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Bail Fund pilot project for prisoners to be launched in WC
Families in South Africa are hesitant to pay bail for juvenile offenders, fearing potential community disruption. The Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services explores a proposed Bail Fund aimed at assisting 'prisoners of poverty' while addressing public safety concerns, sparking a crucial debate on justice and community safety.
Proposed bail fund sparks debate among lawmakers and civil society
As South Africa considers a new Bail Fund to support low-risk detainees, experts and lawmakers weigh in on the critical balance between public safety and justice reform.
Why families choose detention over bail for juvenile offenders
Families in South Africa are hesitant to pay bail for juvenile offenders, fearing potential community disruption. The Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services explores a proposed Bail Fund aimed at assisting 'prisoners of poverty' while addressing public safety concerns, sparking a crucial debate on justice and community safety.
Elderly man wrongfully arrested for child rape to receive R1. 5 million in damages
An elderly man from Mpumalanga, wrongfully accused of child rape and imprisoned for over 16 months, is set to receive R1. 5 million in damages from the police after a Gauteng High Court ruling.
Chris Brown demands justice for Tory Lanez following harrowing prison attack
Chris Brown steps into the spotlight, demanding justice for Tory Lanez after a shocking jail stabbing incident.
Pepper sprayed to death: Four warders arrested for murder of inmate
Four prison warders have been arrested in connection with the murder of inmate Mpho Mkhumbeni, who died from exposure to pepper spray at Mangaung Correctional Centre.
Pepper sprayed to death: Four warders arrested for alleged murder of inmate
Four prison warders have been arrested in connection with the murder of inmate Mpho Mkhumbeni, who died from exposure to pepper spray at Mangaung Correctional Centre.
Joe Exotic marries fellow inmate Jorge Flores Maldonado in prison
The 62-year-old reality star found love behind bars with Jorge Marquez.
Court increases unlawful arrest payout to R50 000 for deceased North West woman
The Supreme Court of Appeal has posthumously increased compensation to R50 000 for a North West woman who endured 'despicable and humiliating' unlawful arrest, tripling the initial award after finding the original amount unjustifiably low.
'Obey now, grieve later': court upholds prison official's dismissal for refusing hospital duty
The Johannesburg Labour Appeal Court has reinforced workplace discipline by upholding a prison official's dismissal after he twice refused to escort an inmate with urgent medical needs to hospital. The ruling emphasizes that the 'obey now and grieve later' principle is especially critical in law enforcement settings, where immediate compliance with lawful instructions is essential.
Court upholds prison official's dismissal for refusing hospital duty
The Johannesburg Labour Appeal Court has reinforced workplace discipline by upholding a prison official's dismissal after he twice refused to escort an inmate with urgent medical needs to hospital. The ruling emphasizes that the 'obey now and grieve later' principle is especially critical in law enforcement settings, where immediate compliance with lawful instructions is essential.
'Obey now, grieve later': court upholds prison official's dismissal for refusing hospital duty
The Johannesburg Labour Appeal Court has reinforced workplace discipline by upholding a prison official's dismissal after he twice refused to escort an inmate with urgent medical needs to hospital. The ruling emphasizes that the 'obey now and grieve later' principle is especially critical in law enforcement settings, where immediate compliance with lawful instructions is essential.
Drug addicted man sentenced to 30 years for brutal murder of grandparents
A 28-year-old from the Eastern Cape, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the brutal murder of his grandparents, a crime driven by his drug addiction.
Court imposes five-year sentence on Zimbabwean men for smuggling R8 million worth of tobacco
Two Zimbabwean nationals have been sentenced to five years in prison for their involvement in the illicit tobacco trade, valued at R8 million.
Nutrition experts revamp meal plans for South African prisoners
The Department of Correctional Services has enlisted nutrition experts to enhance the dietary standards for prisoners, amending their meal plans to ensure a balanced diet.
North West woman sentenced to life for brutal murder of elderly victim
Bridgette Bojosi receives a life sentence for the brutal murder of 65-year-old Anna Mokowe, highlighting the ongoing issue of violence against the elderly in South Africa.
North West man sentenced to life for stabbing uncle to death with okapi knife over car dispute
A 22-year-old man from North West faces life in prison after a brutal murder of his uncle over a car dispute, highlighting the tragic consequences of violence.
Calls for Department of Correctional Services to provide concrete plans to stop prison escapes
Recent prison escapes in South Africa highlight the urgent need for the Department of Correctional Services to formulate a robust plan.
A$AP Rocky rejects plea deal, faces 'significant prison sentence
A$AP Rocky faces up to 24 years behind bars after rejecting a plea deal in his firearms assault case. The rapper, appearing in a Los Angeles court, maintained his innocence while his defence team introduced a surprising new 'prop gun' narrative.
38-year-old man to serve an effective 18 years in prison for the brutal murder of his wife
Malose Masosa stabbed his wife while walking home from a tavern, leaving her body outside another homestead.
Cuba frees 127 prisoners in Joe Biden deal including opposition leader
In a dramatic diplomatic breakthrough, Cuba has released prominent opposition figure Jose Daniel Ferrer and 126 other prisoners following a historic deal with the Biden administration. The agreement, which removes Cuba from the US terrorism sponsors list, marks a significant shift in US-Cuba relations - but faces uncertainty with Trump's imminent return to power.
Wendy Williams weighs on Diddy's arrest: 'Will go to prison for life'
Wendy Williams predicts that Diddy will face life in prison following his arrest for sex trafficking and racketeering.
WATCH: Viral music video of R. Kelly from prison revealed as AI-generated hoax
A viral music video claiming to be of R. Kelly in prison is revealed as AI-generated, disturbing fans who want him to serve his jail sentence in peace.
Two South Africans among 106 latest illegal miners to be retrieved from Stilfontein shaft with death toll at 51
The death toll has risen to 51 with the nationalities of those who have died in the bowels of the earth not specified.
US President-elect Trump to be sentenced for hush money conviction
Donald Trump will be sentenced on January 10, for covering up hush money payments to a porn star despite the US President-elect's last-ditch efforts to frustrate a process that would make him the first felon in the White House.