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Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Jonisayi Maromo

Jonisayi Maromo is a Pan-African news journalist with almost two decades of newsroom experience covering international relations, politics, crime and investigations.

'I am staying': AfriForum’s Kallie Kriel says Afrikaners cannot survive in US as a cultural community

AfriForum's Kallie Kriel insists there are genuine concerns of Afrikaners opting for refuge in the US, while asserting the importance of staying in South Africa for cultural survival.

News Politics
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Congregants celebrate as court rules Timothy Omotoso will not be deported

The East London Magistrate's Court has granted freedom to Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso, ruling that he will not be deported until his review application is heard, sparking joyous celebrations among his supporters.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Chinese Consul General Pan Qingjiang donates R250,000 equipment to support Soweto school

China donated equipment worth R250,000 to Progress Comprehensive High School in Soweto, strengthening the bond between China and South Africa.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Beitbridge taxi association officials shot dead at Musina eatery in midnight gun battle

Preliminary investigations reveal that members of a taxi association were seated at the food outlet when unknown assailants approached and opened fire.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Aserie Ndlovu and Zodwa Mdhluli | Three more suspects arrested in connection with couple's disappearance

Police said the three suspects were arrested in the early hours of Tuesday, at around 1am, after human remains were found last week.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

'The judge erred': NPA appeals Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso's rape acquittal

The NPA is set to appeal the High Court's controversial acquittal of Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso, raising questions about the justice system's handling of serious allegations.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

Solidarity Movement: 'By far, majority of Afrikaners will remain in South Africa'

The Solidarity Movement expressed sadness over the departure of nearly 50 Afrikaners who relocated to the United States, following a controversial offer from President Trump.

News Politics
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

‘These are not refugees’: Afrikaners relocating to the US can return to South Africa, but there’s a catch

The South African government asserts that the 49 Afrikaners departing for the US under Trump's offer are not refugees, raising questions about political motivations and the implications for South Africa's constitutional democracy.

News Politics
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Night of horrors: Robbers terrorised villagers, raped children and shot man in his home

Police in Limpopo are on the hunt for two armed suspects behind a wave of violent house robberies and sexual assaults that have left the Hoveni village community in fear.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

How the chartered flight for Afrikaner refugees to the United States was approved

The Department of Transport said the flight was approved to carry Afrikaner refugees to the US, following a controversial offer from President Trump. This article explores the approval process and the political ramifications of this decision.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

SA Water Crisis | Is South Africa's water infrastructure on the brink of collapse? Experts call for urgent reform

South Africa's water infrastructure is crumbling due to years of neglect. What do experts say about the urgent need for reform?

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Investigating Wicknell Chivayo: South African banks linked to R800 million money laundering allegations

Circulated documents reveal Wicknell Chivayo's alleged receipt of R800 million from a controversial R1. 2 billion tender, raising serious questions about the role of South African banks in this unfolding corruption scandal.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Wrong turn: Thieves tried to steal cars at Thaba Tshwane military base and were tackled by soldiers

A daring gang of criminals from Mamelodi tried to steal vehicles at Thaba Tshwane military base and were thwarted by vigilant soldiers.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Violence erupts in Limpopo as community demands justice for crime victims

Following a gruesome crime in Malamulele, Limpopo, community members have reacted with violence, prompting police to appeal for calm and assure that justice will be served.

Cape Argus News
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Defenceless woman was brutally murdered at Dirkiesdorp while demanding her goat

The 46-year-old Mpumalanga woman was killed and buried in a shallow when she went to confront the man who was in possession of her goat.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Presidency sends condolences to families of journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli

Deputy Minister Kenny Morolong conveys heartfelt condolences to the families of journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli, following the tragic discovery of remains of two individuals.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Watch VideoSuspect linked with missing journo, partner led police to bodies

Police have found two bodies, believed to be missing community radio journalist Aserie Sibusiso Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Precious Mdhluli who have been missing since February 18.

Cape Times News
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Deadly violence erupts after a father was tied up as armed intruders shoot son and rape teenage daughter

In a shocking incident in Limpopo, a father was tied up during a brutal home invasion that left his son dead and daughter assaulted, prompting community outrage and police intervention.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Mozambican men, armed with rifle, arrested for illegal hunting in Kruger National Park

Two Mozambican men, aged 29 and 38, were arrested in Kruger National Park for illegal possession of a firearm and trespassing, following a patrol by field rangers who tracked them down.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Watch VideoAserie Ndlovu and partner | Police confirm human remains found at site pointed out by suspect

Police have found two bodies, believed to be missing community radio journalist Aserie Sibusiso Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Precious Mdhluli who have been missing since February 18.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Senzo Mchunu: We have not found missing journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu said the search for missing journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Precious Mdhluli is still ongoing, with a doubled reward for information.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

‘Please do not leave SAPS’: Minister Senzo Mchunu’s appeal at Constable Senoge’s funeral

At the funeral of Constable Boipelo Senoge in Bloemfontein, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu delivered a poignant tribute, urging SAPS members to remain steadfast in their service despite the challenges they face.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Limpopo manhunt: Father tied up as armed intruders shoot son and assault daughter

Police in Limpopo are searching for two suspects involved in a brutal incident that left a father mourning the loss of his son and his daughter as a victim of assault.

Cape Argus News
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

‘I believe we are close to the end’: Son of missing woman Zodwa Mdhluli’s heartfelt appeal

Zodwa Precious Mdhluli and journalist Sibusiso Aserie Ndlovu have been missing for nearly three months. As the search continues, their families receive updates from authorities, and a reward for information has doubled to R100,000.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published