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Paramedic sentenced to life for rape; prophet arrested for alleged assault on teen girl
The Polokwane Regional Court has sentenced a 56-year-old paramedic to life imprisonment for the rape of a 14-year-old girl, while a 35-year-old prophet has been arrested for allegedly raping a 15-year-old girl. The cases highlight ongoing concerns about sexual violence against minors in Limpopo, with investigations still underway.
Shocking testimony: Kid Cudi claims Diddy broke into his home and set his Porsche on fire
Kid Cudi revealed a more sinister side of Combs’ behaviour, recalling a break-in at his home where Combs allegedly tampered with his security system and locked his dog in a bathroom
What’s a ‘freak off’? Delving into the scandalous sex party allegations against Sean 'Diddy' Combs
In a case that intertwines fame, fortune, and allegations of exploitation, Sean “Diddy” Combs faces a trial that not only challenges his legacy but also raises imperative questions about the complexities of consent and power dynamics in Hollywood's hidden world.
Prosecutor alleges Sean 'Diddy' Combs coerced escort to perform shocking act on Cassie Ventura
Emotional testimony from a male escort described years of orchestrated sex acts, some filmed by Combs, and violent scenes behind closed doors.
Zimbabwean women arrested fined in Harare for advertising sexual services on social media
Nine women in Zimbabwe were fined, with the option of spending a month in jail, after being arrested for promoting sexual services on social media platforms.
School environments remain fertile ground for sexual harassment of children
Dr Sheetal Bhoola says children enduring sexual harassment, especially at school, has almost become an accepted norm in South Africa.
UK comedian Russell Brand arrives at court to face rape charges
British actor and comedian Russell Brand has been charged with rape and a number of other sexual offences alleged to have taken place between 1999 and 2005 involving four women.
Community unites to uplift Operation Bobbi Bear with vital food donations
Operation Bobbi Bear receives vital food donations from the community following a successful Mass Ride, highlighting the organisation's commitment to supporting abused children in KwaZulu-Natal.
Kanye West unveils dark childhood secret: 'I sucked my cousin's d***' in new track
Ye’s startling new track lays bare a childhood trauma he says shaped his life: early exposure to adult magazines and a sexual relationship with his cousin.
Protecting children online: The Film and Publications Board's initiatives against harmful content
The Film and Publications Board (FPB) is taking significant steps to combat illegal activities, including child pornography, by gaining access to the dark web. This article explores the FPB's recent briefing on harmful online content, the challenges they face, and their ongoing efforts to protect children in South Africa
Andrew Tate’s girlfriend accuses him of violent sexual assault
Bri Stern has reported Andrew Tate to the police, alleging a violent sexual encounter that left her injured.
WATCH: Diddy’s inner circle breaks silence in explosive new documentary, amid criminal allegations
A powerful new documentary, “Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy”, shines a spotlight on Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs' controversial career, offering an inside look at his rise to fame and the criminal accusations that have now clouded his legacy.
Dysfunctional criminal justice system tearing a nation apart
OPINION: The implementation of the National Development Plan policing policies is overdue, including de-militarisation, improved training and, of crucial importance, an independent oversight board — but the political appetite appears lacking, writes Mary De Haas.
‘You’re dismissed’: Home Affairs fires 18 officials for corruption, fraud and sexual harassment
The reasons for dismissals of the 18 officers differ, with four of them being fired for irregular ranting of ID documents, while six were dismissed for irregular solemnisation and registration of marriages.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs has made a new request for bail
Sean Combs has made a new request for bail. The rapper faces a raft of charges including sex trafficking and racketeering says the prosecution has a thin case against him.
Diddy’s attorneys file appeal for release ahead of trial
The star was first denied bail on September 17 and his team quickly filed an appeal but this second attempt to be granted bail was denied a day later on September 18.
Diddy issues furious denial from jail as 120 more victims come forward with sex abuse claims
One individual alleged he was aged nine when he was abused, and the allegations cover a period from 1991 to this year.
More stars to be named? High-profile figures linked to Diddy’s sex abuse trial told to ‘come forward now’
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is reportedly just one of several ‘powerful individuals’ implicated in the alleged sexual assaults said to have taken place at his ‘Freak Off’ parties.
Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to new sex crime charge
The once-powerful movie mogul was unshaven and appeared pale and visibly frail during his brief court appearance
Back in the dock! Man back in court for raping seven-year-old girl inside his Diepsloot tuckshop
A 34-year-old Ethiopian man, accused of raping a seven-year-old girl inside his Diepsloot tuckshop, is expected to appear in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday.
‘Keep rapist in jail, protect our community’: Diepsloot rape victim’s tearful mother pleads
“I don't want the man to get bail. What he did to my daughter is horrific, and I am still shaken. Now, my daughter is too scared to play with her friends because everyone’s talking about it,” said the mother.
Court postpones bail hearing for Ethiopian man accused of raping Diepsloot girl, 7, after lawyer fails to show
The man was arrested after he allegedly lured the girl and a boy, 10, inside his shop with snacks and then gave the boy R5 and told him to cover his face. Then he allegedly raped the girl.
Landlady in hot water: Diepsloot residents want all foreign-owned tuckshops shut down
“We don’t want them here and demand all their shops be shut down. Our kids are not safe as they run to these tuckshops with their money, and we can't tolerate people doing such horrible things to our children,” said resident Phumzile Moloi
‘I want him denied bail’: Mother of Diepsloot girl, 7, allegedly raped by Ethiopian man in his shop
“I want him denied bail because what he did to my daughter has left her in pain and fear. She’s no longer free or safe, and she is afraid to go outside and play with her friends,” the mother said.
‘Prioritise sexual education’ : Gender Commission calls on department of education after learner gave birth in toilet
The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has urged the Department of Education to prioritise comprehensive sexual education following an incident at Molautsi Secondary School in Blood River, Limpopo, where a Grade 10 student gave birth in the school's toilets.