Ex-husband among four suspects arrested for murder of Palesa Mofokeng
Four individuals, including the ex-husband of 33-year-old Palesa Mofokeng, have been arrested in connection with her murder in Vanderbijlpark.
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Fidelis Moema remanded in custody over R16m KPMG fraud
Fidelis Moema, a 32-year-old bursary specialist, is in custody facing charges related to a R16m fraud against KPMG.
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Nine suspects killed in shootout with Mariannhill police
Nine suspects were fatally shot during a confrontation with the police in Mariannhill, as officers acted on intelligence linking them to a horror gang rape.
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Hammarsdale SAPS sergeant arrested for allegedly beating girlfriend to a pulp
A Hammersdale police sergeant was arrested Tuesday morning for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend, Thandkeka Ngcongo.
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Durban Metro Police love story ends in horror
A Durban Metro Police officer has been arrested for the alleged murder of his girlfriend, Bianca, also an officer.
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Gcaba family stands firm: Seeks fairness in AKA murder case involvement
Amid allegations of involvement in the AKA murder case, the Gcaba family stands behind Mfundo Gcaba, advocating for his right to a fair hearing and due process.
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Cash-in-transit security guard attacked exiting Waterloo KFC
A cash-in-transit heist in Waterloo, KZN, ended with robbers fleeing with several boxes of cash and a security officer’s 9mm pistol.
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Who is Mfundo Gcaba? – The alleged R800,000 link in AKA’s murder case
Taxi boss Mfundo Gcaba is at the centre of an R800,000 payment allegedly made to an account linked to the murder of rapper AKA.
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Faizel McKenzie murder: Tensions in Westbury are palpable as police scramble for clues
More than 48 hours after Faizel ‘Faya’ McKenzie was brutally murdered inside his Pharmacy, Westbury police are nowhere near a clue on the motive.
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Hillbrow TOPS at Spar resumes business after botched robbery [video]
One suspect was arrested in connection with the robbery at TOPS at Spar in Hillbrow, Joburg, on Tuesday. Here’s what we know.
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Zahraa Mohammed and Hafez Mohammed Bataviya kidnapping ordeal ends in relief
Thanks to the stellar work of North West police, Zahraa Mohammed and Hafez Mohammed Bataviya were rescued 20 days after they were brazenly kidnapped outside a Brits primary school.
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Murder of two Eldorado Park victims caught on CCTV [video]
A deadly drive-by shooting that claimed the lives of two Eldorado Park victims was captured on CCTV and the footage has surfaced online.
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Witbank cash van guard viciously killed in broad daylight
A cash van guard was viciously killed in Witbank’s central business area, with robbers fleeing without attempting a robbery.
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Pharmacist killed in brazen Westbury shooting
A pharmacist, Faizel ‘Faya’ McKenzie, was viciously killed outside his Newclare Pharmacy in Westbury. Here’s what we know about the shooting.
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Joshlin Smith accused, Lourentia Lombard, back in court
The fourth suspect accused in the disappearance of Joshlin Smith, Lourentia Lombard, returns to Vredenburg Magistrate’s Court, on Monday.
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Elias Mkhize: Durban man sentenced to two life terms for beheading mom and sister
Elias Mkhize was sentenced to two life terms plus ten years for the murder and dismemberment of his mother and sister in December 2023.
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Markus Jooste has a month to pay R475 million fine, FSCA rules
Markus Jooste, former CEO of Steinhoff International, has been fined R475 million by the FSCA for his role in the company’s accounting fraud, with payment due by April 2024.
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Nafiz Modack trial: Hitman received R5,000 for Nicolaas Heerschap murder
According to the hitman, the operation to kill Nicolaas Heerschap was priced at a mere R25 000—a fee for a life of which a fifth was his cut.
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AKA murder: Ndimande brothers back in court [video]
The Ndimande brothers face court again over the AKA murder. This article covers how to watch the proceedings live and South Africa’s extradition efforts.
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Thohoyandou mom and son kidnapping caught on CCTV [video]
A Thohoyandou mother and her son were brazenly kidnapped in broad daylight, on Tuesday, and the entire ordeal was captured on CCTV.
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Nafiz Modack trial: ‘Mr A’ expected to resume testimony
The Nafiz Modack trial resumed on Tuesday, with the State’s first witness, ‘Mr A’ taking the stand. Here’s everything we know.
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Nandipha Magudumana allegedly assaulted in prison: Here’s everything we know
Nandipha Magudumana, held in Kroonstad’s correctional facility, allegedly survived an assault by fellow inmates.
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Lourentia Lombard: Here’s what we know about the latest suspect in Joshlin Smith disappearance
Lourentia Lombard, the 32-year-old woman charged in the Joshlin Smith disappearance, made her first court appearance, on Monday.
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Joshlin Smith latest news: New suspect, a woman, set to appear in court
All eyes will be zoomed in at the Vredenburg Magistrate’s Court, on Monday, for a first glance at the latest suspect reeled into the Joshlin Smith disappearance.
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Search for 14-year-old Rosina Masego Ditlhase escalates to murder investigation
The investigation into the disappearance of 14-year-old Rosina Masego Ditlhase has turned into a murder case after her body was discovered in Letlhakaneng Village.
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Sonam Gajjar: Police escalate search for kidnapped Gqeberha woman
The search intensifies for Gqeberha housewife Sonam Gajjar, who was abducted by four unidentified males on Wednesday, 13 March 2024.
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Mozambican caught with hunting rifle could be in SA illegally, Middelburg court hears
Elias Antonio Macie, a 43-year-old Mozambican national, was caught driving around Middelburg with a hunting rifle in his car.
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Sifiso Mkhwanazi: Sadistic serial killer found guilty of six counts of rape and murder
Sifiso Mkhwanazi has been convicted of raping and murdering six Johannesburg sex workers. Here’s everything we know.
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Mother of Joshlin Smith abandons bail – Here’s everything we know
As expected, court proceedings were brief, as Joshlin Smith’s mother Kelly, Jacquen and Steveno informed the court of their collective decision to abandon bail as a safety precaution.
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Joshlin Smith suspects expected back in court: How to watch live in South Africa [video]
Joshlin Smith’s mother, Racquel, her boyfriend, Jacquen Appollis and two others will be back at Vredenburg Magistrate’s Court, on Wednesday.