Timothy Omotoso back behind bars: Here’s everything we know
Televangelist Timothy Omotoso has been arrested in East London for contravening South Africa’s Immigration Act, weeks after being acquitted of rape and trafficking charges.
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Gqeberha kidnapping ring strikes again – abducts businessman in broad daylight [video]
CCTV footage shows the moment a Gqeberha businessman was abducted in a violent daylight kidnapping, raising fears of a growing syndicate in the Eastern Cape.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 37
The court set a timeline for sentencing in the Joshlin Smith trial, with victim impact statements and expert evidence to be presented later this month.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 37, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The court will begin preparing for sentencing after convicting Kelly Smith, Jacquen Appollis, and Steveno van Rhyn of human trafficking and kidnapping.
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Police recover two bodies believed to be missing Aserie Ndlovu and Zodwa Mdhluli
Police have recovered two bodies believed to be missing journalist Aserie Ndlovu and her partner Zodwa Mdhluli, following arrests in a cross-provincial investigation.
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Two suspects due in court over murder of Grade 10 Musi High School pupil
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of Grade 10 pupil Cebo Biyela following a violent altercation involving university students.
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AKA murder trial set for June 2025 — but there are caveats
The murder case of rapper AKA and Tebello Motsoane has been postponed to June 2025 for pre-trial, with defence readiness still in question.
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Wynberg court shooting: Fifth suspect to make first court appearance
A fifth suspect has been arrested and is expected to appear in court for the April murder outside Wynberg Magistrate’s Court.
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Corrections Dept clarifies death of Goodwood Prison inmate
An inmate died after attacking a prison official at Goodwood Correctional Centre; the Department of Correctional Services has confirmed an investigation and suspensions.
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Man last seen with Aserie Ndlovu and his partner due in court
One of the suspects arrested in the case of missing journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli is expected to appear in the Mamelodi Magistrate’s Court following a 77-day-long investigation.
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Hennops River officers funeral details confirmed
The official funerals will take place on separate dates between 8 and 10 May 2025.
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Senzo Meyiwa trial watch: Here’s what happened on Monday, 5 May 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa trial session focused on logistical updates, outstanding cross-examinations, and defence requests for key vehicle tracking data.
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Senzo Meyiwa trial watch: What to expect on Monday, 5 May 2025, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes today with advocate Charles Mnisi expected to update the court on his readiness to proceed as legal counsel for accused number one.
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WC High Court finds Kelly Smith and co-accused guilty in Joshlin Smith trial
All three accused in the Joshlin Smith case have been found guilty of kidnapping and trafficking the missing six-year-old by the Western Cape High Court.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 36, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
Judge Erasmus is expected to deliver judgment today in the Joshlin Smith case, with the focus on whether the court finds the accused guilty of kidnapping and trafficking.
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What happened to Mojalefa Savhuli? – Toddler’s body recovered from Roodepoort dam
The body of three-year-old Mojalefa Savhuli, who went missing on Freedom Day, was found in a Roodepoort dam, prompting a police inquest.
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Hennops River horror: Police recover missing VW Polo
Rescue divers recovered a VW Polo from the Hennops River, believed to be connected to the tragic deaths of three missing Free State police officers.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 35
Day 35 of the Joshlin Smith trial concluded closing arguments from all defence lawyers and the State, with Judge Erasmus confirming judgment will be handed down on Friday.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 35, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The Joshlin Smith trial continues with closing arguments from the defence, as the court moves closer to delivering judgment on the fate of the accused.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 34
Day 34 of the Joshlin Smith trial saw the State close its case with detailed arguments supporting convictions for human trafficking and kidnapping, while Jacquen Appollis’s lawyer launched a strained attack on the credibility of key witness Lourentia Lombaard.
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Police discover two bodies linked to disappearance of three Gauteng SAPS constables
Two bodies believed to be among the three missing Gauteng constables have been discovered at Hennops River in Centurion.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 34, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The Joshlin Smith trial enters its final stretch today as the court prepares to hear closing arguments from both the State and defence.
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Limpopo school transport driver due in court for raping five-year-old
A 35-year-old school transport driver was arrested in Mafefe, Limpopo, for allegedly raping a five-year-old girl, with the case now before the courts.
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Free State asbestos case: Moroadi Cholota matter goes to trial-within-a-trial
The Free State High Court has ruled in favour of Moroadi Cholota’s plea for a trial-within-a-trial, raising legal questions about her extradition and liability in the R255 million asbestos case.
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Police make breakthrough in Wynberg court murder
Two more suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder at Wynberg Magistrate’s Court, bringing the total number of arrests to four.
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FNB Germiston heist: Bank closes Golden Walk branch – Here’s what you must know
FNB has temporarily closed its Germiston branch after a sophisticated tunnel heist; police and forensic teams continue investigations.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 33
Day 33 of the Joshlin Smith trial featured video evidence from social media, Phumza Sigaqa’s withdrawal as a state witness, and the defence officially closing its case without presenting any witnesses.
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FNB Germiston bank robbery: Here’s the latest
Thieves tunnelled into the FNB Germiston branch in a well-planned robbery that left authorities baffled.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 33, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The court is expected to hear from Sgt Sangozi, who will explain why Phumza Sigaqa was withdrawn as a state witness.
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Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 32
Day 32 of the Joshlin Smith trial featured the continuation of DNA-related testimony from Captain Wesley Lombard, the formal withdrawal of Phumza Sigaqa as a state witness, and the admission of key warning statements and confession transcripts into evidence.