Assault
VIP Protection Unit bail hearing: Defence pokes holes in alleged ‘threatening’ SMS
The VIP Protection Unit bail hearing took a turn on Tuesday when a key witness cited safety fears after allegedly receiving threatening SMSs.
Court cases
Senzo Meyiwa murder trial: How to watch live in South Africa [video]
All eyes are at the Pretoria High Court as Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes on Thursday.
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Court cases
Nzuzo Njilo fraud case gets new court date: Here’s everything we know
The fraud case agaisnt Nzuzo Njilo and his co-accused Kwanda Ntshangase, was postponed to October 2023. Here's everything we know.
Court cases
Khaya Ngcatshe testimony at Senzo Meyiwa trial: Here’s what he said
The Senzo Meyiwa trial continues with new testimony from the State's latest witness, Khaya Ngcatshe, the Khumalo sisters' neighbour.
Court cases
Advocate Mshololo crumbles on final cross-examination as Zandie Khumalo completes testimony
Advocate Zandile Mshololo produced a lacklustre performance on her final cross-examination of Zandie Khumalo.
Assault
VIP Protection Unit court watch: Here’s everything you must know
Eight officers of the infamous VIP Protection Unit appeared in court for several serious charges, on Monday. Here's everything you must know.
Corruption
Eskom sabotage suspect arrested: Here’s everything we know
The Hawks' members worked on an operation which was conducted outside the Kriel power station after information was received that the suspect will be transporting money yet again to the service provider.
Cape Town
Most wanted Lwandle hitman gunned down in police shootout
A feared hitman from Lwandle, linked to at least 12 unsolved murders, was gunned down during a fiery shootout with police on Sunday.
Bloemfontein
Court dismisses Dr Nandipha’s application for leave to appeal
Judge finds Nandipha’s appeal has no reasonable prospect for success
Court cases
Kwanobuhle mass shooting: Alleged mass murderers identities unveiled
Five suspects accused of the Kwanobuhle mass shooting that killed six victims were unveiled in court, on Monday.
Gauteng
Police Launch Manhunt for Suspects Behind Brazen Robbery Attempt at Pretoria SAPS Office
A manhunt is underway in search of 12 suspects who brazenly attempted a robbery at the SAPS forensic office in Pretoria, on Sunday.
Attempted Murder
Remember this viral dress? – You won’t believe the dark truth behind it
Keir Johnston enjoyed a life in the limelight for his mother-in-law's viral dress, what the world did not know, however, was his alleged abusive nature.
Court cases
DIRCO ‘seriously concerned’ over arrest of two South Africans in Equatorial Guinea
The two engineers were employed in the offshore oil and gas industry and insist they are innocent.
Court cases
Thabo Bester escape: Dr Nandipha says she did not consent to her extradition
'She wanted to come home, she came home,' argues police advocate
Crime
Zandile Mafe pretrial hearing breaks into chaos with this startling confession [video]
Zandile Mafe's taped outburst included a confession, a special request for Parliament to be relocated and accusations levelled at the Democratic Alliance.
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Corruption
R15-million Covid housing project ruined by fraud
Fraud accused in 2020 Talana construction case still to be brought to court
Eastern Cape
Kwanobuhle mass shooting: Police make breakthrough with crucial arrests
Eastern Cape police made a crucial breakthrough in the Kwanobuhle mass shooting. Here's everything you must know.
Cape Town
Questions on Nick Frischke disappearance linger as case against five suspects drags
Five suspects linked to the disappearance of German tourist Nick Frischke appeared in court on Tuesday. Here are the latest updates.
Court cases
Simbongile Mancotywa: DNA bungling delays justice for family of slain mother
Simbongile Mancotywa, from Cofimvaba, Eastern Cape, was murdered on 9 May 2020. Three years later, her DNA results are still outstanding.
Bloemfontein
Thabo Bester ex-G4S guards receive mixed bail outcomes
In the latest development in the Thabo Bester prison break, three former G4S guards received mixed bail outcomes.
Court cases
Two suspects linked to Deon Nel disappearance to appear in court
Two suspects are due in court in connection with the disappearance of Wolmaransstad local, Deon Nel.
Mass shooting
Cleveland mass shooting: Nine victims wounded, latest update on suspect
The Cleveland mass shooting occurred when an unidentified suspect opened fire on a group of people before swiftly fleeing the scene.
Drugs
R1.5m cocaine shipment intercepted at OR Tambo International Airport
Police intercepted a significant cocaine shipment with an estimated street value of R1.5 million at OR Tambo International Airport.
Court cases
Mbuso Moloi: ‘Woolworths looter’ sentenced to three years – Here’s what you must know
Mbuso Moloi, the infamous 'Woolworths looter' from Durban's 2021 July unrest, was sentenced to three years on Friday. Here's what you must know.
Cape Town
Police open murder case after man shot during Cape Town protest
SAPS says the shooting was not related to a protest by shack dwellers from Taiwan settlement in Khayelitsha
Child Abuse
Graaff-Reinet police make breakthrough with arrest of alleged human trafficking kingpin
Graaff-Reinet police made a significant breakthrough with the arrest of an alleged human trafficking kingpin. Here's everything we know.
Deaths & Obituaries
Garsfontein police puzzled about mystery school death as tributes pour in
Garsfontein police are still grappling with the perplexing question of how Mia Kühn gained entry into the school premises.
Eastern Cape
Alison Botha attackers: Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger paroled after serving 28 years
Infamous Alison Botha attackers, Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger, were granted parole 28 years after nearly hacking the rape survivor to death.
Court cases
Sifiso Mkhwanazi: Accused serial killer faces additional rape charge
Sifiso Mkhwanazi, accused of being the serial killer behind the gory deaths of six Joburg sex workers, faces an additional rape charge.
Assault
N1 Fourways assault video: Police launch internal investigation [video]
The N1 Fourways assault video is the subject of an internal investigation after SAPS confirmed the perpetrators were policemen.
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