An accused in the disappearance of Joshlin Smith was subjected to intense cross-examination on Tuesday over specific details included in his confession to police. Jacquen Appollis, accused number one, alleges that he was tortured by police and then instructed on what to say in his statement. He claims detectives told him to implicate himself, co-accused… Read More »Accused in Joshlin Smith Case Grilled Over Added Details in Confession The post Accused in Joshlin Smith Case Grilled Over Added Details in Confession first appeared on iAfrica. Politics
The KwaZulu-Natal High Court has heard that crucial witnesses in the reopened inquest into the 1967 death of Chief Albert Luthuli are untraceable. Tuesday marked the second day of proceedings into the circumstances surrounding Luthuli’s death, which the apartheid government claimed was caused by a train accident in kwaDukuza. However, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)… Read More »Key Witnesses Missing in Reopened Inquest Into Chief Albert Luthuli’s Death The post Key Witnesses Missing in Reopened Inquest Into Chief Albert Luthuli’s Death first appeared on iAfrica. Events
Zondo was speaking at the international anti-corruption conference, held at NMU. Politics
Senzo Meyiwa trial postponed again; defense counsel still unprepared for proceedings. Politics
Queensland schoolboy claimed his first national title in the 200 metres in a wind-assisted 19.84 sec Politics
Gauteng Education ends Nali’Bali partnership after practitioner accused of assaulting grade 3 pupil. Events
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have sharply criticized US President Donald Trump for citing disputed claims about South Africa’s domestic policies as justification for his potential absence from the upcoming G20 summit. Trump took to his Truth Social platform on Saturday, voicing reluctance to attend the international gathering. He referenced controversial allegations of genocide against… Read More »EFF Condemns Trump’s “Disingenuous” South Africa Claims Amid G20 Summit Row The post EFF Condemns Trump’s “Disingenuous” South Africa Claims Amid G20 Summit Row first appeared on iAfrica. Politics
Police probe five cases of intimidation and assault linked to a disputed gold mine in Mpumalanga Events
The High Court in Pietermaritzburg in KwaZulu-Natal will hear the case on the 24th of this month. Politics
The incident claimed the lives of 34 construction workers last year Politics
Folksburg Company was used to purchase two vehicles that were given to Tshifhango and Matodzi Politics
A trial within a trial to determine the admissibility of confessions of the accused. Events
Joshlin Smith's kidnapping and human trafficking trial continues. Events
President Ramaphosa has urged police members to distance themselves from corrupt activities Events
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has raised concerns about the ongoing taxi violence in the province. Events
A recent survey paints a stark picture of South Africa’s mood. The Brenthurst Foundation’s latest findings show that seven out of ten South Africans believe their country is on the wrong path. Unemployment, illegal immigration, and corruption have deeply eroded public trust in the government, leaving citizens grappling with daily struggles and poor living conditions.… Read More »South Africa’s Future: A Nation Torn Between Hope and Frustration” The post South Africa’s Future: A Nation Torn Between Hope and Frustration” first appeared on iAfrica. Politics
Minister Parks Tau has launched an investigation into corruption at SABS Politics
Busisiwe Mkhwebane says LPC has not formally notified her of its intention to disbar her. Politics
The accused contend that their statements were given under duress and they were tortured by police. Events
Two accused in the Joshlin Smith case say their confessions were coerced. Politics
