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CCTV footage controversy in sexual harassment case against Eastern Cape High Court Judge

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal continues its hearing into sexual harassment allegations against Eastern Cape High Court Judge President Selby Mbenenge, focusing on missing CCTV footage and procedural discrepancies.

Cape Times News
Chevon Booysen|Published

SCA 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.

Cape Times News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Missing CCTV footage complicates sexual harassment allegations against Eastern Cape Judge

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal continues its hearing into sexual harassment allegations against Eastern Cape High Court Judge President Selby Mbenenge, focusing on missing CCTV footage and procedural discrepancies.

Cape Argus News
Chevon Booysen|Published

CCTV footage controversy in sexual harassment case against Eastern Cape High Court Judge

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal continues its hearing into sexual harassment allegations against Eastern Cape High Court Judge President Selby Mbenenge, focusing on missing CCTV footage and procedural discrepancies.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

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

Mbenenge Tribunal: Mediation efforts fail after Mengo's WhatsApp revelations

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal hears testimony regarding Andiswa Mengo's allegations of sexual harassment against Judge President Selby Mbenenge, highlighting the complexities of mediation efforts.

News South Africa
Chevon Booysen|Published

Former legal secretary testimony raises eyebrows over misplaced sexual harassment complaint

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal continued to scrutinise Kutlwano Moretlwe's testimony regarding the misplaced sexual harassment complaint by Andiswa Mengo.

Cape Times News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Former legal secretary Kutlwano Moretlwe's testimony scrutinised in sexual harassment case

he Judicial Conduct Tribunal continues to scrutinise Kutlwano Moretlwe's testimony regarding the misplaced sexual harassment complaint by Andiswa Mengo, raising questions about accountability and procedural integrity

Cape Argus News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Former legal secretary testimony raises eyebrows over misplaced sexual harassment complaint

he Judicial Conduct Tribunal continues to scrutinise Kutlwano Moretlwe's testimony regarding the misplaced sexual harassment complaint by Andiswa Mengo, raising questions about accountability and procedural integrity

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

Joshlin’s case puts role of Children’s Commissioner under spotlight

Advocates call for accountability from the silent Children’s Commissioner amid a surge in violence against children.

Cape Times News
Nicola Daniels|Published

Dr Zakeera Docrat reveals the dark side of emojis in sexual harassment cases

Dr Zakeera Docrat provides expert testimony on the interpretation of emojis in a sexual harassment case involving Judge President Selby Mbenenge.

News South Africa
Chevon Booysen|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

Senior DPP official charged with multiple counts of rape against a minor

A senior DPP official faces multiple rape charges involving a minor, while another man is sentenced to life for gender-based violence crimes.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

Senzo Mchunu at bail hearing: A stand against gender-based violence

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu is attending a crucial bail hearing for a suspect charged with grievous bodily harm and attempted murder, following a shocking incident of gender-based violence in Richmond, KwaZulu-Natal.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Home Affairs denies Omotoso's deportation, as legal review continues

Despite earlier claims from the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) that he should be deported right away, the Department of Home Affairs has confirmed that controversial Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso has not been deported after being found not guilty on 63 charges, including sexual assault and human trafficking.

News South Africa
Lesedi Jonga|Published

Family gathering turns tragic as relative arrested for alleged rape

A family gathering in Cacadu becomes a nightmare as a 28-year-old man is arrested for allegedly raping his 38-year-old relative and attempting to assault her younger sister during a traditional ceremony.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Justice served: Life sentences for rapists of an elderly woman and a minor child

Two rapists sentenced to life in prison for their horrific crimes against an elderly woman and a minor child, delivering justice for the victims' families.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|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

Justice for Cwecwe | South Africans express frustration over slow investigation

Cwecwe's heartbreaking story has captured national attention, sparking outrage and demands for justice as South Africans rally against the slow progress of the investigation into her alleged rape.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Cape Town High Court denies bail to man accused of raping his stepdaughters

The Cape Town High Court has dismissed the bail appeal of a man accused of raping his stepdaughters, highlighting concerns over witness interference and the seriousness of the charges

News
Nomonde Zondi|Published

90-day blitz: Government wants to 'crush' gender-based violence

The South African government has initiated a 90-day blitz to combat the alarming rise of gender-based violence, but is it yet another promise that goes nowhere?

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

'Uncle Lee' handed four life sentences for raping four young boys in KZN

A 46-year-old Pietermaritzburg rapist, Lindani Gumisa, also known as "Uncle Lee", was sentenced to four life terms for raping four young boys, aged between nine and 13.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published