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As the dust settles on the controversial acquittal of Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso by the Eastern Cape High Court, the Cultural, Religious and Linguistic (CRL) Rights Commission has pledged to continue its investigation into the factors that led to the dramatic verdict.
A recent video of Kwaito star Brickz performing with inmates in a prison choir has sparked a heated debate on social media about rehabilitation and second chances.
Following the acquittal of Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso, his victims, including Sarah Mofokeng, share their emotional testimonies and call for justice, highlighting the ongoing struggle against gender-based violence in South Africa.
Deputy national Commissioner Tebello Mosikili said 30 statements have been taken mainly from the staff of the school, medical personnel who examined the victim, children who were with the victim on the day of the rape and family members.
Police officials clarify the timeline and details surrounding the investigation into the alleged rape of 7-year-old Cwecwe at a private school in Matatiele, addressing public concerns and the complexities involved.
The SAPS has denied claims surrounding the investigation of an alleged rape incident involving a victim known as Cwecwe in Matatiele, Eastern Cape
The CRL Rights Commission has appointed Professor Musa Xulu to lead a new independent committee tasked with preserving dignity in South Africa's religious sector. This initiative follows controversial cases like the Timothy Omotoso trial and aims to address spiritual transgressions without regulating religious practice.
Members of the MKP Women's League marched on Monday to demand urgent reforms in South Africa's justice system, highlighting the failures in addressing gender-based violence and calling for accountability for perpetrators.
The murder trial of Kirsten Kluyts took an unexpected turn as Bafana Mahungela, the accused, changed his legal representation, raising questions about the trial's future.
The trial of Bafana Mahungela, the student accused of killing Sandton teacher Kirsten Kluyts starts Monday in the Johannesburg High Court.
The department said the incident took place on March 24, 2025, and it was brought to the attention of the school by the learner’s parent a day after it happened.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for men to lead the fight against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide, stating that since men are the perpetrators, they must take responsibility for ending the cycle of violence.
The South African National Defence Force has denied deploying troops to monitor the anti-GBV march in Matatiele supporting seven-year-old rape victim Cwecwe, stating soldiers were in the area for border duties only. Multiple political parties had raised concerns about military presence at the civilian protest.
Residents of Rethabiseng township on Wednesday demanded justice as a man appeared in court for the alleged rape of his six-year-old niece.
AfriForum has accused National Police Minister Senzo Mchunu of remaining silent while Bergview College principal was accused of raping a pupil, saying there would be grave legal consequences.
Activists brought Pretoria CBD to a standstill Tuesday, demanding justice for 7-year-old Cwecwe, allegedly raped at an Eastern Cape school. Despite recent DNA test results showing no foreign DNA, protesters are calling for accountability from authorities and highlighting systemic failures in handling sexual violence against children.