Court
Free State asbestos trial-within-a-trial resumes today – Watch live here
Closing arguments in the trial-within-a-trial concerning Moroadi Cholota’s extradition in the Free State asbestos case resume today in Bloemfontein.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimonies, live stream on Monday, 26 May 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes today with a new state witness expected to testify, while previous testimony is on hold pending key data requests from the defence.
Eastern Cape
Eastern Cape family reeling after son killed for stealing bread
A 14-year-old boy from Mqanduli, Eastern Cape, has died after being brutally beaten by community members for stealing food due to hunger.
Cape Town
Joshlin Smith Trial Watch: Kelly’s last ditch effort for sympathy And Lourentia is not off the hook
The final phase of the Joshlin Smith trial is here. As sentencing approaches, the State brings in global experts, the community prepares to speak, and Lourentia Lombaard’s immunity hangs in the balance. Here’s everything you need to know.
Cape Town
Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 38
The court finalised the roadmap toward sentencing in the Joshlin Smith case, confirming witness plans, expert reports, and a separate hearing for state witness Lourentia Lombaard.
Cape Town
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 38, how to watch live [video]
The court is expected to finalise logistics for victim impact statements and sentencing preparation as the trial moves toward its conclusion.
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Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimonies, live stream on Friday, 23 May 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes today with continued cross-examination of Brigadier Bongani Gininda, following testimony linking Kelly Khumalo to accused number five.
Cape Town
Athlone rocked by fatal shootings as gang violence escalates
Two men have been shot and killed in separate incidents in Athlone, Cape Town, with police suspecting gang involvement.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimonies, live stream on Thursday, 22 May 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues today with further cross-examination of Brigadier Bongani Gininda, following legal disputes over confidential documents presented to the NPA.
Abduction
Two Gqeberha women arrested hours after abducting two infants from Dora Nginza Hospital
Two women have been arrested after allegedly abducting two premature infants from Dora Nginza Hospital in Gqeberha, with both babies safely recovered.
Cape Town
WC police probing drowning at Cape Royal Yacht Club
Police are investigating the drowning of an elderly Polish couple at the Cape Royal Yacht Club in Table Bay Harbour.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimonies, live stream on Wednesday, 21 May 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa trial continues today with more cross-examination of Brigadier Bongani Gininda by advocate Charles Mnisi, focusing on how accused number one was linked to the case.
Gauteng
Meyerton taxi rank shooting linked to private security rivalry
Police are investigating a shooting between two private security companies at the Meyerton taxi rank, which left one guard injured.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial watch: What to expect on Tuesday, 20 May 2025 – Watch live here!
The Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes with continued cross-examination of lead investigator Brigadier Bongani Gininda by Advocate Charles Mnisi.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial watch: Here’s what happened on Monday, 19 May 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa trial resumed on Monday, 19 May 2025, with the cross-examination of lead investigator Brigadier Bongani Gininda, focusing on vehicle tracking data and forensic evidence.
Gauteng
More details surface about two people killed in Diepkloof protests
Two people have died during violent Diepkloof protests, with Gauteng police confirming the circumstances and warning of ongoing danger in the area.
Gauteng
Diepkloof protests: Looting, road closures and two confirmed deaths – Here’s the latest
Two people have died and major highways are closed as violent protests erupt in Diepkloof, Soweto over land, water, and sanitation grievances.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial watch: What to expect on Monday, 19 May 2025 – Watch live here!
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues today with lead investigator Brigadier Bongani Gininda expected to be cross-examined by advocate Charles Mnisi, representing accused number one.
Immigration
Timothy Omotoso expected to return to Nigeria: Here’s what this means
Pastor Timothy Omotoso is expected to leave South Africa on Sunday, while the NPA prepares to appeal his acquittal in a high-profile sex trafficking case.
Durban
Manhunt launched for Umlazi mass shooting suspects
Police have launched a manhunt after eight people were gunned down in Umlazi’s Zama informal settlement.
Court
Supreme Court kicks out Nandipha’s request to nullify her Tanzania extradition
The Supreme Court of Appeal has rejected Nandipha Magudumana’s bid to declare her extradition from Tanzania unlawful, clearing the way for her trial to proceed.
Court
Nandipha Magudumana extradition SCA ruling expected today
The Supreme Court of Appeal is set to deliver judgment today on whether Nandipha Magudumana’s return from Tanzania was legal, which could impact the Thabo Bester case.
Crime
One hundred unpolished diamonds recovered in Operation Vala Umgodi
More than 100 unpolished diamonds were seized during three separate Vala Umgodi operations in and around the areas of Kleinzee and Port Nolloth and Northern Cape leading to the arrest of 15 illegal miners
Courts
Hawks conduct search and seizure operation at Pretoria High court
This matter was formally reported to the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) in March 2025
Gauteng
Roodepoort community rattled after discovery of 11-year-old boy’s body
Police are investigating the death of 11-year-old Jayden Lee Meek, whose body was found in Fleurhof after he went missing the day before.
Ace Magashule
Free State asbestos case: State granted preservation order to recover R34 million
The Bloemfontein High Court has granted the NPA a preservation order to freeze R34 million in assets linked to the Free State asbestos corruption case.
Attempted Murder
Roshanlal Banawo: Ex-SAPS detective convicted for plot to kill KZN police general
Former SAPS captain Roshanlal Banawo has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for plotting to murder KwaZulu-Natal police general Frances Slambert.
Child Abuse
Mpilonhle Primary schoolgirl alleged rape: ‘Teachers failed to protect my daughter,’ mother cries
What has added to the Dullstroom community’s anger is that, according to the family, the teacher who witnessed the assault allegedly told the child not to speak about the incident.
Arson
Confession of Usindiso building fire accused ‘admissable’, court declares
Mdlalose is facing 76 counts of murder, one count of arson and 12 counts of attempted murder in the case.
Court
Media to record court proceedings in Ndlovu murder case
The order was granted by the KwaMhlanga Magistrate’s Court on Monday.
