IOL Logo
Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Latest News & Developments

child abuse

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
Chevon Booysen|Published

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

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

Health issues stall the murder trial of Durban schoolgirl Aphiwe Ngcobo

The murder trial of Durban schoolgirl Aphiwe Wandile Ngcobo faces delays as health issues arise, revealing conflicting testimonies and a complex narrative of events leading to her tragic death.

News
Nomonde Zondi|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

Limpopo man sentenced to life for raping 13-year-old girl

A Limpopo man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the horrific rape of a 13-year-old girl, shedding light on the critical fight against gender-based violence in South Africa.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

‘Sex pest’ pastor back in the dock

Sitham Baram Michael Andrew Chetty walked into the courtroom with a smile during his second court appearance

The Post News
Yoshini Perumal|Published

Sexually abused daughter's resilience ensures dad's lengthy jail sentence

A 56-year-old father has been sentenced to two life terms and an additional 3 713 years for the sexual exploitation of his daughter and other minors, following a conviction on over 700 counts of serious sexual offences.

Cape Times News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Life imprisonment for Eastern Cape man convicted of child exploitation and abuse

A 56-year-old man has been sentenced to two life terms and an additional 3,713 years for the sexual exploitation of his minor daughter and other children, following a conviction on over 700 counts of abuse, including rape and child pornography.

Cape Argus News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Eastern Cape father sentenced to life for child exploitation and pornography

A 56-year-old father has been sentenced to two life terms and an additional 3 713 years for the sexual exploitation of his daughter and other minors, following a conviction on over 700 counts of serious sexual offences.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

Gqeberha father sentenced to two life terms and 3,713 years for sexual abuse of his daughter

A Gqeberha father was sentenced to two life terms and 3,713 years for the sexual abuse and exploitation of his daughter.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Four men in Toyota Quantum kidnapped teenage girl, gang raped her and brought her back home

Four unidentified men allegedly kidnapped a teenage girl in Limpopo, took her to an area where they gang raped her, and brought her back after the ordeal.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Teacher denied bail after he was arrested for allegedly raping 13-year-old Limpopo learner

The court remarked that the accused teacher teacher would interfere with state witnesses as he has already sent people to apologise on his behalf.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Cape Town mother in court for allegedly selling daughter for milk money

A Cape Town mother has been arrested for allegedly selling her teenage daughter to a neighbour for sexual exploitation, raising serious concerns about child safety and parental responsibility.

Cape Argus News
Mahira Duval|Published

Mother in court for allegedly sexually exploiting her daughter for milk money

What drives a mother to sell her daughter for milk money? A Cape Town case raises urgent questions about child protection.

Weekend Argus News
Mahira Duval|Published

Cape Town mom in court for allegedly prostituting her teen daughter for milk money

"A Cape Town mother is set to appear in court after being accused of selling her teenage daughter for sex in exchange for money to buy milk, raising serious concerns about child exploitation. "

News Crime and Courts
Mahira Duval|Published

Justice served: Four life sentences for Mpumalanga serial rapist Gilbert Fankomo

In a landmark ruling, Gilbert Sibusiso Fankomo, a 39-year-old serial rapist, receives four life sentences from the Mpumalanga High Court for the brutal rapes of vulnerable teenagers spanning 13 years.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Confession in Durban High Court: The Murder of Wandile Aphiwe Ngcobo

A State witness has told the Durban High Court that the first man accused of killing grade 11 pupil Wandile Aphiwe Ngcobo, confessed.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Joshlin Smith trial update: State prepares to conclude its case amid rising tensions

Key testimonies in the Joshlin Smith disappearance case unfold as the State prepares to conclude its arguments, raising questions about the relevance of previously accused Phumza Sigaqa.

Cape Argus News
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Joshlin Smith trial nears conclusion as State prepares to wrap up its case

As the Joshlin Smith trial reaches its climax, the State prepares to conclude its case, raising critical questions about the fate of the accused and the missing girl.

Weekend Argus News
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Joshlin Smith trial: State expected to conclude its case

As the Joshlin Smith trial approaches its conclusion, the State is set to wrap up its case, leaving many to wonder about the fate of the accused and the missing girl.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Accused in Durban schoolgirl murder trial blame each other in court

Two men accused of murdering a Durban schoolgirl during a robbery are pointing fingers at each other in court.

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Investigators reveal DNA evidence does not connect to missing girl

In the ongoing trial regarding Joshlin Smith's disappearance, Captain Wesley Lombard reveals the challenges faced by investigators and the numerous false leads encountered.

Cape Argus News
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Joshlin Smith trial: DNA evidence fails to link to missing girl

The Joshlin Smith trial enters its eighth week and Investigating Officer Wesley Lombard is called back to the stand.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

13-year-old learner takes her own life after bullying

A 13-year-old learner from Vulindlela Primary School, Mbali Mlaba, tragically took her own life after enduring relentless bullying.

Cape Argus News
Jonisayi Maromo|Published