Cape Town
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.
Gauteng
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.
Court
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.
Gauteng
FNB Germiston bank robbery: Here’s the latest
Thieves tunnelled into the FNB Germiston branch in a well-planned robbery that left authorities baffled.
Court
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The court is expected to hear from Sgt Sangozi, who will explain why Phumza Sigaqa was withdrawn as a state witness.
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Court
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.
Court cases
Senzo Meyiwa trial watch: What to expect on Tuesday, 22 April 2025, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
After nearly four months of delays, the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial is expected to resume on Tuesday, with clarity pending on whether advocate Charles Mnisi will proceed as legal counsel for accused number one.
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Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 32, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The Joshlin Smith trial resumes today as the court expects the State to present its roadmap for the main trial following the judge’s ruling on the admissibility of statements by two accused.
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Court
Joshlin Smith trial: Judge rules Jacquen and Steveno confessions admissible in main trial
The judge ruled that the out-of-court statements made by Jacquen Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn are admissible in the Joshlin Smith trial.
Gauteng
Gauteng police make breakthrough in Nkululeko Mbambo murder
Gauteng authorities arrested four suspects in connection with the fatal shooting of JMPD Officer Nkululeko Mbambo during a major multi-agency operation.
Cape Town
Prominent CATA boss killed in Nyanga taxi rank
A well-known CATA taxi boss, Mongi Titi, was gunned down at Nyanga taxi rank, prompting a police manhunt and renewed fears of taxi-related violence.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 31, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
Final arguments in the trial-within-a-trial are expected as the court decides whether Jacquen Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn’s alleged confessions were made voluntarily.
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Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 30
Day 30 of the Joshlin Smith trial saw continued cross-examination of Steveno van Rhyn, with the state and judge scrutinising his version of alleged police torture and forced confession.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 30, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The Joshlin Smith trial continues on Day 30 with further cross-examination of Steveno van Rhyn as the court weighs the admissibility of his contested confession.
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Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 29
Day 29 of the Joshlin Smith trial saw Jacquen Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn offer starkly different accounts of police abuse and confession fabrication during their testimony in the trial-within-a-trial.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 29, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The Joshlin Smith trial continues today with Jacquen Appollis expected to face further cross-examination as the state challenges the credibility of his shifting testimony.
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Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 28
Day 28 of the Joshlin Smith trial saw Jacquen Appollis take the stand to challenge his alleged confession, but under cross-examination, inconsistencies in his testimony were exposed by the State and the presiding judge.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 28, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
Judge Erasmus is expected to hear final arguments today on whether the accused’s confessions will be admitted as evidence in the main trial.
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Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 27
Day 27 of the Joshlin Smith trial featured the final cross-examination of Captain Philip Seekoei and renewed focus on Kelly Smith’s medical condition, with the trial-within-a-trial nearing its end.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 27, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
Captain Seekoei’s cross-examination is expected to conclude today, with final arguments in the trial-within-a-trial likely to begin as the court decides on the admissibility of key confessions.
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Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 26
Day 26 of the Joshlin Smith trial focused on the cross-examination of Sgt Fortuin and Captain Seekoei, with the defence challenging the legitimacy of Steveno van Rhyn’s alleged confession.
Court
Zanzou alleged torture suspect granted bail
A bouncer linked to the alleged Zanzou torture case was granted bail, as questions around the nightclub and the death of Kamogelo Monkwe continue to swirl.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 26, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
Day 25 of the Joshlin Smith trial saw intense cross-examination of Sgt Fortuin over the police’s interrogation strategy, setting the stage for today’s focus on Captain Seekoei and the admissibility of key confession videos.
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Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 25
Day 25 of the Joshlin Smith trial focused on the cross-examination of Sgt Fortuin, with defence probing procedural flaws and police conduct during the alleged confessions of Jacquen Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn.
Cape Town
Man killed outside Wynberg court: Here are the latest updates
A man was fatally shot outside the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court in Cape Town; the motive is suspected to be gang-related.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 25, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The Joshlin Smith trial continues in Cape Town as police testimony on how confessions were obtained from two accused faces scrutiny in the court’s bid to determine the admissibility of key statements.
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Child Abuse
Ethiopian man accused of raping Hendrina six-year-old makes first court appearance
An Ethiopian man accused of raping a six-year-old girl in Hendrina appeared in court for the first time, with the case postponed for a bail hearing and interpreter.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 24, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The Joshlin Smith trial resumes with cross-examination of Captain Phillip Seekoei over a contested confession, as the court weighs whether statements from the accused were obtained lawfully.
Cape Town
Police turn to public for help in Gugulethu mass murder
Four men were gunned down in Gugulethu on Friday night, prompting a murder investigation and a public call for help from police.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 23
Day 23 of the Joshlin Smith trial focused on video recordings of alleged confessions by Jacquen Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn, exposing disturbing claims about Joshlin’s disappearance and Kelly Smith’s alleged role.
