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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.
Court orders R680K payout for unlawful arrest and malicious prosecution
In a significant ruling highlighting police accountability, a South African High Court has ordered authorities to pay over R680,000 in damages after finding both the arrest and subsequent prosecution of a man were unlawful. The case exposed serious procedural failures by law enforcement.
Tshwane offers one-month amnesty for illegal electricity users
Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise announces an amnesty for illegal electricity connections in Tshwane, aiming to promote accountability and support residents facing financial difficulties.