Politics
South Africa releases statement on Burkina Faso military takeover
The whereabouts of President Kaboré, who won a second term in the 2020 elections, remains unknown.
Corruption
SIU report into COVID-19 tender fraud released: Here’s what we know
The investigation of some 4549 contracts have been completed with at least 2803 of these found to be irregular.
Court cases
Tshegofatso Pule murder trial: Here are the latest updates
The state's next witness is only available to take the stand on Thursday, the court heard.
Gauteng
Gazankulu Clinic robbery: 25 computers stolen in brazen break-in
The clinic's services have been scuppered by the electronics wipe-out.
Limpopo
Limpopo mob justice attack leaves two dead, nine arrested
Nine suspects were jailed for their roles in the double murder.
Gauteng
Watch: Chaos breaks out at Charlotte Maxeke Secondary School [video]
The boycott is related to the murder of a deputy principal.
![Watch: Chaos breaks out at Charlotte Maxeke Secondary School [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/charlotte-maxeke-secondary-school-768x512.jpg)
South Africa
Krugerrand thief arrested after 10 years on the run
The suspect has been on the run since 2012.
Gauteng
Soweto thief nabbed with 1.3 metres railway track
The PRASA property was found in the man's shack at the Angola Squatter Camp.
Court cases
Angelo Agrizzi trial date set: Here’s what you need to know
Angelo Agrizzi's trial has been postponed to March.
KwaZulu-Natal
Unsolved Murders SA: The Death of Fatima Patel [PART THREE]
Rameez Patel is a prime suspect in five other unsolved murders.
![Unsolved Murders SA: The Death of Fatima Patel [PART THREE]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/unsolved-murders-sa-feature-image-768x512.jpg)
CCTV
Watch: Darrenwood Village murder-hijacking caught on CCTV [video]
The Darrenwood Retirement Village cautiously resumed daily operations on Friday.
![Watch: Darrenwood Village murder-hijacking caught on CCTV [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/darrenwood-village-768x512.jpg)
Fraud
KZN job-seekers warned to not fall for this government job scam
The scammers call victims promising them jobs in the department in exchange for R9 000.
Cash-in-transit
Watch: Westonaria cash-in-transit heist caught on camera [video]
The entire ordeal was caught on camera by brave onlookers.
![Watch: Westonaria cash-in-transit heist caught on camera [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/westonaria-cash-in-transit-768x512.jpg)
Fraud
Thumeka Qongqo: 10 years in jail for municipality fraudster
Thumeka Qongqo defrauded the OR Tambo District Municipality of approximately R 4.5 million.
Court cases
Vincent Smith fraud: More charges added to former MP case
Charges of tax fraud were added to the charge sheet.
Murder & Investigation
Cape Town taxi war brews following death of prominent boss
The taxi boss was expected to approve the resumption of the MyCiti Khayelitsha-to-CBD route this week.
Cash-in-transit
N7 cash-in-transit: Money truck taken down in broad daylight [video]
Bystanders were quick to loot the remaining cash.
![N7 cash-in-transit: Money truck taken down in broad daylight [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/n7-cash-in-transit-768x512.jpg)
![Watch: Vereeniging house robbery caught on CCTV [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/vereeniging-house-robbery-768x512.jpg)
Drugs
Durban prison guard arrested for drug peddling
The prison guard tried to smuggle drugs, a cellphone and other illegal items into the Durban Corrections Centre.
Gauteng
Thulsie twins latest news: Terror trial hampered by another delay
The matter has been delayed for a day to allow the media to apply for coverage.t
Gauteng
Greenstone Hill office park evacuated after bomb scare
SAPS' bomb squad was on the scene to determine the seriousness of the threat.
Court cases
Bathobile Mlangeni news: SBV guard’s bail hearing rescheduled
Bathobile Mlangeni will remain in custody until her next court appearance.
Murder & Investigation
Knysna murder: Son charged with killing his mother
The 28-year-old is due to appear in court on Monday.
Kidnapping
Moti brothers family denies police interdict claims
The Moti family denies filing an interdict against the police.
Financial crimes
Trading with Themba ‘Grootman’ Selahle? – Here’s why you’re probably being scammed
Grootman insists there is no way he is a scammer. Our research indicates otherwise.
Limpopo
Unsolved Murders SA: The death of Fatima Patel [PART TWO]
Crucial witness testimonies from people close to Rameez reveal a lot more about the true nature of his marriage to Fatima Patel.
![Unsolved Murders SA: The death of Fatima Patel [PART TWO]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/unsolved-murders-sa-fatima-patel-768x512.jpg)
News
Silvia Wittal: Police ramp up search for missing Gqeberha mom
A forensic investigation into her electronic devices turned up nothing.
Culpable homicide
IPID probes SAPS officer for alleged child hit-and-run
The officer in question could be detained for culpable homicide.
Court cases
CAUGHT: Pelican Island reckless driver slammed with charges
The reckless driver will be kept in jail until his next court appearance in February.
Free State
Mangaung serial rapist caught after evading police for 13 years
The 13-year search for the man who pillaged women in Bloemspruit ended on Thursday.
