Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimonies, live stream on Tuesday, 10 June 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes with the defence expected to respond to new photo evidence submitted by the State and arguments on recalling a key police witness.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng offers to recuse himself in apology
Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng apologised for controversial remarks in the Senzo Meyiwa trial and offered to recuse himself if his presence threatens a fair trial.
Cape Town
R100K cash reward issued for tipoffs on Mfuleni taxi rank shooting
Four people were killed in a shooting at the Mfuleni taxi rank; police are investigating and have offered a R100,000 reward for information leading to the suspects.
Abduction
Kamogelo Baukudi abducted by suspects posed as SAPS officials
A 19-year-old Bloemfontein student, Kamogelo Baukudi, was abducted by men pretending to be police officers.
Cape Town
Four dead in fiery Mfuleni taxi rank shooting
Four people were killed and three injured in a shooting at the Mfuleni taxi rank on Friday, with police investigating the motive and suspects behind the deadly attack.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimonies, live stream on Friday, 6 June 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes today amid rising courtroom tensions over delays and scheduling, with continued cross-examination of lead investigator Brigadier Bongani Gininda.
Eastern Cape
Walter Sisulu University protests escalate with N2 blocked off
Walter Sisulu University students have intensified their protests by blocking the N2 highway in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, following the bail release of a university residence manager accused of fatally shooting a student.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimonies, live stream on Wednesday, 4 June 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues today as cross-examination of Brigadier Bongani Gininda resumes, following allegations that accused number one was assaulted during arrest.
Corruption
Moroadi Cholota extradition deemed unlawful: Here’s what it means
A Free State High Court judge has ruled that Moroadi Cholota’s extradition from the United States was unlawful, impacting her role in the R255 million asbestos corruption case.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimonies, live stream on Tuesday, 3 June 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa trial continues today as the defence challenges the State over missing vehicle tracking data critical to allegations of police misconduct during the arrests.
Court
Sangoma in Kutlwano Shalaba murder intends to plead guilty
A sangoma has told a South African court he intends to plead guilty in the case of two-year-old Kutlwano Shalaba’s murder, as police continue investigating the child’s death and possible links to ritual crimes.
Gun violence
Barbs Industrial Cafe deadly shooting linked to rivalry over illegal gold mining – source
Two men were killed and a third wounded in a targeted shooting at Barbs Industrial Cafe in Barberton, Mpumalanga, allegedly linked to ongoing rivalries over illegal gold mining.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimonies, live stream on Monday, 2 June 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes today as the court awaits critical vehicle tracking data that may influence the direction of witness questioning and defence arguments.
Gauteng
Likhona Fose: Manhunt launched after body of 14-year old discovered in Roodepoort open field
The body of 14-year-old Likhona Fose was found in an open field in Roodepoort, a day after she went missing.
Durban
Olorato Mongale murder update: Second suspect in custody
A second suspect in the murder case of 30-year-old Olorato Mongale has handed himself over to police in KwaMashu, KwaZulu-Natal.
Durban
Orolato Mongale’s mom reacts to the death of the main suspect
The main suspect in Olorato Mongale’s murder was killed during a police shootout, prompting a powerful response from her grieving mother.
Gauteng
Parents of Olorato Mongale murder suspect arrested: Here’s what we know
Police have arrested the parents of the main suspect in the Olorato Mongale murder case after they allegedly helped him evade arrest.
Gauteng
Sangoma arrested after discovery of missing Kutloano Shalaba’s body
Police have recovered the body of two-year-old Kutloano Shalaba and arrested a sangoma linked to the boy’s disappearance.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 41
Kelly Smith, Jacquen Appollis, and Steveno van Rhyn have been sentenced to life imprisonment for human trafficking and kidnapping in the case of missing six-year-old Joshlin Smith.
Court
Joshlin Smith sentencing: Kelly Smith, Jacquen and Steveno get life imprisonment
Kelly Smith, Jacquen Appollis, and Steveno van Rhyn have been sentenced to life imprisonment for the trafficking and kidnapping of Joshlin Smith.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 41, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
Sentencing is expected today in the Joshlin Smith trial, with the court set to deliver its decision on human trafficking and kidnapping convictions.
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Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 40
On Day 40 of the Joshlin Smith trial, heart-wrenching victim impact statements were heard and final arguments presented, as sentencing looms.
Gauteng
Olorato Mongale murder: Here’s what police know about the suspect
Olorato Mongale was killed after being picked up for a date; police are searching for a man known only as John, who may be linked to other murders in Johannesburg.
Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial suffers yet another delay over AVL tracker evidence
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial has been postponed again to Monday, 2 June 2025, to allow time for police vehicle tracking data to be gathered.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 40, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
The court is expected to hear final arguments in sentencing today, with the state pushing for maximum penalties for all three convicted in the Joshlin Smith case.
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Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: Here’s what happened on Day 39
Expert testimony and detailed probation reports dominate Day 39 of the Joshlin Smith trial, shedding light on premeditation, the psychological profiles of the accused, and the call for maximum penalties.
Explosions & Bombings
Police arrest one of Limpopo’s most wanted criminal
The arrest operation was executed following actionable intelligence information and thorough monitoring of the suspect's movements.
Court
Joshlin Smith trial watch: What to expect on Day 39, how to watch live in South Africa [video]
Final preparations continue in the Joshlin Smith trial ahead of sentencing this week, with Day 39 expected to confirm social worker reports and witness readiness.
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Court
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimonies, live stream on Tuesday, 27 May 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues today with testimony from the Legal Practice Council on the credentials of a lawyer who represented one of the accused.
Abduction
Suspect linked to Eastern Cape kidnappings due in court
A 25-year-old man suspected of kidnapping a victim for financial gain in the Eastern Cape is expected to appear in the Tsolo Magistrate’s Court.
