cwecwe rape case

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has announced its decision not to pursue prosecution in the rape case of 7-year-old Cwecwe from Matatiele, Eastern Cape.

News South Africa
Vernon Pillay|Published

Tragic details of 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek's death leave community in mourning

Jayden-Lee Meek, an 11-year-old student from Royal College, was found dead after going missing in Fleurhof. His teacher describes him as a bright spark, and the community is demanding justice amid rising crime concerns.

Cape Argus News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Durban mother sentenced to 20 years for the brutal murder of her daughter

A 35-year-old mother, Teneil Ursula Kok, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the murder of her three-year-old daughter, Fadillah.

Daily News News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Durban mother sentenced to 20 years for the murder of her three-year-old daughter

A 35-year-old mother, Teneil Ursula Kok, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the murder of her three-year-old daughter, Fadillah.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Community in mourning as tragic details emerge about 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek

One of the teachers at the Royal College in Florida has decried the tragic passing of 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek who lost his life under tragic circumstances this week.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Unpacking the High Court ruling in the Usindiso building fire case

The High Court of South Africa, Gauteng Division, has deemed the confession of Lawrance Sithebiso Mdlalose as admissible evidence.

News Crime and Courts
IOL Reporter|Published

Inquest into Chief Albert Luthuli's death: Mashatile speaks out

Deputy President Paul Mashatile discusses the recent departure of Afrikaners to the US and the reopening of the inquest into the mysterious death of anti-apartheid leader Chief Albert Luthuli.

News South Africa
Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Arrest warrant issued by Durban High Court for Folweni murder suspect

A warrant for the arrest of one of the 10 accused in the shocking Folweni murders has been issued by the Durban High Court, as the case heads towards a crucial pre-trial conference next month.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

NPA rejects consolidation of Zibuse Mlaba's murder case with alleged killer

The National Prosecuting Authority has denied a request to consolidate the murder cases of former KZN MPL Zibuse Mlaba and hitman Mncedisi Gwala.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Suspects in AKA's murder linked to taxi boss kidnapping and murder charges

As the murder trial of AKA and Tibz progresses, suspects face additional charges linked to a separate taxi-related murder.

Cape Argus News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Men accused of AKA's murder also charged in taxi boss kidnapping case

Two men charged in the murders of rapper Kiernan AKA Forbes and chef Tebello Tibz Motsoane are charged with kidnapping and murder in another matter related to a taxi boss's death, with a pre-trial conference scheduled for June 12.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Pre-trail hearing for 5 accused in the AKA's murder matter will commence in June

Advocate Simphiwe Mlotshwa is set to represent five men accused of the murder of South African rapper Kiernan AKA Forbes and his friend, chef Tebello Motsoane, as the case progresses in the Durban High Court.

Daily News News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Advocate Simphiwe Mlotshwa to represent five accused in AKA's murder case

Advocate Simphiwe Mlotshwa is set to represent five men accused of the murder of South African rapper Kiernan AKA Forbes and his friend, chef Tebello Motsoane, as the case progresses in the Durban High Court.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Joshlin Smith's disappearance exposes the vulnerability of South African children

One of the strong themes that emerged from the Joshlin Smith kidnapping trial was the vulnerability of South African children

Daily News News
Daily News Reporter|Published