November 27, 2023
South Africa: Cape Town Police Captain Arrested for Extortion and Intimidation
A police captain stationed at Kraaifontein SAPS in the Western Cape has been arrested on charges of extortion and intimidation. Read more »
November 24, 2023
South Africa: Oscar Pistorius Will Be a Free Man
Former Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius is set to be released on parole on January 5, 2024, nearly 11 years after the murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. Read more »
South Africa: Former Paralympic Champion Oscar Pistorius Could Soon Be a Free Man
Oscar Pistorius, the former South African Paralympic champion convicted of murdering his girlfriend in 2013, could potentially be released immediately if granted parole at a… Read more »
South Africa: Daveyton 'DJ Smanga' Killed During Garage Robbery
Popular Daveyton DJ Alfred "DJ Smanga" Ndala was shot and killed during an ATM bombing at a petrol station in Etwatwa on Monday night. Read more »
November 22, 2023
South Africa: Two Accused Were Illegally Arrested, Defence Says in Meyiwa Murder Trial
In the ongoing trial about the murder of Senzo Meyiwa, on Tuesday, the defence has raised serious concerns about the legality of the arrests of two key accused. Read more »
South Africa: Pirates Star Lorch Dodges Jail
Orlando Pirates midfielder Thembinkosi Lorch was handed a suspended jail term by the Randburg Magistrate's Court but slapped with a hefty fine for assaulting his former girlfriend… Read more »
November 21, 2023
South Africa: Top Official Charged With Murder and Conspiracy At Fort Hare
A senior official at the University of Fort Hare tasked with investigating and uncovering corruption at the institution has been arrested in connection with the murders of two… Read more »
November 20, 2023
South Africa: Senzo Meyiwa-Accused Warned Police About His 'Expensive' Pants, Court Hears
In the ongoing Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, Sergeant Bathobakae Mogola, a member of the police's Cold Case Investigation Unit, provided details on the arrest of Muzikawukhulelwa… Read more »
South Africa: Police Shootout Claims Life of 16-Year-Old Suspect
A routine Uber journey turned into a ride to death when a group of teenagers attempted to rob a driver in Browns Farm, Philippi, in Cape Town. Read more »
November 16, 2023
South Africa: Five Family Members Dead - Woman Arrested for Suspected Murders to Get Insurance Payout
A woman who has been accused of murdering five members of her family for the insurance payout was arrested on Thursday. Read more »
November 15, 2023
South Africa: AMCU Gold One Miners Released On Bail
Five of the 13 striking Amcu Gold One miners who were arrested on Monday during an illegal strike were released on R1,500 bail by the Springs Magistrate's Court on Wednesday. Read more »
South Africa: Terrified Shoppers Run for Cover During Shooting
Shoppers at Gugulethu Mall in Cape Town were gripped in terror on Tuesday as gunshots echoed at the entrance, prompting customers to flee for their lives in an incident that left… Read more »
South Africa: Cop Car Broke Down After Arrest of Senzo Meyiwa-Accused
In the Pretoria High Court, the ongoing Senzo Meyiwa murder trial took a detailed turn as the defence scrutinised the actions of Sergeant Vusumuzi Mogane, one of the investigators. Read more »
November 14, 2023
South Africa: Cops Stopped for Food After Arresting Senzo Meyiwa-Accused, Court Hears
In the ongoing Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, Sergeant Vusumuzi Mogane, an investigator in the case, provided testimony about the movements of the police escort carrying accused… Read more »
South Africa: Foreign National Shopkeepers Say Cape Town Police Stole Money
Foreign national shopkeepers in Thabo Mbeki township, Cape Town claim to have fallen victim to a robbery allegedly committed by members of SAPS. Read more »
November 13, 2023
South Africa: Four Gunned Down in Gqeberha Mass Shooting
Four people from the community of Kwadwesi in Gqeberha were shot dead on Sunday night, while a fifth victim who was shot entering his home is being treated in hospital. Read more »
South Africa: Car Tracking to Be 'Silent Witness' in Senzo Meyiwa Trial?
During the ongoing Senzo Meyiwa murder trial in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, the state has made a strong case for the inclusion of vehicle tracking evidence. Read more »
South Africa: Student Fights for Her Life After Brutal Stabbing
A student at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) is battling for her life after being brutally stabbed more than 10 times, allegedly by her husband. Read more »
November 10, 2023
South Africa: Police Clamp Down On Home Affairs Fake ID Racket
Two Home Affairs officials were arrested in Randfontein on Thursday in connection with the issuing of fraudulent IDs. Read more »
November 07, 2023
South Africa: Head of Detectives' Widow Shot and Killed
The widow of the late head of detectives, Philani Ndlovu, has been assassinated. Read more »
November 08, 2023
South Africa: Accused in Senzo Meyiwa Trial Got to See Confidential Documents, Court Hears
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial has taken a dramatic turn with emotions running high, not only between the prosecution and defence but also involving the presiding judge, Judge Ratha… Read more »
South Africa: Zimdollar Knows Why Her Taxis Were Torched
SABC's outspoken uKhozi FM presenter, Zimiphi Zimdollar Biyela, has denied claims on social media that the burning of her family minibuses is connected to a public spat she had… Read more »
November 07, 2023
South Africa: Senzo Meyiwa Trial - Officer Allegedly Slapped Accused Before Arrest
The trial of the individuals accused of the murder of Senzo Meyiwa has gone into a heated debate over the treatment of Bongani Ntanzi, one of the suspects. Read more »
November 06, 2023
South Africa: Police Unit Arrests Two Who Allegedly Stole Money at Ramaphosa's Phala Phala Farm
The SAPS Hawks Unit has made a breakthrough in the multi-million robbery cover-up at President Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala Phala Farm in February 2020. Read more »
South Africa: Senzo Meyiwa Trial - Police Offered Accused a Job, Court Hears
It was revealed at the Senzo Meyiwa trial that one of the five suspects received a job offer from an investigating officer just a week before being taken into custody. Read more »