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Trouble mounts for doctor accused of attempted rape on pregnant patient

The Limpopo Department of Health is taking decisive action against a doctor accused of attempting to rape a pregnant patient, following a thorough investigation into the shocking allegations.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

NPA to pursue appeal in Omotoso case even after his departure

The National Prosecuting Authority confirms it will appeal the acquittal of Timothy Omotoso, who has left South Africa, stating that his absence does not hinder the legal process.

Cape Argus News
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Justice served: Worcester teacher receives life sentence for classroom rape

A Worcester teacher has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape of a Grade 8 learner, highlighting the abuse of trust in educational environments.

Cape Argus News
Genevieve Serra|Updated

Man arrested for raping 91-year-old woman after breaking into her home

A man has been arrested in Schoemansdal, Mpumalanga, for the horrific rape of a 91-year-old woman, following a police manhunt.

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Jonisayi Maromo|Published

NPA to proceed with appeal in Omotoso case despite his exit from South Africa

The NPA has announced plans to appeal the acquittal of Timothy Omotoso, despite his departure from South Africa. What does this mean for the future of the case?

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Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Axe attack: Man seeks bail after arrest for the brutal murder of his children's mother

A 41-year-old man has been remanded in custody after being arrested for the brutal murder of the mother of his two children, with the court case postponed for a bail application.

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Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Moses Gqesha sentenced to eight life terms for the brutal rape of businesswoman Andy Kawa

Moses Gqesha has been sentenced to eight life terms and 34 years for the horrific rape and assault of Gauteng businesswoman Andy Kawa.

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Xolile Mtembu|Published

Man in court for brutal murder of the mother of his two kids, leaving her body on the street

A 41-year-old man has been arrested in Mpumalanga for the brutal murder of the mother of his two children, following a violent argument that ended tragically.

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Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Aserie Ndlovu and Zodwa Mdhluli | Three more suspects arrested in connection with couple's disappearance

Police said the three suspects were arrested in the early hours of Tuesday, at around 1am, after human remains were found last week.

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Jonisayi Maromo|Published

'The judge erred': NPA appeals Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso's rape acquittal

The NPA is set to appeal the High Court's controversial acquittal of Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso, raising questions about the justice system's handling of serious allegations.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

Zimbabwean women arrested fined in Harare for advertising sexual services on social media

Nine women in Zimbabwe were fined, with the option of spending a month in jail, after being arrested for promoting sexual services on social media platforms.

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Jonisayi Maromo|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

Serious charges: Police captain faces rape allegations of trainee as he seeks bail

A police captain accused of raping a trainee at the Pretoria Police Academy, is seeking bail ahead of his court appearance.

Cape Argus News
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Police captain accused of raping trainee seeks bail

A police captain in the South African Police Service faces serious allegations of rape against a trainee at the Police Academy.

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Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Limpopo man receives 60-year sentence for horrific rapes of teenagers

A Limpopo man has been sentenced to 60 years for the brutal rapes of two teenagers, highlighting the ongoing battle against gender-based violence in South Africa.

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Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Defenceless woman was brutally murdered at Dirkiesdorp while demanding her goat

The 46-year-old Mpumalanga woman was killed and buried in a shallow when she went to confront the man who was in possession of her goat.

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Jonisayi Maromo|Published

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.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Limpopo manhunt: Father tied up as armed intruders shoot son and assault daughter

Police in Limpopo are searching for two suspects involved in a brutal incident that left a father mourning the loss of his son and his daughter as a victim of assault.

Cape Argus News
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Night of horrors: Father tied up as armed intruders shoot son and rape teenage daughter

During a 2am home invasion, the father was tied with rope while his 20-year-old son was shot dead, and his 17-year-old daughter was raped.

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Jonisayi Maromo|Published

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.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Convicted: Betuel Morake was on bail for raping his ex-girlfriend when he raped another woman

Betuel Morake, a 24-year-old man from Limpopo, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after being convicted of raping two women, including his ex-girlfriend.

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Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Doctor in hot water for allegedly attempting to rape pregnant patient during ultrasound

The alarming incident allegedly occurred on Sunday morning, in a sonar room during an abdominal ultrasound process.

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Jonisayi Maromo|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.

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Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Moja Love condemns MacG’s comments, but viewers cry hypocrisy

Moja Love TV channel has condemned MacG for his misogyny on his podcast show, but netizens say the channel is no better in the way it portrays women.

Entertainment TV
Oluthando Keteyi|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.

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Xolile Mtembu|Published