Senzo Meyiwa trial: Killer confessions point to Kelly Khumalo as mastermind
Explosive confessions in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial suggest singer Kelly Khumalo allegedly masterminded the assassination of her then-boyfriend.
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Crime
Mozambican caught with hunting rifle could be in SA illegally, Middelburg court hears
Elias Antonio Macie, a 43-year-old Mozambican national, was caught driving around Middelburg with a hunting rifle in his car.
Crime
Sifiso Mkhwanazi: Sadistic serial killer found guilty of six counts of rape and murder
Sifiso Mkhwanazi has been convicted of raping and murdering six Johannesburg sex workers. Here’s everything we know.
Crime
Mother of Joshlin Smith abandons bail – Here’s everything we know
As expected, court proceedings were brief, as Joshlin Smith’s mother Kelly, Jacquen and Steveno informed the court of their collective decision to abandon bail as a safety precaution.
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Joshlin Smith latest news: Tensions explode outside Vredenburg Magistrates Court [video]
The latest news in the Joshlin Smith case saw tensions rise between protestors and police outside the Vredenburg Magistrate’s Court.
Crime
Joshlin Smith suspects expected back in court: How to watch live in South Africa [video]
Joshlin Smith’s mother, Racquel, her boyfriend, Jacquen Appollis and two others will be back at Vredenburg Magistrate’s Court, on Wednesday.
Crime
AKA murder case hits a stumbling block in Eswatini: Here are the latest updates
On Tuesday, an Eswatini court blocked South African prosecutors from retrieving cellphones seized from two suspects accused in the AKA murder case.
Crime
Suspects in Joshlin Smith disappearance unmasked: Here’s the latest
Suspects in the Joshlin Smith disappearance were finally unmasked in court, on Thursday. Here are the latest updates.
Crime
Joshlin Smith suspects appear in court: Here’s what you must know
Court proceedings begin for Joshlin Smith’s disappearance with new leads emerging.
Crime
AKA murder suspects in fear of their safety, Eswatini court hears
The two suspects in AKA’s murder informed the court they were not opposed to being extradited to South Africa—provided their safety concerns were adequately addressed.
Crime
Who is Paul Jorgensen? – Here’s what we know about KZN’s go-to criminal defence attorney
Discover who Advocate Paul Jorgensen is, the KZN go-to criminal defence attorney taking on the AKA murder case.
Crime
Woman linked to the murder of Keeya Mbulawa arrested
Lindeni Nonhlelelwa Matsebula, the woman accused of the murder and kidnapping of five-year-old Keeya Mbulawa, is due in court, on Friday.
Crime
Suspects in AKA and Tibz murder unmasked at first court appearance
Five of the seven suspects accused of the murders of AKA and his former manager Tibz were officially unmasked in court, on Thursday.
Crime
Enyobeni Tavern owners sentenced – Was it a slap on the wrist?
The Enyobeni Tavern owners were sentenced for supplying alcohol to minors, amid ongoing investigations into the death
Crime
Werner de Jager deemed a danger to his kids, court denies bail
Werner de Jager remains in custody following the rejection of his bail application by the Amanzimtoti Magistrate’s Court.
Crime
Carol Ann Avent: Mastermind behind R11.5 million money laundering scheme appears in court
Carol Ann Avent allegedly roped her family in a money laundering scam that cost her former employer, Transco CC. R11.5 million in losses.
Crime
Tsheto Modise: Palm Ridge police stumble on ‘house of horror’
Tsheto Modise appeared in court on human trafficking charges, accused of exploiting foreign nationals for employment in South Africa.
Crime
Thabo Bester prison break pretrial gets a new date
The Thabo Bester pretrial was postponed to a new date, following an eventful day in court, on Wednesday. Here’s what you must know.
Crime
Dundee serial rapist, Mbutho Zondi, sentenced to three life terms
The Pietermaritzburg High Court handed down a landmark sentence to Mbutho Zondi, convicting him of a series of violent crimes against women.
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What charges is Nicole Fegan facing? – Here’s what you must know
Nicole Fegan, a criminal defence attorney involved in the YSL RICO case, is accused of being part of a criminal street gang.
International
Watch live: Young Thug RICO trial – Day 30 [video]
Watch the high-profile Young Thug RICO trial live. Get all the details on how to follow the proceedings online.
Crime
Groblersdal ‘racist’ attack: Pieter Groenewald and son denied bail
Denied bail, Pieter Groenewald and Stephen Greef will remain in prison until their next court appearance in mid-March.
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No EFF at SONA 2024: Court throws out Malema’s attempt to lift suspension
The EFF will wholly sit out SONA 2024 after suffering their third defeat in court, in a week. Here’s everything you must know.
International
Verdict looms on Dani Alves rape trial: Here’s what to expect
Dani Alves faces a nine-year prison term and financial restitution to the accuser, with a verdict anticipated in his nightclub rape trial.
Crime
Nadine Terblanche murder: State insists this was Freddie Stapelberg’s motive
Pardon Danhire, now a co-accused in Nadine Terblanche and her son’s murders, stands as a pivotal figure in the state’s case against Freddie Stapelberg.
Crime
State moves forward with Hildegard Steenkamp assets auction
The ill-gotten assets of Hildegard Steenkamp, which include an array of luxury possessions, will go on auction soon. Here’s what you must know.
Crime
Chevonne Rusch: Mom killer and fiancé sentencing rescheduled – Here’s the latest
The sentencing of Chevonne Rusch’s mom has been deferred to early March.
Technology
Vodacom takes Nkosana Makate’s ‘Please Call Me’ case to apex court
If the Constitutional Court rules in Nkosana Makate’s favour, the payout could delve into the billions.
Crime
Werner de Jager could be charged with two more murders
Werner de Jager, previously charged with the murder of his spouse, is now implicated in a separate incident—a fatal car accident on the N1 highway near Kroonsta
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ICJ dismisses Ukraine’s bid to declare Russia a ‘terrorist state’
The International Court of Justice has largely dismissed Ukraine’s case accusing Russia of funding separatism and terrorism in Eastern Ukraine.