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Inquest into Chief Albert Luthuli's death: Mashatile speaks out
Deputy President Paul Mashatile discusses the recent departure of Afrikaners to the US and the reopening of the inquest into the mysterious death of anti-apartheid leader Chief Albert Luthuli.
Arrest warrant issued by Durban High Court for Folweni murder suspect
A warrant for the arrest of one of the 10 accused in the shocking Folweni murders has been issued by the Durban High Court, as the case heads towards a crucial pre-trial conference next month.
NPA rejects consolidation of Zibuse Mlaba's murder case with alleged killer
The National Prosecuting Authority has denied a request to consolidate the murder cases of former KZN MPL Zibuse Mlaba and hitman Mncedisi Gwala.
Suspects in AKA's murder linked to taxi boss kidnapping and murder charges
As the murder trial of AKA and Tibz progresses, suspects face additional charges linked to a separate taxi-related murder.
Men accused of AKA's murder also charged in taxi boss kidnapping case
Two men charged in the murders of rapper Kiernan AKA Forbes and chef Tebello Tibz Motsoane are charged with kidnapping and murder in another matter related to a taxi boss's death, with a pre-trial conference scheduled for June 12.
Pre-trail hearing for 5 accused in the AKA's murder matter will commence in June
Advocate Simphiwe Mlotshwa is set to represent five men accused of the murder of South African rapper Kiernan AKA Forbes and his friend, chef Tebello Motsoane, as the case progresses in the Durban High Court.
Advocate Simphiwe Mlotshwa to represent five accused in AKA's murder case
Advocate Simphiwe Mlotshwa is set to represent five men accused of the murder of South African rapper Kiernan AKA Forbes and his friend, chef Tebello Motsoane, as the case progresses in the Durban High Court.
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
ANC veteran Zibuse Mlaba's cousin charged with murder seeks bail
Duncan Patrick Mzamo Mlaba, cousin of slain ANC veteran Zibuse Mlaba, is facing multiple murder charges and plans to apply for bail in the case of a hitman he allegedly hired.
Justice Minister condemns murder of prosecutor Elona Sombulula
The National Prosecuting Authority mourns the tragic murder of Elona Sombulula, a young prosecutor whose untimely death has sent shockwaves through South Africa's legal community, igniting calls for justice.
NPA expresses outrage over the murder of promising Ngcobo prosecutor Elona Sombulula
The National Prosecuting Authority mourns the tragic murder of Elona Sombulula, a young prosecutor whose untimely death has sent shockwaves through South Africa's legal community, igniting calls for justice
Digital evidence reveals chilling details of Sandra Munsamy's kidnapping
A digital forensic expert testified in the Durban High Court about the evidence collected from the cellphones of the accused in the kidnapping case of Sandra Munsamy, shedding light on the events surrounding her abduction.
Justice served: Ex-cop receives 25-year sentence for raping 15-year-old girl
Frederick Soldaat, a disgraced former police officer, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the rape of a 15-year-old girl, following a lengthy nine-year legal battle.
KZN’s call for stricter penalties against drunk driving sparks debate
KwaZulu-Natal MEC Siboniso Duma proposes a six-year prison sentence for drunk driving, sparking a debate on road safety and the effectiveness of harsher penalties.
Disgraced ex-police officer sentenced to 25 years for raping 15-year-old teen
After a long nine-year battle for justice, Frederick Soldaat has been sentenced to 25 years for the horrific rape of a 15-year-old girl.
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
Gang violence escalates as two more suspects charged in Wynberg court murder
Two new suspects have been charged in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court murder case, intensifying concerns over gang violence in Cape Town.
Cape Town abalone poacher sentenced after being caught with stash
Ernst Hendrik Theunis Muller, a 67-year-old abalone poacher, faces justice in the Khayelitsha Priority Court after being convicted of multiple charges related to illegal abalone possession and trafficking, raising concerns over environmental crime in Cape Town.
Durban Customs Agent jailed for R2. 4 million tax fraud involving SARS and importers
A customs clearing agent will spend the next eight years behind bars after siphoning funds and defrauding Sars.
Confession in Durban High Court: The Murder of Wandile Aphiwe Ngcobo
A State witness has told the Durban High Court that the first man accused of killing grade 11 pupil Wandile Aphiwe Ngcobo, confessed.
R31 million spent on suspended magistrates sparks uproar
One magistrate has been on suspension with full remuneration since September 2018, having received over R8 million since then for doing nothing.
Joshlin Smith trial update: State prepares to conclude its case amid rising tensions
Key testimonies in the Joshlin Smith disappearance case unfold as the State prepares to conclude its arguments, raising questions about the relevance of previously accused Phumza Sigaqa.
Joshlin Smith trial nears conclusion as State prepares to wrap up its case
As the Joshlin Smith trial reaches its climax, the State prepares to conclude its case, raising critical questions about the fate of the accused and the missing girl.
Joshlin Smith trial: State expected to conclude its case
As the Joshlin Smith trial approaches its conclusion, the State is set to wrap up its case, leaving many to wonder about the fate of the accused and the missing girl.
Wynberg 'Court shooter' remanded behind bars
Abubaker Adams, a suspected member of the Junky Funky Kidz gang, has been remanded in custody following his arrest for a shooting incident at the Wynberg Regional Court, where he is implicated in a gang-related murder.