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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.
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.
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.
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.
Western Cape launches 10th GBV Ambassador Programme with the help of community volunteers
The Western Cape Department of Social Development has launched its 10th GBV Ambassador Programme, empowering 68 volunteers to combat gender-based violence in Cape Town's Metro South region. This initiative aims to raise awareness and support victims, while also addressing concerns about the lack of financial compensation for the ambassadors.
KZN teen says rapist stole her childhood, man sentenced to life imprisonment
A 14-year-old girl shares her harrowing experience of repeated sexual assault by a tenant on her grandmother's property, revealing the profound impact on her life as the perpetrator is sentenced to life imprisonment.
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.
Emojis take centre stage at judge president’s sexual harassment hearing
Dr Zakeera Docrat sheds light on the interpretations of emojis in a sexual harassment case involving Judge President Selby Mbenenge, revealing how seemingly innocuous symbols can carry significant sexual connotations.
Emoji interpretations in the Mengo vs Mbenenge case: A forensic linguist's perspective
Dr Zakeera Docrat's testimony at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal reveals how emojis can convey sexual connotations in communications, shedding light on the complexities of interpreting digital messages in legal cases.
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.
How KZN police are tackling crime decline and sexual offences
KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi discusses crime trends, successes, and the urgent need to address sexual offences in the province.
How emojis influence sexual harassment cases: Dr Zakeera Docrat's insights
Dr Zakeera Docrat sheds light on the interpretations of emojis in a sexual harassment case involving Judge President Selby Mbenenge, revealing how seemingly innocuous symbols can carry significant sexual connotations.
Man arrested for allegedly stabbing girlfriend to death at Soweto mall
A 26-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing his girlfriend to death in Soweto.
MacG faces backlash as foundation files complaint with SAHRC over Minnie Dlamini remarks
Following MacG's offensive remarks about Minnie Dlamini, the Somandla Clothing and Nduzuzo Memela Foundation is set to lodge a complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission.
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.
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.
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.
Tragic murder-suicide highlights the crisis of domestic violence in South Africa
A shocking incident in North West reveals the grim reality of domestic violence, as a man allegedly murders his partner before taking his own life.
What is the rape culture pyramid and why does it matter in South Africa?
South Africa faces a relentless gender-based violence crisis. Despite public outcry for justice and protection, horrific crimes persist.
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.
Terrifying robbery: e-hailing driver targets mother and her children in Durban
A mother and her two daughters faced a terrifying ordeal when an e-hailing driver held them at gunpoint during their trip to Durban.
Limpopo man in court for fatally stabbing defenceless 34-year-old woman
The 34-year-old woman succumbed to her injuries at a local health facility where she had been admitted with stab wounds to her chest.
Tragic end: Limpopo man wanted for girlfriend's brutal stabbing dies by suicide
Police have opened an inquest after a man wanted for the brutal stabbing of his ex-girlfriend was found dead in an apparent suicide.
GBV in South Africa: unpacking the failures of the justice system
If charges laid against a perpetrator are not sufficiently investigated, evidence is tampered with, delayed or disappears, or the prosecutors are unable to prove the case, then the person reporting the crime remains vulnerable, says Dr Lubna Nadvi
Father's murder conviction overturned by Supreme Court in daughter's alleged rapist case
Thabo Sekabate, sentenced to seven years for the murder of his daughter's alleged rapist, has had his conviction overturned by the Supreme Court of Appeal, citing insufficient evidence and raising questions about the original ruling.