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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 10
On Day 10 of the Joshlin Smith trial, State witness Lourentia Lombaard detailed a shocking account of how Kelly Smith allegedly sold her daughter to a sangoma.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Lourentia Lombaard confirms Kelly Smith sold her child for R20,000
In shocking testimony, witness Lourentia Lombaard detailed how Kelly Smith allegedly sold her daughter Joshlin for R20,000 to a sangoma.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 10, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The Joshlin Smith trial enters a crucial phase as State witness Lourentia Lombaard’s testimony is set to resume after shocking claims of premeditation emerged on Day 9.
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Chinese nationals arrested for running fake liquor factory in Westonaria
Police in Westonaria have raided a massive fake liquor factory, arresting nine people, including two Taiwanese nationals, for manufacturing counterfeit alcohol and exploiting undocumented workers.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 9
Day 9 of the Joshlin Smith trial was, perhaps, the most crucial as the State’s star witness, Lourentia Lombaard, took the stand.
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Bushiri has no intention of being extradited to South Africa
Malawi’s court ruled in favour of extraditing Shepherd and Mary Bushiri to South Africa, but the couple has appealed the decision to avoid standing trial.
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Two suspected ATM bombers killed in Lenasia police shootout
Two suspected ATM bombers were shot and killed in a gunfight with police in Lenasia this morning, with SAPS confirming no officers were injured.
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Blood moon lunar eclipse: Time and date, significance, where to view it in South Africa
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 9, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The Joshlin Smith trial continues as shocking testimony on Day 8 revealed Kelly Smith allegedly spoke of a missing child months before Joshlin vanished.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 8
Witness Nico Kotze delivered a chilling revelation in the Joshlin Smith trial, testifying that Kelly Smith allegedly hinted months before her daughter’s disappearance. Here’s what happened on Day 8 of the trial.
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Godongwana adds new items to the zero-rated food basket
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has expanded the zero-rated food basket, frozen fuel levies, and confirmed a VAT hike—here’s what it means for South Africans.
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Here’s every crucial takeaway from the 2025 Budget Speech you must know about
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana finally delivered the 2025 Budget Speech, announcing a VAT hike, spending priorities, and economic forecasts. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Cape Town police launch manhunt for suspects linked to V&A Waterfront jewellery heist
Cape Town police are searching for four suspects linked to a R1.35 million jewellery heist at the V&A Waterfront and have released CCTV images.
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Zakithi Ndaba murder: Gauteng police launch manhunt for boyfriend
Gauteng police have launched a manhunt for Zakithi Ndaba’s boyfriend after she was found murdered in her Sunninghill apartment.
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Joshlin Smith’s teacher reveals bizarre revelation Kelly Smith made about a Nigerian man
Joshlin Smith’s schoolteacher testified about the missing child’s behaviour and revealed a shocking claim Kelly Smith made about a Nigerian man.
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Founder of Absa iDirect out on bail for allegedly killing his wife
A former Absa executive, Jacques Pretorius, has been granted bail after being charged with the premeditated murder of his wife, Sheri-Ann Pretorius, whose 2021 death was initially ruled a suicide.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 8, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The Joshlin Smith trial continues with new testimony after witness accounts on Day 7 detailed Kelly Smith’s actions before and after Joshlin’s disappearance.
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Budget Speech 2025: What to expect, how to watch live in South Africa
After last month’s failed budget, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivers his revised 2025 Budget Speech today. Here’s what to expect and how to watch live.
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Imaan Syms murder: Killer walked up to her door asking for her – Source
New details have emerged in the murder of Imaan Syms, a pregnant woman executed in a targeted hit outside her Woodstock home.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 7
On Day 7, the court uncovered a considerable lapse in Kelly’s timeline on the day Joshlin went missing, and disturbing details about past violence toward her son, Racquen.
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Imaan Syms: Woodstock shaken by brutal pregnant woman’s murder
Woodstock police are investigating the targeted murder of 30-year-old Imaan Syms, who was gunned down on Sussex Street on Monday night.
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R21 Ekurhuleni bus crash kills 12: Here’s the latest
Twelve people were killed in a horrific bus crash on the R21 near OR Tambo International Airport, on Tuesday morning.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 7, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The seventh day of the Joshlin Smith trial begins with the State set to introduce a new witness expected to testify against Kelly Smith and her co-accused.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 6
Today’s witness testimonies were too hard to handle for Kelly Smith, who wept throughout the court session. Here’s what happened in the Joshlin Smith trial today.
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N12 Daveyton accident today: Here’s what we know
Four schoolchildren died and five others were critically injured in a collision on the N12 near Daveyton, Ekurhuleni, prompting road closures and an ongoing investigation.
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Druski clears the air on his alleged involvement in new Diddy rape lawsuit
Druski has denied involvement in the latest lawsuit against Sean “Diddy” Combs, calling the allegations against him fabricated and outlandish.
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Denise Zimba loses children in complex custody battle
Denise Zimba has lost a custody battle against her ex-husband, Jakob Schlichtig, with a South African court ruling that he can take their two daughters back to Germany.