The Joslin Smith trial reveals a tangled narrative of addiction, abuse and contradictions, as questions arise about her role in the child’s disappearance
A ‘Nigerian man’ allegedly told Smith that the child was in a container, on a boat, heading for West Africa, the court heard
Siliziwe Mbambo also said that according to the case file, the mother of Joshlin Smith threatened to assault her own grandmother
The mother of Joslin wept as her former employer, Carlyn Zeegers, described her as a ‘good mother’ in the kidnapping and human trafficking trial
Despite slight improvements, supply remains strained and ratepayers continue to demand urgent action on infrastructure, billing and governance
Angry residents of Middelpos informal settlement heckled and swore at the mother of missing child Joslin Smith
Two of the accused have alleged being assaulted and tortured and also detailed smoking tik on the day of Joslin’s disappearance
Discussions about financial incentives for crucial information are ongoing but protections for whistleblowers must also be strengthened
A second police witness on Tuesday told the court that Kelly Smith’s partner was uncooperative when questioned
An engaged and informed public plays a crucial role in accountability and reform, said Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi