25 h. ago Judge Admits Confession Statements in Joshlin Smith Trial Despite Torture Allegations

Confession statements by two accused in the Joshlin Smith kidnapping and human trafficking trial will be admitted as evidence, Judge Nathan Erasmus ruled on Thursday. The decision follows a trial within a trial, during which co-accused Jacquen Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn alleged they had been tortured by police into confessing their involvement. Appollis, Van… Read More »Judge Admits Confession Statements in Joshlin Smith Trial Despite Torture Allegations The post Judge Admits Confession Statements in Joshlin Smith Trial Despite Torture Allegations first appeared on iAfrica.

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58 h. ago Reserve Bank predicts 1.7% growth for local economy despite risks

The bank notes that household spending is expected to underpin economic activity.

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2 d. ago Accused in Joshlin Smith trial claims he lied in confession statement

Accused informed the W.Cape High Court in Saldanha that his confession statement was fabricated.

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3 d. ago CRL Commission sets up committee to investigate church abuse

This follows its investigative hearings regarding the commercialisation of religion

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3 d. ago Key Witnesses Missing in Reopened Inquest Into Chief Albert Luthuli’s Death

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.

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4 d. ago Senzo Meyiwa trial postponed to 22 April due to legal delays

Senzo Meyiwa trial postponed again; defense counsel still unprepared for proceedings.

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4 d. ago Wynberg Court fatal shooting suspect’s bail hearing postponed

The case against a 35-year-old woman linked to the Wynberg shooting is postponed to April 23, 2025.

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6 d. ago Mpumalanga community accuse mining company of forceful evictions

They allege the company has forcefully grabbed a gold mine plant on a farm

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6 d. ago Thales claims inability to defend itself in Zuma corruption trial

The High Court in Pietermaritzburg in KwaZulu-Natal will hear the case on the 24th of this month.

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8 d. ago Trial hears how former VBS chair ran a company within the bank

Folksburg Company was used to purchase two vehicles that were given to Tshifhango and Matodzi

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8 d. ago Investec Strengthens Commitment To Women’s Golf With Sponsorship Of Rising Star Kaiyuree Moodley

Investec, the leading international bank and wealth manager, has announced its newest sponsorship of professional golfer Kaiyuree Moodley. The announcement comes ahead of the highly anticipated 32nd Investec South African Women’s Open, taking place from April 10-13 – reinforcing Investec’s commitment to elevating women’s golf and creating platforms that foster South African talent on the… Read More »Investec Strengthens Commitment To Women’s Golf With Sponsorship Of Rising Star Kaiyuree Moodley The post Investec Strengthens Commitment To Women’s Golf With Sponsorship Of Rising Star Kaiyuree Moodley first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Judge cautions defence counsel against ‘time wasting questions’

A trial within a trial to determine the admissibility of confessions of the accused.

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8 d. ago LIVE: Joshlin Smith’s kidnapping, human trafficking trial continues

Joshlin Smith's kidnapping and human trafficking trial continues.

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8 d. ago George Building collapse victims yet to receive justice: NHBRC

NHBRC chair Kiviet says while no one has yet been arrested, justice must be seen to be done.

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1 week ago McIlroy willing to get heart broken in bid for Masters glory

With two wins under his belt in 2025, McIlroy has never arrived at the Masters in better form.

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1 week ago The Joshlin Smith kidnapping accused’s trial within a trial to resume

The accused contend that their statements were given under duress and they were tortured by police.

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2 w. ago UK police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape, sexual assaults

Brand is due to appear in court for a first hearing on May 2, police said.

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2 w. ago Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability

Flutterwave, Africa’s most valuable fintech startup, has set its sights on profitability in 2025, according to CEO Olugbenga Agboola. Agboola, who made this revelation during a recent interview, also stated that the company is open to acquisition while remaining focused on long-term sustainability. With a valuation of over $3 billion and backing from investors such… Read More »Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability The post Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago How a Ghanaian Lab Is Changing the Future of Global Cancer Research

Several years after losing his father to liver cancer, Ghanaian immunologist Yaw Bediako launched Yemaachi Biotech to close a critical gap in African cancer research. The company, situated in Accra, is building Africa’s largest cancer genomics database—the African Cancer Atlas—using samples from 7,500 patients across the continent. Despite Africa’s rich genetic diversity, only 2% of… Read More »How a Ghanaian Lab Is Changing the Future of Global Cancer Research The post How a Ghanaian Lab Is Changing the Future of Global Cancer Research first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago SAPS hint on potential witness in Joslin Smith kidnapping case

Ayanda Letone's name keeps coming up in the kidnapping and human trafficking trial of Joshlin Smith

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