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Cape Town SAPS makes breakthrough in Philippi East mass shooting

Police in Cape Town have arrested four suspects in connection with the Philippi East triple murder.

By Andile Sicetsha · 7 Nov 2025 · 2 min read

WATCH LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today – 7 November 2025

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial is set to resume today, with the state continuing its cross-examination of accused number one, Muzi Sibiya, over cellphone records and financial transactions linked to the night of the soccer star’s death.

By Andile Sicetsha · 7 Nov 2025 · 2 min read

Attempted Murder

Mitchell’s Plain man accused of killing two women and preteen arrested

A 32-year-old man has been arrested in Mitchell’s Plain after allegedly shooting two women dead and injuring a 12-year-old boy in what police believe was a domestic dispute.

By Andile Sicetsha · 6 Nov 2025 · 2 min read

Suspect in Reiger Park mass shooting set to make first court appearance [WATCH LIVE]

A Reiger Park suspect linked to the deadly mass shooting that claimed six lives is expected to appear in the Boksburg Magistrates’ Court today, following his arrest earlier this week by the Gauteng Anti-Gang Unit.

By Andile Sicetsha · 6 Nov 2025 · 2 min read

WATCH LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today – 6 November 2025 [video]

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues today, with accused number one, Muzi Sibiya, facing intense cross-examination from State prosecutor George Baloyi over his bank transactions and claims about his whereabouts during the footballer’s murder.

By Andile Sicetsha · 6 Nov 2025 · 2 min read

‘Overwhelmed’ Cape Town SAPS probes Philippi East triple murder

Three men were shot and killed in Philippi East on Tuesday night in what police believe was a targeted attack, almost a month after seven people were gunned down in a similar shooting in the same township.

By Andile Sicetsha · 5 Nov 2025 · 3 min read

Watch live: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today – 5 November 2025 [video]

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the Pretoria High Court today, where accused number one, Muzi Sibiya, remains on the stand under intense cross-examination by State Prosecutor George Baloyi.

By Andile Sicetsha · 5 Nov 2025 · 3 min read

CCTV footage links Shadrack Sibiya to Armand Swart assassination

Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya has been implicated in the murder of engineer Armand Swart after CCTV footage showed one of his subordinates visiting alleged crime boss Katiso “KT” Molefe just days before the hit.

By Andile Sicetsha · 4 Nov 2025 · 3 min read

Attempted Murder

Brown Mogotsi survives attempted hit ahead of crucial appearance in Parliament

Police are investigating an attempted hit on Brown Mogotsi, a key figure in the Madlanga Commission, who came under fire while travelling through Vosloorus on Monday night.

By Andile Sicetsha · 4 Nov 2025 · 3 min read

Watch live: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today – 4 November 2025 [video]

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes at the Pretoria High Court on Tuesday, with accused number one, Muzi Sibiya, returning to the stand for more cross-examination as the State continues to challenge his version of events.

By Andile Sicetsha · 4 Nov 2025 · 3 min read

Gauteng SAPS deploys specialised unit to probe Reiger Park mass shooting

Calm has been restored after the Reiger Park shooting that claimed six lives, as police launch a province-wide manhunt and deploy a specialised investigative unit to track down those responsible.

By Andile Sicetsha · 3 Nov 2025 · 3 min read

Watch live – Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes – 3 November 2025 [video]

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes on Monday at the Pretoria High Court, where accused number one, Muzi Sibiya, remains on the stand under intense cross-examination by the State.

By Andile Sicetsha · 3 Nov 2025 · 3 min read

Man linked to at least eight rape cases due to appear in court

A man believed to be behind a string of sexual assaults across Johannesburg is expected to appear before the Booysens Magistrate’s Court.

By Andile Sicetsha · 31 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

Ndimande brothers surrender to SA extradition – Here’s what it means for the AKA murder trial

Siyabonga and Malusi Ndimande, accused of murdering rapper Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and chef Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane, have abandoned their extradition appeal in Eswatini and will be sent back to South Africa to stand trial.

By Andile Sicetsha · 30 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

Watch live: Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes today – 30 October 2025 [video]

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today in the Pretoria High Court following intense cross-examination of accused number one, Muzi Sibiya, who continues to deny making a confession or knowing the traditional healer mentioned by police.

By Andile Sicetsha · 30 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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.

By SA News · 29 Oct 2025 · 1 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 29 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 29 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 29 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 29 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 29 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 27 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 27 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 27 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 24 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 24 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 23 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 21 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 20 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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.

By Andile Sicetsha · 20 Oct 2025 · 3 min read