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Pietermaritzburg High Court reduces life sentence for rapist of minor

The Pietermaritzburg High Court has reduced the sentences of a man convicted of raping his wife's stepbrother, raising questions about consent and the legal system's treatment of vulnerable victims

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Limpopo man jailed for raping stepdaughter while her mom worked nightshift

A 36-year-old man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the repeated rape of his 11-year-old stepdaughter, following a swift police response and court proceedings

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Wendy Dondolo|Published

Congregants celebrate as court rules Timothy Omotoso will not be deported

The East London Magistrate's Court has granted freedom to Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso, ruling that he will not be deported until his review application is heard, sparking joyous celebrations among his supporters.

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Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Justice served: Pietermaritzburg High Court confirms life sentence for father who raped his daughter

The Pietermaritzburg High Court has upheld a life sentence for a father who raped and impregnated his 14-year-old daughter, underscoring the horrific nature of child abuse and the complexities of rehabilitation.

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Nomonde Zondi|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

'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.

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Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

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.

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Chevon Booysen|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.

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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 Minister denounces shocking rape case involving Inkosi in KwaZulu-Natal

An 18-year-old girl was allegedly raped by a 54-year-old Inkosi in KwaZulu-Natal, prompting a strong condemnation from Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, who emphasised the betrayal of trust by traditional leaders.

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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

Former policeman sentenced to 20 years for raping teenager inside police station

Former police sergeant Thembalethu Gqeku has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the brutal rape of a teenager, raising serious concerns about police integrity in Kei Mouth.

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Oluthando Keteyi|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

Northern Cape man sentenced to life for raping his elderly grandmother

A shocking case from Kagung Village, where a 35-year-old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the brutal rape of his grandmother, who lovingly raised him.

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Wendy Dondolo|Published

Violence erupts in Limpopo as community demands justice for crime victims

Following a gruesome crime in Malamulele, Limpopo, community members have reacted with violence, prompting police to appeal for calm and assure that justice will be served.

Cape Argus News
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Deadly violence erupts after a father was tied up as armed intruders shoot son and rape teenage daughter

In a shocking incident in Limpopo, a father was tied up during a brutal home invasion that left his son dead and daughter assaulted, prompting community outrage and police intervention.

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Jonisayi Maromo|Published

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.

Mercury
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

KwaDabeka man sentenced to life for horrific repeated rape of teenage girl

A 46-year-old KwaDabeka man will spend the rest of his life behind bars after being sentenced for the horrific repeated rape of a 14-year-old girl.

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Wendy Dondolo|Published

Life imprisonment for Nelspruit pensioner who kidnapped and raped lover

A 63-year-old man has been sentenced to life and 10 years imprisonment by the Nelspruit Sexual Offences Court for kidnapping and raping his 53-year-old lover, whom he held captive in his home for over two weeks in 2018.

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Wendy Dondolo|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

Charges withdrawn against woman who allegedly killed her daughter’s rapist

A 44-year-old Eastern Cape mother, who allegedly killed a man she caught raping her disabled daughter, has had all charges against her withdrawn. The NPA’s decision was welcomed by Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane, who attended court proceedings and praised the compassionate legal response.

Cape Times News
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Mother acquitted after killing daughter's rapist in Eastern Cape

A mother in Eastern Cape has had charges withdrawn after allegedly killing her daughter's rapist, raising important discussions about gender-based violence and maternal instincts.

Cape Argus News
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Charges withdrawn against woman who allegedly killed her daughter’s rapist

A 44-year-old Eastern Cape mother, who allegedly killed a man she caught raping her disabled daughter, has had all charges against her withdrawn. The NPA’s decision was welcomed by Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane, who attended court proceedings and praised the compassionate legal response.

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Wendy Dondolo|Published