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Malema confident ahead of pre-sentencing as State pushes for jail time

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, says he remains confident that "justice will prevail" as he prepares for his pre-sentencing hearing on Wednesday at the East London Magistrate’s Court. Malema was found guilty in October last year by Magistrate, Twanet Olivier, on multiple charges, including unlawful possession and discharge of a firearm, reckless endangerment, and failure to take reasonable precautions. The charges stem from a July 2018 EFF rally […]

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Buthelezi murder trial delayed again as lawyer’s accident fuels family frustration

The trial of former police constable. Mandla Buthelezi, accused of killing Gauteng traffic warden Chesney Keppler, has been postponed once again - this time after his legal representative was injured in a car accident. Buthelezi briefly appeared in the Johannesburg High Court on Tuesday, where proceedings were expected to get underway alongside his co-accused, Llewellyn Meyers. However, the trial could not proceed after his lawyer, Sphamandla Madinane, was hospitalised following […]

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From trusted leader to accused: Dobsonville pastor in child rape case

Residents in Dobsonville say the 58-year-old pastor accused of raping a 12-year-old girl was widely regarded as a trusted and influential figure in the community. A disturbing video linked to the case, showing the young girl lying naked on a table and appearing dazed while a woman confronts a man she accuses of sexual assault, has been widely circulated on social media, sparking outrage. Scores of residents, activists and members […]

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Proteas Women squad to face India revealed

Titans wicketkeeper-batter, Tebogo Macheke, has earned her maiden call-up to the Proteas Women squad for their five-match T20 International series against India on home soil from 17 to 27 April. The 15-player squad will be led by captain, Laura Wolvaardt, in what will be their final official assignment ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England in June. Macheke replaces Karabo Meso who has been ruled out […]

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Nkosi to spend another week behind bars

Suspended SAPS Sergeant, Fannie Nkosi, will remain in custody for another week after his bail hearing was postponed to 20 April for further arguments and deliberations. Nkosi appeared before the Pretoria North Magistrate’s Court on Monday following his arrest earlier this month, during a search-and-seizure operation at his Pretoria North home, days after testifying before the Madlanga Commission. He brought an urgent bail application, claiming the case against him is […]

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NPA to prosecute officials implicated in Life Esidimeni tragedy

Nearly a decade after the tragedy shocked the nation, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has confirmed it will prosecute individuals implicated in the deaths of mental healthcare patients during the Life Esidimeni transfer. The incident, which unfolded between 2015 and 2016, claimed the lives of at least 141 psychiatric patients who were moved from licensed facilities to unregistered and ill-equipped non-governmental organisations (NGO's) and hospitals. Speaking to eNCA, NPA spokesperson, […]

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Carrim hospitalised ahead of return to Madlanga Commission

African National Congress (ANC) regional treasurer and North West businessman, Suliman Carrim, has reportedly been hospitalised following a suspected heart attack, allegedly suffered while at the gym. Carrim was expected to continue his testimony before the Madlanga commission later this week. The controversial businessman's previous attempt to have his testimony in-camera was denied by the commission's chairperson, Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga. During his last appearance, Carrim told the commission that he […]

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Mahungela murder trial postponed amid legal clash

The murder trial of 23-year-old, Bafana Mahungela, has been postponed to Wednesday following heated legal disputes between the State and the defence over procedure, witness consultations and legal standing. Mahungela, who appeared at the Johannesburg High Court, is accused of the kidnapping, robbery and murder of Johannesburg teacher Kirsten Kluyts, whose body was found along a jogging path in November 2023. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges. He […]

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Madlanga Commission | Suspended TMPD deputy admits sharing tender information

Suspended Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) Deputy Police Chief, Umashi Dhlamini has admitted to sharing tender bid documents with Sergeant Fannie Nkosi. Dhlamini made the admission while testifying before the Madlanga Commission, insisting the documents were only shared after they had been made publicly available. Previously during Nkosi's testimony, Whatsapp exchanges presented at the inquiry showed that Dhlamini forwarded a list of bidders for a Tshwane ad hoc security tender […]

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De Bruin names first 2026 Bok Women alignment squad

Springbok Women head coach, Swys de Bruin, has named a 34-player squad for the team’s first alignment camp of 2026, including 10 uncapped players. The camp will take place in Stellenbosch from 12-24 April, as preparations begin for a busy international season. The Bok Women are set to play 14 Test matches this year, starting in the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup in May, before hosting the USA in two contests […]

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