Drugs
Police discovered R20 million worth of cocaine in Midrand
On further investigation it was discovered that the drugs were brought into South Africa from a neighbouring country and were destined for Cape Town.
Court
Who is Tebogo Mnisi? – Suspect in Mamelodi cousins murders unmasked in court
Tebogo Mnisi, the 38-year-old suspect accused of killing cousins Tshiamo and Baleseng Moramaga in Mamelodi, was formally identified in court today after being charged with murder, attempted murder, and firearms offences.
Corruption
More details surface about Ekurhuleni auditor Mpho Mafole murder
More details have emerged about the murder of Ekurhuleni audit boss Mpho Mafole, revealing how he was tracked and killed shortly after uncovering irregularities in a R1.8 billion municipal tender.
Child Abuse
Court hears about Amber Lee Hughes’ remorseless attitude as sentencing looms
The Amber Lee Hughes sentencing continued on Tuesday, with a social worker testifying that the convicted child killer showed no genuine remorse for the rape and murder of four-year-old Nada-Jane Challita.
Court
Watch live: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today – 29 October 2025 [video]
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today, focusing on cross-examination after explosive claims on Tuesday about an alleged police cover-up involving senior officials.
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Court
Suspect accused of Mamelodi cousins murders to make first court appearance
A 38-year-old man accused of killing the Mamelodi cousins, Baleseng and Tshiamo Moramaga, will make his first appearance at the Mamelodi Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
Gauteng
Mamelodi cousins murder suspect in custody, police confirm
Police have arrested a 38-year-old man in connection with the murder of the Mamelodi cousins, whose bodies were discovered with gunshot wounds in Mamelodi East, Pretoria.
Court
Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala to remain behind bars after court throws out bail appeal
Businessman Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala will stay in custody after the Johannesburg High Court dismissed his bid to overturn an earlier ruling that denied him bail.
Court
Watch live – Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes today – 27 October 2025 [video]
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the Pretoria High Court today, where accused number one, Muzi Sibiya, returns to the witness stand for further cross-examination.
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Gauteng
Parktown on tenterhooks after shootout leaves three dead
Three suspects were killed in a Parktown shooting after an exchange of gunfire with police and private security officers during an attempted interception.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes today: What to expect on Friday, 24 October 2025 [video]
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today in Pretoria, with the court set to continue from Thursday’s testimony about where and how accused number one says he was assaulted.
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Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial watch: What to expect on Thursday, 23 October 2025 [video]
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today at the Pretoria High Court, with proceedings expected to continue from where cross-examination of the first accused, Muzi Sibiya, left off. Watch the live broadcast below.
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Gauteng
Several victims killed in Westbury mass shooting: Here’s what we know
A Westbury mass shooting has left two people dead and six others wounded in Johannesburg.
Court
Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala back in court to appeal bail
Businessman Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala is returning to the Johannesburg High Court to appeal the decision denying him bail after he was charged with attempted murder and other offences.
Domestic violence
Limpopo man posts confession on Facebook after killing wife [video]
A man identified as Pitsi Malepe allegedly shot and killed his wife and her relative before turning the gun on himself in Ga-Sekororo, Limpopo, after posting a chilling confession on Facebook.
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Europe
Paris authorities launch manhunt for Louvre museum robbery suspects
Police in Paris have launched a major search for the suspects behind the Louvre museum robbery, where thieves escaped with priceless French crown jewels during a daring daylight heist.
KwaZulu-Natal
Prominent KZN security boss arrested for allegedly killing primary school teacher in 2022
Pietermaritzburg businessman Bruce Mhlongo, owner of a private security company, has been arrested for his alleged involvement in the 2022 murder of a local primary school teacher.
Child Abuse
Clara Masinga: Mozambican woman sentenced for killing stepdaughter
Mozambican national Clara Masinga has been sentenced to 23 years in prison by the High Court in Mbombela for the murder of her 11-year-old stepdaughter.
Cape Town
Hout Bay community in fear after brutal triple murder rocks Imizamo Yethu
Three men were found shot dead inside a vehicle in Imizamo Yethu, Hout Bay, on Tuesday night, in what police believe may be linked to ongoing turf wars in the area.
Durban
Phoenix man killed in suspected targeted hit
A man was shot and killed in what appears to be a targeted Phoenix shooting in Westham, KwaZulu-Natal, on Sunday evening.
Court
Midrand woman accused of fatally stabbing boyfriend returns to court
A 22-year-old woman accused of killing her boyfriend in the Midrand stabbing case is set to make her third appearance in the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court.
Gauteng
Milpark Hospital murder linked to death of Thomas Murray
Police confirmed the Milpark Hospital murder victim as Burnett Hermanus, a prime suspect in the Murray assassinations, shot dead in what appears to be a hit.
Corruption
Katiso Molefe returns to court to appeal bail denial
Katiso Molefe, accused of orchestrating multiple murders and linked to the Big Five cartel, will appeal his bail denial in the Johannesburg High Court.
Corruption
Thabang Makwetla released on R10,000 bail over Bosasa graft charges
Former Deputy Minister Thabang Makwetla has been granted R10,000 bail after being charged with fraud and corruption linked to Bosasa security upgrades.
Domestic violence
LAPD releases new details about Celeste Rivas death
The LAPD has confirmed that Celeste Rivas was likely dead for weeks before her body was discovered inside musician D4vd’s Tesla, with the investigation into her death still ongoing.
Corruption
SIU probe into Tembisa Hospital exposes R2 billion fraud scheme linked to Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala
he Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has uncovered shocking corruption at Tembisa Hospital, revealing that three powerful syndicates – including one tied to businessman Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala – looted over R2 billion meant for healthcare.
Cape Town
Khayelitsha police on high alert amid rising cases of suspected mob justice
Four men were brutally killed in Khayelitsha’s Enkandla informal settlement in suspected mob justice attacks.
Attempted Murder
Three-year-old boy injured in his sleep in Beacon Valley shooting
A three-year-old boy was shot and wounded in the leg during a Beacon Valley shooting in Mitchells Plain after a stray bullet pierced the wall of his home.
Court
Rose Mnisi: Court hears how Mpumalanga hospital cleaner sold placentas
Hospital cleaner Rose Mnisi, arrested for alleged possession of human tissue, has been released on R10,000 bail after police claimed she was caught selling placentas in Mpumalanga.
Domestic violence
Leaked recordings capture the moment a Midrand woman allegedly killed her boyfriend
The killing of Xichavo Ntsanwisi has shocked South Africans after leaked videos and voice recordings surfaced online, allegedly showing the events leading up to his death.
