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Eastern Cape man sentenced to six months for SASSA disability grant fraud

Anele Gxumeka's fraudulent attempts to exploit SASSA for a disability grant result in a six-month prison sentence, highlighting the agency's commitment to combatting fraud.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Family's dream trip to Abu Dhabi Grand Prix thwarted by Emirates Airlines

A 10-year-old boy's dream of attending the Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix with his grandparents was shattered when Emirates Airlines denied him boarding, despite having the correct documentation. Lola Clarke, the boy's grandmother, is now pursuing legal action against the airline for the distress and financial losses incurred.

Weekend Argus News
Edwin Lombard|Published

Gauteng man appears in court for the murder of his mother and younger brother

A 25-year-old man faces murder charges in the Vereeniging Magistrate's Court after he allegedly killed his mother and younger brother in an alleged violent confrontation.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Minister Creecy ponders financial misconduct probe against RAF board

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy is contemplating a financial misconduct investigation into the RAF.

News Politics
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Satawu demands immediate payment for unpaid NTI workers

The South African Transport and Allied Workers Union (Satawu) is urging Northwest Transport Investments (NTI) to prioritise the payment of workers' salaries, which have gone unpaid for nearly a year, as the entity awaits a crucial subsidy from the Gauteng provincial government.

News South Africa
Manyane Manyane|Published

TikTok user in court for crimen injuria after accusing three friends of racism

Njabulo Madlanga, a TikTok user, is facing serious charges for allegedly making false and defamatory claims of racism against three friends, leading to a crimen injuria case.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Gang members sentenced to 35 years for the murder of 7-year-old Emaan Solomons

Two gang members have been sentenced to 35 years in prison for the murder of 7-year-old Emaan Solomons, who was tragically caught in a gang-related shooting. The Western Cape High Court's decision highlights the ongoing issue of gang violence in communities.

Cape Argus News
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Justice for Emaan Solomons: Gang members sentenced to 35 years for tragic murder

Though the State had asked for life imprisonment, Judge Gayaat Da Silva Salie deviated from the prescribed minimum, citing the accused’s status as first offenders and their five years in custody awaiting trial.

Cape Times News
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Appeal granted for Nissan SA ex-employee ordered to repay over R350,000 for studies in Japan

Nissan SA wants former employee, Senyatsi Bennita Phasha to pay back money spent on her while she was studying in Japan for two years and subsequently failed to stay with the company upon her return.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Eastern Cape police officer arrested for allegedly fatally shooting her boyfriend

An Eastern Cape police officer has been arrested for allegedly fatally shooting her boyfriend during a heated argument at their home after returning from a traditional ceremony.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Emaan Solomons | Gang members sentenced to 35 years imprisonment for Ocean View girl's murder

Two members of the Junky Funky Kids gang have been sentenced for the 2020 murder of Emaan Solomons.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Pastor in court after his Daihatsu car broke down, and he claimed he was hijacked

The 68-year-old Limpopo pastor was being driven in his Daihatsu Terios and after the car broke down, and its gearbox was stolen, he reported to police that he had been hijacked.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

The tragic case of Joshlin Smith: A call for parental responsibility and community vigilance

The disappearance of Joshlin Smith, 6, has sparked outrage and discussions about parental responsibility and community vigilance in South Africa. Following the conviction of those involved in her kidnapping, leaders urge collective action to protect vulnerable children.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Joshlin Smith's disappearance exposes the vulnerability of South African children

One of the strong themes that emerged from the Joshlin Smith kidnapping trial was the vulnerability of South African children

Daily News News
Daily News Reporter|Published

Joshlin Smith case: Accused convicted, but the search for the missing child continues

Judge Nathan Erasmus appreciated the community's support during the Joshlin Smith trial before convicting the accused in the matter. Family and community members were satisfied with outcome but still longed to know the whereabouts of the child. .

News Crime and Courts
Daily News Reporter|Published

Vusi Thembekwayo takes Sunday World to Press Council over ‘misleading’ fraud story

Entrepreneur Vusi Thembekwayo has lodged a formal complaint with the Press Council of South Africa against Sunday World, alleging serious breaches of journalistic ethics in a recent fraud article.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Australian triple-murder suspect never asked after poisoned guests: husband

Erin Patterson, 50, is charged with three murders — the parents and aunt of her estranged husband — and one attempted murder by dishing up and feeding them a toxic mushroom-laced beef Wellington. She has pleaded not guilty.

News World
AFP|Published

UK comedian Russell Brand arrives at court to face rape charges

British actor and comedian Russell Brand has been charged with rape and a number of other sexual offences alleged to have taken place between 1999 and 2005 involving four women.

News World
AFP|Published

Reckless driving in Limpopo: Two drivers arrested for excessive speeding

The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety has intensified its efforts against reckless driving, with recent arrests highlighting the dangers of excessive speeding.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Alleged killers of Pinelands businessman Previn Pillay plead 'not guilty

During a tense session in the Western Cape High Court, the alleged killers of Pinelands businessman Previn Pillay pleaded 'not guilty', as chilling details of his tragic murder emerged.

Cape Argus News
Mahira Duval|Published

Gert Bezuidenhout and Johannes Hendrik Jacobs appeal bail denial in Lifman murder case

Two men accused of murdering underworld figure Mark Lifman have filed an appeal against their bail denial, with the case set to unfold in the Western Cape High Court next month.

Cape Argus News
Mahira Duval|Published

Mpumalanga man arrested after he was found sleeping with bones exhumed from relatives' graves

A 29-year-old man in Mpumalanga was arrested after he was allegedly found sleeping with bones he exhumed from his father's and grandfather's grave.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Eastern Cape artist challenges government over flag design ownership

Thembani Hastings Mqhayi, an Eastern Cape artist, is challenging the government over the design of the South African flag, claiming it was based on his original work. He voices his frustration over the lack of recognition and the ongoing legal battle to reclaim his artistic legacy.

News South Africa
Manyane Manyane|Published

Border Management Authority suspends immigration officials amid corruption allegations

The Border Management Authority has suspended two immigration officials following their arrest for alleged corruption and involvement in contravening the Immigration Act at the Beitbridge Port of Entry.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Five suspects arrested in Wilkoppies for house robbery, kidnapping, and murder

Police have arrested five suspects in Wilkoppies for the shocking murder of Hasani Daniel Maluleka, recovering his body and stolen vehicles in a dramatic investigation.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published