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Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Wendy Dondolo

Journalist

SIU investigates National Skills Fund amid corruption concerns

Amid rising concerns over public funds misuse, the SIU's investigation into the National Skills Fund (NSF) aims to uncover potential mismanagement and corruption.

News South Africa
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NPA official accused of raping 16-year-old girl denied bail

A senior official from the National Prosecuting Authority in Limpopo has been denied bail after facing multiple charges of a 16-year-old girl, raising concerns over public safety and the integrity of the judicial process.

News Crime and Courts
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Limpopo man jailed for raping stepdaughter while her mom worked nightshift

A 36-year-old man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the repeated rape of his 11-year-old stepdaughter, following a swift police response and court proceedings

News Crime and Courts
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Gqeberha shop manager fined R87,000 for selling counterfeit Apple accessories

Harrikumar Patel, the manager of a Gqeberha shop, has been fined R87,000 for selling counterfeit Apple accessories, highlighting the ongoing battle against intellectual property crime in South Africa.

News Crime and Courts
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Cape Town butchery shut down after 17-year-old boy hospitalised from drinking acid in alleged prank

A 17-year-old boy was hospitalised after allegedly drinking acid from a cool drink bottle at a Mitchells Plain butchery, prompting a police investigation and the establishment's closure.

News Crime and Courts
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Experience a night on the streets: Help combat homelessness in South Africa

Join U-turn Homeless Ministries on May 17 for ‘A Night on the Streets’ and help raise R1 million for homelessness solutions.

News Feel Good
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Former ranger arrested for illegal hunting in Kruger National Park

Two suspects, including a former ranger, were arrested in Kruger National Park for illegal hunting and possession of wildlife products, raising concerns about former rangers' involvement in wildlife crimes.

Cape Argus News
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Former ranger and accomplice caught in illegal hunting operation at Kruger Park

Two suspects, including a former ranger, were arrested in Kruger National Park for illegal hunting and possession of wildlife products, raising serious concerns about wildlife protection efforts.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

High-speed chase leads to arrest of foreign national drug trafficker in Limpopo

A 38-year-old foreign national was arrested in Mokopane, Limpopo, after attempting to flee from police during a drug operation. The suspect was found in possession of Kat drugs valued at R150,000 following a brief car chase. Police acted on intelligence and swiftly intercepted the vehicle, leading to charges of drug dealing and possession.

News Crime and Courts
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Update: Bus driver shot during armed robbery in KZN dies in hospital, suspects at large

A bus driver, shot during a robbery in Buffelsdraai, Verulam on Monday, has died in hospital.

News Crime and Courts
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KZN bus robbery: Driver shot, passengers, including newborns, held at gunpoint

An armed robbery on a bus in Verulam resulted in the driver being shot and passengers, including two newborns, being robbed.

News Crime and Courts
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Blind UKZN student Azraa Ebrahim graduates cum laude with 14 distinctions

Azraa Ebrahim, a blind student at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, has graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Social Science degree, achieving 14 distinctions. Her academic journey began during the COVID-19 pandemic and was marked by perseverance, family support, and the use of assistive technologies. Ebrahim also excelled outside the classroom, presenting award-winning papers and delivering sermons on disability and faith.

News Feel Good
Wendy Dondolo|Published

SA Water Crisis | The impact of municipal failures on water security

South Africa faces a looming water crisis driven by aging infrastructure and mismanagement, leading to public distrust and environmental degradation.

News South Africa
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Northern Cape man sentenced to life for raping his elderly grandmother

A shocking case from Kagung Village, where a 35-year-old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the brutal rape of his grandmother, who lovingly raised him.

News Crime and Courts
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Police thwart extortion at Limpopo mine, resulting in one death and 12 arrests

Limpopo police's swift action against a violent extortion attempt at a mine in Driekop results in one suspect dead and 12 arrests, as five men block trucks and demand cash.

News Crime and Courts
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Western Cape strengthens trade ties with UAE and Europe

Discover how Premier Alan Winde's recent international tour has opened new doors for trade and innovation, strengthening the Western Cape's global partnerships.

News South Africa
Wendy Dondolo|Published

KwaDabeka man sentenced to life for horrific repeated rape of teenage girl

A 46-year-old KwaDabeka man will spend the rest of his life behind bars after being sentenced for the horrific repeated rape of a 14-year-old girl.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Western Cape prepares for severe weather: Gale-force winds and high seas set to hit on Friday

The SA Weather Service issued a Yellow Level 4 warning for damaging winds and waves along the Western Cape coastline this weekend.

News Weather
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Life imprisonment for Nelspruit pensioner who kidnapped and raped lover

A 63-year-old man has been sentenced to life and 10 years imprisonment by the Nelspruit Sexual Offences Court for kidnapping and raping his 53-year-old lover, whom he held captive in his home for over two weeks in 2018.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Mayor Hill-Lewis denounces bomb threat at District Six mosque amid ongoing investigation

Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis condemns a bomb threat aimed at the Al-Azhar Mosque, calling for unity among faith communities in Cape Town to reject extremism.

Cape Argus News
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Commissioner Masemola confirms fifth arrest in case of missing journalist Aserie Ndlovu and partner

National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola confirms five arrests in the case of missing journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli, with investigations still ongoing.

News Crime and Courts
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Deadly week on Western Cape roads: 18 lives lost in 16 crashes

The Western Cape Mobility Department highlights reckless driving as a major contributor and calls for collective action to improve road safety.

Cape Argus News
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Cape Town mayor condemns bomb threat against district six mosque as investigation intensifies

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has denounced a bomb threat sent to the Al-Azhar Mosque in District Six, calling it a dangerous act of intimidation. SAPS is investigating the threat, which was issued via cellphone, and the City is assisting through its K9 and investigative units.

News South Africa
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Western Cape roads claim 33 lives in one week amid speeding surge

The Western Cape Government has sounded the alarm after 31 fatal crashes claimed 33 lives between April 29 and May 4, 2025. Authorities also recorded 267 speeding offences and arrested 139 individuals, 96 of them for drunk driving.

News South Africa Western Cape
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Three suspects arrested in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a nurse in Limpopo

A 60-year-old woman and two others have been arrested in connection with the March 2025 kidnapping and murder of Limpopo nurse Morudi Frank Phetla.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published