Three robbery suspects linked to a series of violent incidents in Waterloo outside Durban in KwaZulu Natal (KZN) were neutralised by the community within hours following a crime spree leaving one assailant dead, another injured and a third in custody. Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) were dispatched
The alleged plot to kidnap Pretoria businessman Jerry Boshoga in 2024 is disclosed by Matlala’s henchmen. Tiego Mabusela and Musa Kekana also discuss how they will charge “5clipa” (R500,000) each for the kidnapping in the messages, which were exclusively obtained by the Sunday Times. In November 2024, Boshoga
The trial of 32-year-old Tiffany Meek, accused of killing her 11-year-old son Jayden-Lee, resumes at the Johannesburg High Court. Meek faces multiple charges, including crimen injuria, attempting to defeat the ends of justice, and attempting to obstruct justice. The case draws national attention as proceedings continue, with the court hearing
South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs has intensified its anti-corruption drive, with Leon Schreiber confirming the dismissal of seven more officials over misconduct, fraud, and corruption. This latest action pushes the total number of dismissals to 63 since the formation of the Government of National Unity in July 2024. Authorities
The Special Tribunal’s ruling that has set aside the R85 million tender awarded to the ISF Shula Joint Venture for the construction of a concrete barrier wall along the KwaZulu‑Natal-Mozambique border. The wall was commissioned by the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport in response to community concerns about rampant cross-border
The legal battle surrounding the alleged robbery at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Limpopo has taken another turn, as the court declined a request to dismiss the case against the accused. At the Modimolle Regional Court, Imanuwela David, alongside siblings Froliana Joseph and Ndilinasho Joseph, face charges linked to an alleged break-in
The sentencing proceedings involving Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe and his co-accused Tobias Matonhodze took a serious turn at the Alexandra Regional Court, where new details raised concerns beyond the compensation already paid to the victim. While the court heard that Sipho Mahlangu has received financial compensation totaling R400,000, attention quickly shifted
The immediate freedom of popular Lekompo musician, Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke, professionally known as Shebeshxt or Shebe Maburna hangs in the balance following an explosive day in court. The 31-year-old star appeared before the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Thursday as he continues to be released on bail. However his
Safety concerns have taken centre stage ahead of the highly anticipated Soweto Derby. The South African Police Service has warned fans against attempts to beat the ticketing system. At the previous clash, overcrowding at FNB Stadium raised serious alarm after more spectators gained entry than the number of tickets sold
The sentencing phase in the case involving Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe and his co-accused Tobias Matonhodze continued at the Alexandra Regional Court, with new developments shedding light on both restitution and unresolved risks. The court was informed that the victim, Sipho Mahlangu, has begun receiving financial compensation. According to the investigating
