Man arrested for killing protected eagle owl
The violence was captured on video, with audible screams from witnesses attempting to intervene. Sadly, the owl succumbed to its injuries, almost every bone in its body nearly shattered from the severity of the attack.
No need for military intervention in gang violence - WC top cop
Police are however conducting a work study on another possible police station in Delft, due to crime levels.
Western Cape police say no need for military intervention in gang violence
Western Cape Police Commissioner Thembisile Patekile said that the situation in gang-ridden areas is under control, despite calls for military intervention.
Man arrested for allegedly killing protected eagle owl at Sea Point
An eagle owl was killed by a man at Sunset Beach, sparking outrage and a swift response from local authorities and animal rights advocates.
Kidnapping, rape of paramedic in Khayelitsha raises alarm
The brutal kidnapping and rape of a female paramedic by seven men in Khayelitsha has highlighted the dangerous environments in which many frontline workers, particularly women, are operating.
Ilitha Labantu calls for action after kidnapping and rape of paramedic in Khayelitsha
Ilitha Labantu demands immediate reforms following the shocking kidnapping and rape of a female paramedic in Khayelitsha, highlighting the urgent need for action against gender-based violence in South Africa.
Heartbreaking scene: woman delivers baby as husband dies from stabbing
In a heart-wrenching incident in Cape Town, a woman gives birth beside her husband, who was fatally stabbed moments earlier. As she navigates this unimaginable tragedy, she faces the daunting task of raising three children alone.
Cytheria Rex murder case sentencing delayed again after 16 years
After nearly 16 years of delays, the sentencing of five men convicted in the Cytheria Rex murder case has been postponed once again, raising questions about justice and accountability.
Police minister praises officers after shootout with notorious extortionist
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu commends officers for their courage following a deadly shootout that claimed the life of extortionist Yanga Nyalara and six others in the Eastern Cape.
Alleged extortionist Yanga Nyalara killed in police shootout in Eastern Cape
Yanga Nyalara, an alleged extortionist with a controversial past, was killed in a police shootout while attempting to evade arrest in Eastern Cape.
Police shootout claims lives of six, including alleged extortionist Yanga Nyalara
A police report reveals that Yanga Nyalara, an alleged extortionist, was killed in a shootout during a police chase in Eastern Cape, raising questions about police conduct and the ongoing taxi violence.
Financial difficulties spark Stellenbosch protests
Stellenbosch University became the latest Western Cape institution to experience student unrest following protests at UCT and CPUT over fee blocks, financial exclusion and accommodation issues.
Frustrations over historical debt mount as Stellenbosch University joins nationwide protests
It came as students from the University of Cape Town (UCT) carried out protest action this week regarding fee debt and student housing, including transit and vacation accommodation.
Five dead in Eastern Cape shootout: Yanga ‘Bara’ Nyalara among the victims?
Police are investigating a shootout in the Eastern Cape that resulted in the deaths of five men, including Yanga 'Bara' Nyalara, known for his alleged involvement in multiple murders
Yanga ‘Bara’ Nyalara linked to Eastern Cape shootout
Police are investigating the murder of five men, including suspected extortion kingpin Yanga ‘Bara’ Nyalara, following a violent shootout near Ndabakazi in the Eastern Cape.
‘Joshlin’s disappearance messed up my life’: the trauma of being wrongfully accused
She was wrongfully accused in the disappearance of six-year old Joshlin Smith but was later released from police custody after it emerged that she had nothing to do with the crime.
Stellenbosch University students protest against financial exclusion
Students at Stellenbosch University protest against financial exclusion, demanding equitable access to education and highlighting systemic issues affecting their academic journeys.
Student protest sparks chaos at Stellenbosch University over registration problems
Students at Stellenbosch University protested on Thursday, demanding support for peers facing deregistration due to ongoing registration issues.
Community unites in search for missing Joshlin Smith
As the investigation into Joshlin Smith's disappearance continues, community leaders express their determination to find her and support her family.
Chaos at Stellenbosch University amidst student protest
Protesting students at Stellenbosch University are moving from one faculty to the next, removing students from lecture rooms.
“Joshlin’s disappearance messed up my life”
The mother-of-three was apprehended weeks after Joshlin went missing on February 19, 2024 and as the anniversary of her arrest approaches, Sigaqa said she is forced to relive the trauma she experienced.
How Joshlin’s case united a community
One year after the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, the Saldanha Bay community reflects on their united efforts to find her, highlighting the emotional journey and ongoing investigation.
One year later: The ongoing search for Joshlin Smith in Saldanha Bay
A year after the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, Saldanha Bay residents gather to remember her and advocate for justice.
Community remembers missing Joshlin Smith on one-year anniversary
As the community of Saldanha Bay marked the one-year anniversary of Joshlin Smith's disappearance on Wednesday, family and friends gathered to remember her, call for justice, and reflect on the ongoing search for answers.
Hope and Solidarity: The search for Joshlin Smith
Alderman Andre Truter reflects on the community's response to the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, highlighting the solidarity and ongoing search efforts.