8 h. ago Closing arguments to continue in Joshlin Smith kidnapping trial

Joshlin Smith disappeared from her Middelpos home in Saldanha Bay in February last year.

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26 h. ago Joshlin Smith case is first of its kind in SA: State prosecutor

The state prosecutor says the Joshlin Smith case is the first of its kind in SA based on the facts.

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3 d. ago Service delivery issues highlighted as Freedom Day is celebrated

Some of the residents of Ermelo have accused government of failing to deliver basic services.

Politics

4 d. ago Jeffrey Epstein Accuser Virginia Giuffre Dies By Suicide, Her Family Says

Virginia Giuffre, one of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s most prominent accusers, has committed suicide, her family said on Friday. Giuffre, 41, died on Friday in Western Australia state, where she had been living for several years, the family said in an emailed statement. “Virginia was a fierce warrior in the fight against sexual… Read More »Jeffrey Epstein Accuser Virginia Giuffre Dies By Suicide, Her Family Says The post Jeffrey Epstein Accuser Virginia Giuffre Dies By Suicide, Her Family Says first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago AfriForum accepts apology from Police Minister over false accusation

AfriForum says that it accepts the apology from Police Minister Senzo Mchunu.

Politics

4 d. ago Mangaung prison warders accused of inmate murder granted bail

Three of the four men, with the exception of Boitumelo Mooi stated they intended to plead not guilty

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5 d. ago Mankweng court postpones bail ruling for former teacher rape case

Mamabolo says the accused must prove exceptional circumstances for his release on bail

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6 d. ago Lawyer of Limpopo teacher accused of rape presses court for bail

The accused faces charges of rape and child sexual grooming after being accused of raping a minor.

Society

6 d. ago Pretoria court rejects pastor Zondo’s recusal bid in rape trial

Rivers of Living Waters Church leader is accused of rape and sexual assault

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6 d. ago Court hears alleged Usindiso arsonist confessed to deadly blaze

Mdlalose has been charged with the deaths of 76 people following the incident in August 2023

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7 d. ago State witness to take the stand as Joshlin Smith trial continues

Jacquen Appollis, Steveno Van Rhynand and Kelly Smith stand accused of kidnapping Joshlin Smith.

Politics

7 d. ago News anchor Aldrin Sampear placed on break pending assault probe

Sampear is accused of assaulting a woman following a crash and a case has been opened against him.

Events

7 d. ago Joburg Fire Accused Retracts Confession, Cites Duress and Mental Instability

S’thembiso Mdlalose, the man who previously confessed to starting the devastating fire at the Usindiso building in Johannesburg’s CBD, is now contesting that confession, claiming it was not made voluntarily. The 31-year-old appeared in the Palm Ridge Magistrates Court on Tuesday, where his legal team announced a challenge to the confession’s admissibility. The fire, which… Read More »Joburg Fire Accused Retracts Confession, Cites Duress and Mental Instability The post Joburg Fire Accused Retracts Confession, Cites Duress and Mental Instability first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Officer Explains Why Charges Were Dropped Against Former Accused in Joshlin Smith Case

The lead investigator in the Joshlin Smith case has testified about why charges were withdrawn against a former accused, Phumza Sigaqa. Captain Wesley Lombard from the police’s anti-kidnapping unit continued giving evidence on Tuesday, detailing the steps taken during the investigation into the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith. Joshlin’s mother, Kelly Smith, along with Jacquen… Read More »Officer Explains Why Charges Were Dropped Against Former Accused in Joshlin Smith Case The post Officer Explains Why Charges Were Dropped Against Former Accused in Joshlin Smith Case first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago ActionSA accuses DA of complicity in initial VAT hike proposal

ActionSA has accused the Democratic Alliance of political opportunism and hypocrisy.

Politics

8 d. ago LIVE | Joshlin Smith kidnapping trial continues – 22 April 2025

The Joshlin Smith kidnapping trial continues at the Western Cape High Court sitting in Saldanha Bay

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8 d. ago Court to hear if accused in Meyiwa trial has legal representation

Muzi Sibiya was left without legal representation after the death of his lawyer Thulani Mngomezulu.

Events

9 d. ago Morocco’s Berkane stake strong claim for final Confed Cup spot

Berkane have reached four Confederation Cup finals in the past six years.

Politics

9 d. ago Gauteng Easter crashes claim 15 lives, including 9 pedestrians

Gauteng has recorded 14 fatal crashes since the start of the Easter weekend, claiming 15 lives.

Events

1 week ago Limpopo woman arrested for alleged kidnapping, murder of father

36-year-old woman and co-accused charged with hijacking, kidnapping and killing her 72-year-old dad.

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