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Life sentence for teacher convicted of raping learner during school hours

A teacher in the Western Cape has been sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a learner during school hours, raising critical questions about safety in educational environments.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

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.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Former police sergeant's life sentence for rape reduced to 20 years

A former police sergeant's life sentence for raping a woman has been reduced to 20 years by the Kimberley High Court, which cited the convict's potential for rehabilitation despite the severity of the crime.

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Nomonde Zondi|Published

Nine-year-old girl’s abduction by a parolee raises urgent questions about South Africa's parole system

A nine-year-old girl’s alleged kidnapping and assault by a parolee has sparked national outrage in South Africa, raising serious questions about the effectiveness of the parole system and the safety of communities.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Limpopo father and friend sentenced to life imprisonment for raping his daughters

A father and his friend have been sentenced to life imprisonment by the High Court in Polokwane for the horrific rape of his two young daughters, aged just nine and eleven, exposing a tragic case of child abuse.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Parolee charged with multiple offences after missing Hanover Park girl discovered

After a missing girl was discovered in his home, Hanover Park parolee faces serious charges, including rape and kidnapping, igniting community outrage and demands for justice.

Cape Argus News
Robin-Lee Francke|Updated

Hanover Park parolee faces new charges after missing girl found in his home

A Hanover Park man has been charged with multiple serious offences after a missing nine-year-old girl was found in his home, sparking outrage in the community.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

'Treated her like an animal': Zimbabwean man sentenced to life for Pretoria rape and robbery

During sentencing proceedings, Mulero Nyangero pleaded for leniency, telling the court that he is married and has two minor children that he needs to provide and care for.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Outrage as accused rapist of 9-year-old girl fails to appear in court

Residents of Hanover Park expressed their anger and disappointment after the accused rapist of a 9-year-old girl failed to appear in court.

Cape Times News
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Hanover Park community demands justice as accused rapist skips court appearance

Tensions escalated outside the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court as Hanover Park residents gathered to support a 9-year-old girl allegedly raped by a parolee, only to find the accused absent from court.

Cape Argus News
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Community outraged as accused rapist of 9-year-old girl fails to appear in court

Residents of Hanover Park express their anger and disappointment after the accused rapist of a 9-year-old girl fails to appear in court, highlighting community concerns over the safety of children and the management of parolees.

News South Africa
Mandilakhe Tshwete|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.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Life sentences for North West rapists who preyed on young women from a tavern

Two men have been sentenced to life imprisonment for raping and attempting to rape young women they lured from a tavern in North West.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Life sentence upheld for man convicted of raping his step-granddaughter

A 65-year-old man will continue to serve his life sentence for the rape of his 7-year-old step-granddaughter, as the Western Cape High Court upholds the conviction despite his appeal regarding the reliability of the victim's testimony.

Cape Argus News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Gauteng police captain faces court over serious rape allegations

A police captain in Gauteng faces serious allegations of rape against a young trainee.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

AfriForum defends caretaker accused of rape at Bergview College

AfriForum's Private Prosecution Unit has stepped in to defend a Bergview College caretaker accused of raping a seven-year-old girl.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

51-year-old man charged with rape after being found with missing girl in Hanover Park

A 51-year-old man has been charged with rape after a nine-year-old girl was reported missing in Hanover Park. The community is in uproar as details emerge about the suspect's actions.

Cape Argus News
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Woman arrested for perjury after fake rape and kidnapping report

This case serves as a powerful reminder of the vital importance of integrity in reporting crimes, especially in the sensitive area of sexual violence, where real victims often struggle to be heard amidst a backdrop of scepticism from society.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Long-running Cyntheria Rex murder trial finally reaches sentencing

After 16 years of legal proceedings, the sentencing for the murder of 17-year-old Cytheria Rex is set to begin, following the submission of probation reports. This case, marked by numerous delays and tragic events, is poised to conclude in June 2025.

Cape Argus News
Genevieve Serra|Published

Western Cape High Court upholds life sentence for grandfather convicted of raping step-granddaughter

In a poignant ruling, the Western Cape High Court upholds a life sentence for a grandfather convicted of raping his step-granddaughter, revealing the profound trauma inflicted on the young victim.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

WATCH: Community outraged in Hanover Park after missing girl found with convicted child rapist

Residents of Hanover Park are in uproar after a nine-year-old girl, reported missing, was found in the home of a former convict. The incident has sparked public violence as community members demand justice

Cape Argus News
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Mob erupts in Hanover Park after missing girl found with convicted child rapist

Residents of Hanover Park are outraged after a nine-year-old girl, reported missing, is found in the home of a former convict. What does this mean for community safety?

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

ANC Women’s League condemns youth rallies backing Omotoso after court victory

The ANC Women’s League is puzzled by the overwhelming support for Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso from young people in East London.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

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

News
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

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published