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Chevon Booysen

Multimedia Journalist

Gender rights activists voice concerns over NPA's appeal in Omotoso case

Gender rights activists express scepticism over the NPA's appeal in the Timothy Omotoso case, fearing further trauma for sexual violence victims as the legal battle continues.

Cape Argus News
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NPA's appeal in Timothy Omotoso case raises concerns among gender rights activists

Gender rights activists express scepticism over the NPA's appeal in the Timothy Omotoso case, fearing further trauma for sexual violence victims as the legal battle continues.

News Crime and Courts
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Judicial Conduct Tribunal postpones hearing for Judge President Selby Mbenenge

Judicial Conduct Tribunal postpones hearing for Judge President Selby Mbenenge amid sexual harassment allegations.

News Crime and Courts
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CCTV footage controversy in sexual harassment case against Eastern Cape High Court Judge

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal continues its hearing into sexual harassment allegations against Eastern Cape High Court Judge President Selby Mbenenge, focusing on missing CCTV footage and procedural discrepancies.

Cape Times News
Chevon Booysen|Published

SCA reduces life sentence of rapist to ten years for assault on eight-year-old

The Supreme Court of Appeal has reduced the life sentence of Charles Phogole, convicted of raping an eight-year-old girl, to ten years, citing procedural missteps during his trial.

Cape Times News
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Missing CCTV footage complicates sexual harassment allegations against Eastern Cape Judge

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal continues its hearing into sexual harassment allegations against Eastern Cape High Court Judge President Selby Mbenenge, focusing on missing CCTV footage and procedural discrepancies.

Cape Argus News
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CCTV footage controversy in sexual harassment case against Eastern Cape High Court Judge

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal continues its hearing into sexual harassment allegations against Eastern Cape High Court Judge President Selby Mbenenge, focusing on missing CCTV footage and procedural discrepancies.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

Supreme Court's landmark ruling: Rapist's life sentence cut to ten years for assaulting eight-year-old

The Supreme Court of Appeal reduces the life sentence of Charles Phogole, convicted of raping an eight-year-old girl, to ten years, citing procedural missteps in the original trial.

Cape Argus News
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Supreme Court reduces life sentence of rapist to ten years for assault on eight-year-old

The Supreme Court of Appeal has reduced the life sentence of Charles Phogole, convicted of raping an eight-year-old girl, to ten years, citing procedural missteps during his trial.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

Mbenenge Tribunal: Mediation efforts fail after Mengo's WhatsApp revelations

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal hears testimony regarding Andiswa Mengo's allegations of sexual harassment against Judge President Selby Mbenenge, highlighting the complexities of mediation efforts.

News South Africa
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NPA's strategic move: Advocate Paul Pretorius's contract extension under discussion

Advocate Paul Pretorius SC is set to reinforce the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) as the NPA deliberates on his contract extension, aiming to enhance the fight against state capture.

News South Africa
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Former legal secretary testimony raises eyebrows over misplaced sexual harassment complaint

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal continued to scrutinise Kutlwano Moretlwe's testimony regarding the misplaced sexual harassment complaint by Andiswa Mengo.

Cape Times News
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Witness testimony continues in Judge Mbenenge's sexual harassment tribunal

Ntomboxolo Jobela continues her testimony at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal, detailing allegations of sexual harassment against Judge President Selby Mbenenge, as the hearing unfolds.

News Crime and Courts
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Former legal secretary Kutlwano Moretlwe's testimony scrutinised in sexual harassment case

he Judicial Conduct Tribunal continues to scrutinise Kutlwano Moretlwe's testimony regarding the misplaced sexual harassment complaint by Andiswa Mengo, raising questions about accountability and procedural integrity

Cape Argus News
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Former legal secretary testimony raises eyebrows over misplaced sexual harassment complaint

he Judicial Conduct Tribunal continues to scrutinise Kutlwano Moretlwe's testimony regarding the misplaced sexual harassment complaint by Andiswa Mengo, raising questions about accountability and procedural integrity

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

Emojis take centre stage at judge president’s sexual harassment hearing

Dr Zakeera Docrat sheds light on the interpretations of emojis in a sexual harassment case involving Judge President Selby Mbenenge, revealing how seemingly innocuous symbols can carry significant sexual connotations.

Cape Times News
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Emoji interpretations in the Mengo vs Mbenenge case: A forensic linguist's perspective

Dr Zakeera Docrat's testimony at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal reveals how emojis can convey sexual connotations in communications, shedding light on the complexities of interpreting digital messages in legal cases.

Cape Argus News
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Dr Zakeera Docrat reveals the dark side of emojis in sexual harassment cases

Dr Zakeera Docrat provides expert testimony on the interpretation of emojis in a sexual harassment case involving Judge President Selby Mbenenge.

News South Africa
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How emojis influence sexual harassment cases: Dr Zakeera Docrat's insights

Dr Zakeera Docrat sheds light on the interpretations of emojis in a sexual harassment case involving Judge President Selby Mbenenge, revealing how seemingly innocuous symbols can carry significant sexual connotations.

News South Africa
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Mengo vs Mbenenge: Key developments in South Africa's judicial sexual harassment case

Proceedings in the Judicial Conduct Tribunal continue as digital forensic investigator Francois Möller reveals evidence in the sexual harassment case against Judge President Selby Mbenenge.

Cape Argus News
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Cellphone evidence under scrutiny during Judge President Selby Mbenenge’s tribunal

The first witness called on Monday, Francois Möller, gave evidence at the Tribunal hearing relating to forensic data retrieved from two cellphone devices.

Cape Times News
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Mengo vs Mbenenge: Landmark sexual harassment case in South Africa's judiciary resumes

As the Judicial Conduct Tribunal resumes proceedings against Judge President Selby Mbenenge, the case exposes the systemic challenges victims face in the judiciary, highlighted by compelling digital forensic evidence.

News South Africa
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Soweto commemorates reburial of anti-apartheid activists Moloise and Mngomezululu

South Africa honours the legacy of anti-apartheid activists Benjamin Malesella Moloise and Abraham Zakhele Mngomezulu in a poignant reburial ceremony, symbolising a crucial step towards healing and justice for families long denied closure.

Cape Times News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Life sentence for Limpopo man who attempted to silence rape victim with R4

A Limpopo man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape of his girlfriend's 13-year-old daughter, highlighting the ongoing battle against gender-based violence in South Africa.

Cape Argus News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Soweto commemorates the reburial of anti-apartheid activists Moloise and Mngomezulu

South Africa honours the legacy of anti-apartheid activists Benjamin Malesella Moloise and Abraham Zakhele Mngomezulu in a poignant reburial ceremony, symbolising a crucial step towards healing and justice for families long denied closure.

News South Africa
Chevon Booysen|Published