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Judge rules Maphisa has a case to answer to in Meyiwa trial

The Pretoria High Court has dismissed the Section 174 application brought by accused number four, Mthokoziseni Maphisa, in the ongoing Senzo Meyiwa murder trial - to have charges against him withdrawn. Maphisa brought the application last month, with his lawyer, Zithulele Nxumalo arguing that state witness Constable Sizwe Zungu’s testimony was contradictory and lacked credibility. However Presiding Judge, Ratha Mokgoatlheng, said he could not grant Maphisa an acquittal because there has a case to answer to. Mokgoatlheng said Constable Zungu’s […]

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Businessman Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala says he’s being framed

Controversial businessman, Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala, will remain behind bars as the state prepares to oppose his latest bid for bail, in what's shaping up to be one of the most high-profile legal cases. The 49-year-old, is accused of orchestrating a failed assassination attempt on his ex-girlfriend, well-known media personality Tebogo Thobejane. He now faces a complex web of charges and counter-claims, including allegations of a fraud and identity theft and allegations of political interference. - A high-stakes bail bid - […]

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Proteas put England to the sword at Headingley

The Proteas have taken a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series against England after a dominant seven-wicket victory in the first match at Headingley. Captain, Temba Bavuma, won the toss and sent the hosts in to bat first, a decision that paid off for the Proteas. The South African bowlers were sublime with Keshav Maharaj taking four wickets while Wiaan Mulder took three of his own, as England were bowled out for just 131 runs. In response, the Proteas […]

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Mathabatha’s resignation signals alarm in smoldering ANC: Analyst

Legal and Governance Analyst, Leo Maphosa, says African National Congress (ANC) veteran Stan Mathabatha’s resignation is a direct critique of the party’s ethical decline. Mathabatha stepped aside as the provincial chair of the ANC in Limpopo, effective immediately. The stalwart wrote to ANC Secretary General, Fikile Mbalula, communicating his decision to stop leading the party in the province voluntarily. Mathabatha stated that the lack of ethical behaviour, persistent misconduct, and lack of ANC values as the main reasons behind his […]

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Well-wishes pour in for Orlando Pirates coach and staff injured in car crash

Messages of support are pouring in for Orlando Pirates head coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou, and five staff members who were injured in a car accident on Sunday. It is understood that the crash occurred on the R21 highway, as the team was returning from Gqeberha, following their 3–0 victory over Chippa United, at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. According to the club, the group had stopped to assist victims of a collision between two vehicles when another car ploughed into them, leaving […]

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Tshwane father seeks justice after daughter’s alleged abuse by teacher

The father of the 14-year-old learner from Prinshof School for the Blind and Partially Sighted in Tshwane, is demanding justice after his daughter was allegedly molested by a teacher. It is understood that the school’s music teacher allegedly abused the girl at the boarding facility in April last year. He has also called for the dismissal of the school principal, accusing her of dismissing his concerns without urgency or remorse. The father has also called for a full investigation into […]

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Broos forced to make changes to Bafana squad ahead of qualifiers

Bafana Bafana coach, Hugo Broos, has confirmed that Sipho Mbule and Thabo Moloisane have been called up to replace injured duo Patrick Maswanganyi and Ime Okon ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Broos announced his final 23-man squad last Thursday, for the upcoming qualifiers against Lesotho and Nigeria last week Thursday. Mbule and Moloisane were initially cut from the preliminary squad but have now been recalled following injuries in the camp. Mbule steps in for his Orlando Pirates […]

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Usindiso Tragedy: Survivors still await justice

Some survivors of the Usindiso Building tragedy in Marshalltown say their lives were shattered that day, and the trauma they experienced continues to haunt them. Sunday, the 31st of August, marked two years since the devastating fire that claimed 76 lives. The blaze broke out in the early hours of the morning in a building that had been converted into an informal settlement at the corner of Albert and Delvers streets. The Marshalltown fire reignited national debate over South Africa’s […]

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Amantle Samane’s killer and rapist sentenced to life imprisonment

Warning: This article contains references to rape and murder, which may be distressing to some readers.   Phethe Simiao, the Mozambican national convicted of raping and murdering six-year-old Amantle Samane, has been sentenced to life imprisonment. The Johannesburg High Court handed down the sentence on Monday, which includes two life terms for rape and murder, along with an additional two years each for kidnapping and for being in South Africa illegally. The sentences will run concurrently, meaning Simiao will be […]

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