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Pebco Three inquest reopens search for justice 41 years after activists’ killings
The Gqeberha High Court will hear the inquest into the 1985 abduction and murder of the Pebco Three, marking a crucial step forward for families pursuing justice for…
Pump pain hits workers hard
South African trade unions warn that the latest fuel price hike will drive up food and transport costs, intensifying calls to review fuel taxes and adjust wages to match the…
Rhodes University fee fight exposes the growing cost of student protest
After charges were dropped against 13 Rhodes University students arrested during protests over fee protocols, civil society group Not In My Name is demanding the police cover…
Court lifts witness reporting ban in AKA and Tibz murder
The Durban High Court has amended its media restrictions, permitting journalists to report and broadcast witness testimony in the murder trial of Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and Tebello…
Brown Mogotsi case postponed until 23 October as defence challenges State’s response
The criminal case against Brown Mogotsi has been postponed to 23 October, allowing his defence team to bring an application compelling the state to furnish further particulars…
Brown Mogotsi back in court as defence seeks more evidence before trial
Self-proclaimed political fixer Brown Mogotsi returns to the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court as his defence team demands crucial witness records and evidence before trial.
Court separates Myeza charges from AKA and Tibz murder trial
The Durban High Court has ordered that Siyanda Eddie Myeza’s 2022 Mayville murder charges be separated from the trial concerning the killings of Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and Tebello…
Former Eskom spokesperson, Khulu Phasiwe, dies at 52
Former Eskom spokesperson and veteran communications specialist Khulu Phasiwe, who served as the public face of the power utility during critical load-shedding years, has died at…
Six accused seek separate trial in AKA and Tibz murder case
Six of the seven men accused of killing rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane have asked the Durban High Court to separate their trial from co-accused Siyanda…
Sibiya bail hearing postponed as court seeks translations of audio recordings
Suspended deputy national police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya will remain behind bars over the weekend after the Randburg Magistrate’s Court postponed his bail application to…
Places women go to when there is nowhere safe
Shelters and advocacy groups warn that escaping abuse is only the first hurdle for survivors, who face severe housing shortages, financial instability, and lack of long-term…
State raises witness intimidation concerns in Sibiya bail bid
The State has raised concerns over potential witness intimidation during the bail hearing of suspended Gauteng police deputy commissioner Shadrack Sibiya at the Randburg…
Murder first or femicide? Ekurhuleni killings open debate over how cases should be understood
The discovery of 11 women's bodies in Ekurhuleni has sparked community fear and opened a debate on whether the cases should be investigated as isolated murders or viewed through…
Mudzinganyama granted R15 000 bail as NPA warns more charges possible
Businessman Lawrence Chamurwa Mudzinganyama has been granted R15 000 bail facing 10 charges, with the NPA warning that additional charges may follow as investigations proceed.
Ramaphosa orders urgent action as Ekurhuleni killings put GBVF response under scrutiny
Following the recent murders of women in Ekurhuleni, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced four decisive national measures to tackle gender-based violence, clear forensic…