News
Concourt showdown on Copyright Bill
The court will hear two applications relating to copyright and the rights of blind people to convert works into accessible formats
Crime
Joshlin Smith latest news: State withdraws charges against one of the accused
In a shocking development, charges against one of the accused in the Joshlin Smith case were withdrawn.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.
Crime
Watch live: Joshlin Smith mother and suspects back in court
Watch the live court appearance of the suspects in the Joshlin Smith case, including her mother, right here.
News
Johannesburg Zoo ‘captive’ elephants take centre stage in legal battle
Johannesburg Zoo faces legal action from several animal rights groups over elephant captivity. Here's everything we know.
Crime
Court sets aside conviction in dagga case
The magistrate had relied on a section of the Drugs and Drug Trafficking Act that was declared unconstitutional almost 30 years ago.
News
Cape Town lawyer accused of racially motivated attack takes the stand
Gary Trappler says he’s a “nosy neighbour”, not a tyre slasher.
Crime
Deveney Nel latest news: NPA confirms suspect will be tried as a minor
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.
International
Diddy remanded in federal custody as more details surface about his ‘freak offs’
The hearing will continue on Wednesday, where a US District judge will revisit Diddy’s bond request.
International
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs federal indictment unsealed: Here’s everything you must know
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been federally indicted and faces charges related to sex trafficking, drug distribution, and racketeering. Here's everything we know.
Crime
Watch: Thabo Bester gets into heated argument with magistrate
Thabo Bester clashes with a magistrate over his request for a laptop during his court appearance.
Crime
Watch live: Thabo Bester in court over access to laptop
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.
Crime
Thabo Bester heads to court for access to a laptop: Here’s everything we know
Thabo Bester is back in court seeking access to a laptop, which the Department of Correctional Services has previously denied due to security concerns.
Crime
Joshlin Smith latest news: State granted final postponment to explore ‘new evidence’
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.
Local
Watch live: Longwe Twala returns to court over theft case
Longwe Twala returns to the Randburg Magistrate's Court in connection with a theft case involving his father, Sello Chicco Twala.
Crime
Accused Kirsten Kluyts killer bail denied: Here’s the latest
Accused Kirsten Kluyts killer, Bafana Mahungela, lost his bail bid after presenting new evidence in court.
Crime
Seven KZN officers charged with extortion unmasked 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.
Crime
Deveney Nel murder update: Magistrate who ignored suspect’s psych evaluation in hot water
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.
Technology
Brazilian Supreme Court upholds nationwide ban on X
Brazil's Supreme Court upholds the national ban on X (formerly Twitter) after the platform refused to comply with Brazilian laws.
News
Court asked to compel PRASA to return belongings of foreshore land occupiers
But PRASA denies it did anything.
Crime
Pastor Mboro denied bail: Watch how he reacted in court [video]
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.
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Crime
Deveney Nel accused killer assisted in teen’s search, court hears
The court heard shocking details from state prosecutors, who revealed that the accused had assisted in the search for Deveney before being arrested.
Crime
Middelburg teen girl sentenced to 18 years for gutting pensioner to death
The teen, whose identity was sealed due to her age, was also handed a concurrent 10-year sentence for aggravated robbery.
Crime
Who killed Deveney Nel? – Here’s what we can share about the suspect
The suspect, whose identity cannot be revealed due to his age, was reportedly known to Deveney.
Crime
Moroadi Cholota bail conditions: Here’s what you must know
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.
Crime
Child killer Marius van der Westhuizen parole reversed
Marius van der Westhuizen shot each of his children in the head with a Z88 pistol at their home in Brackenfell, Cape Town.
Crime
Cape Town’s most feared gangster evades mass murder charges
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.
Crime
Financial investigations could bring more arrests in AKA murder
The State has indicated that the investigation into the murders of AKA and celebrity chef Tibz may lead to additional arrests.
News
Estina Dairy Farm case stricken off the roll: Here’s what happens next
Judge Celeste Reinders ruled that the delays in the case were unreasonable, stating that the trial could not proceed under such circumstances.
Crime
Senzo Meyiwa murder trial suffers another delay – Here’s why
Just when the pursuit of justice seemed to gain momentum, proceedings in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial were abruptly halted.
Crime
Who is Axel Rudakubana? – Details emerge about Southport stabbing suspect
Axel Rudakubana is also accused of 10 counts of attempted murder and possession of a bladed article in a public place.
