Daniel Smit, convicted of the brutal murder of 13-year-old Jerobejin van Wyk, faces sentencing as the Western Cape High Court hears final testimonies detailing the tragic events and Smit’s psychological background.
In a shocking development, charges against one of the accused in the Joshlin Smith case were withdrawn. Here's the latest from the Vredenburg Magistrate’s Court.
Watch the live court appearance of the suspects in the Joshlin Smith case, including her mother, right here.
Johannesburg Zoo faces legal action from several animal rights groups over elephant captivity. Here's everything we know.
The magistrate had relied on a section of the Drugs and Drug Trafficking Act that was declared unconstitutional almost 30 years ago.
Gary Trappler says he’s a “nosy neighbour”, not a tyre slasher.
All eyes are on the Pretoria High Court as the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes.
The NPA has confirmed that the 17-year-old suspect in the murder of Deveney Nel will be tried as a minor, despite public outcry.
The hearing will continue on Wednesday, where a US District judge will revisit Diddy’s bond request.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been federally indicted and faces charges related to sex trafficking, drug distribution, and racketeering. Here's everything we know.
Thabo Bester clashes with a magistrate over his request for a laptop during his court appearance.
Thabo Bester heads to court to request access to a laptop, claiming it's crucial for preparing his legal defence. Watch the live court proceedings here.
Thabo Bester is back in court seeking access to a laptop, which the Department of Correctional Services has previously denied due to security concerns.
The state has been granted a final postponement in the Joshlin Smith case to investigate new evidence. If unprepared by the next court date, the case risks collapse.
Longwe Twala returns to the Randburg Magistrate's Court in connection with a theft case involving his father, Sello Chicco Twala.
Accused Kirsten Kluyts killer, Bafana Mahungela, lost his bail bid after presenting new evidence in court.
Eight suspects, seven of whom are SAPS officers, appeared in a Durban court on extortion charges after allegedly demanding R100,000 from a Phoenix shop owner.
According to psychiatric evaluations, Deveney Nel's alleged killer showed signs of cognitive retardation and a lack of respect for societal norms, leading experts to recommend that he be referred to the children’s court for further assessment. However, no such referral was made.
But PRASA denies it did anything.
Cameras captured the moment Pastor Mboro's face fell as the judge announced the decision, which also denied bail for his bodyguard, Clement Camillot Baloyi.
The court heard shocking details from state prosecutors, who revealed that the accused had assisted in the search for Deveney before being arrested.
The teen, whose identity was sealed due to her age, was also handed a concurrent 10-year sentence for aggravated robbery.
The suspect, whose identity cannot be revealed due to his age, was reportedly known to Deveney.
The decision came after the court determined that there was insufficient evidence to label her a flight risk, despite the State’s arguments to the contrary.
Marius van der Westhuizen shot each of his children in the head with a Z88 pistol at their home in Brackenfell, Cape Town.
In a dramatic twist, Nyalara, one of Cape Town’s most notorious alleged gang leaders, was acquitted of mass murder charges by the Goodwood Prison Court on Tuesday, per reports from Daily Maverick.
The State has indicated that the investigation into the murders of AKA and celebrity chef Tibz may lead to additional arrests.
Judge Celeste Reinders ruled that the delays in the case were unreasonable, stating that the trial could not proceed under such circumstances.
Just when the pursuit of justice seemed to gain momentum, proceedings in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial were abruptly halted.
Axel Rudakubana is also accused of 10 counts of attempted murder and possession of a bladed article in a public place.
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