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Neighbour's son in court for the alleged rape of a 91-year-old woman
A 40-year-old man faces serious charges in the Nkomazi Magistrate's Court for allegedly raping a 91-year-old elderly woman in her home.
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.
Government responds: Moja Love's Isencane Lengane faces backlash for depicting domestic violence
The South African JCPS calls for media accountability in the wake of public outrage over Moja Love's Isencane Lengane, emphasising that domestic abuse should never be entertainment.
Easter rescue: Police save Bloemfontein mother and children from ex-boyfriend
A Bloemfontein mother and her two daughters were rescued from a kidnapping by police and the National Crime Assist, highlighting the importance of quick thinking and communication in life-threatening situations.
DNA secures life sentence for man who gang-raped woman
A 26-year-old man from Mpumalanga has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the gang rape of a 40-year-old woman, marking a significant victory for justice and the rights of victims in South Africa.
Man sentenced to 25 years for premeditated murder of wife and stepdaughter
A 63-year-old man has been sentenced to 25 years for the brutal murders of his wife and stepdaughter.
Elderly man sentenced to 25 years for premeditated murder of wife and stepdaughter
A 63-year-old man has been sentenced to 25 years for the brutal murders of his wife and stepdaughter.
Pietermaritzburg man sentenced to 22 years for daughter's murder
After strangling their daughter, the man contacted his ex-girlfriend to inform her of where she could find their daughter's body.
Man sentenced to life imprisonment for killing his sister after accusing him of abusing their mother
During the trial, the man pleaded not guilty, claiming self-defence, stating that her sister had threatened to burn him with boiling water.
KwaZulu-Natal man receives life sentence for murdering grandmother
A KwaZulu-Natal man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of his 72-year-old grandmother, following a shocking confession to police.
Have you seen this man? Gauteng police seek help in solving woman's murder case
Gauteng police are reaching out to the public to aid in the ongoing investigation into a woman's murder, hoping to find answers to a devastating tragedy.
North West police officer in custody for allegedly stabbing girlfriend to death
A Wolmaransstad police sergeant faces murder charges after allegedly stabbing his girlfriend to death on International Women's Day.
Horrific robbery leaves 74-year-old KZN woman fighting for her life
Community members rallies after a 74-year-old woman is brutally attacked in KZN.
Whistleblower in Timothy Omotoso rape case shot dead in her car
Pamela Mabini, a courageous whistleblower in the ongoing Timothy Omotoso trial, has been tragically shot dead.
PhD student convicted of drugging and raping ten women, with over 50 victims still unidentified
PhD student Zhenhao Zou convicted of drugging and raping ten women, with police uncovering over 1,300 sex videos, raising fears of more than 50 unidentified victims.
70-year-old woman's killer sentenced to double life terms for rape and murder in Limpopo
In a chilling case that shocked Ga-Magongoa village, a 28-year-old man who raped and murdered a 70-year-old woman in her own home over a R20 debt has been handed two life sentences.
eThekwini Municipality's initiative for youth empowerment through sports
The Bridge City Youth Development Hub aims to combat crime and social issues through sports and education, with the eThekwini Municipality seeking approval for its implementation
eThekwini Municipality’s commitment to gender diversity in the workplace
The eThekwini Municipality has made significant strides in promoting gender equality in management roles, with a recent report highlighting increased representation of women in leadership positions.
Limpopo man sentenced to life imprisonment after he was caught raping a four-year-old girl
A Limpopo man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the horrific crime of raping his four-year-old stepdaughter, bringing justice after years of suffering.
Final season fever: what’s next for June and the Red Army in ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’?
It’s going to be a wild ride to the finish line.
Hamilton Ndlovu, businessman linked to R172 million PPE tender corruption, arrested for allegedly assaulting girlfriend
Hamilton Ndlovu, the businessman notorious for his involvement in a R172 million personal protective equipment (PPE) tender scandal, has been arrested on charges of assault.
Viral video exposes police brutality against woman in Bloemfontein
A shocking video of police officers assaulting a woman at a Bloemfontein police station has sparked outrage and demands for accountability.
Woman found stabbed to death inside her locked backroom
Siyabuswa police have launched an investigation into the brutal murder of woman found with stab wounds in her backroom.
Justice minister announces Sex Offenders List to be published by February
Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi announced that the National Register for Sex Offenders will be published by the end of February.
Shailen Singh murder: Woman at the centre of the alleged affair brings 'unusual' application
The woman at the center of the affair allegations in the Shailen Singh murder brought an application to have her version brought forward.