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Victims of South Africa’s ‘house of horrors’ case embrace hope as trial approaches

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After nearly eight years of legal battles, the trial for South Africa's oldest sex abuse case is finally set to begin, igniting hope for the victims as they courageously ...

Ex-pastor and co-accused sentenced to nine years for orchestrating R329 million Ponzi scheme

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After a decade-long trial, ex-pastor Colin Davids and his associate Derek Bredekamp face nine years in prison for their involvement in a devastating R329 million ...

EFF ready to defend Malema’s ‘hate speech’

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The Equality Court has ruled that Julius Malema's comments during a political assembly incite violence and constitute hate speech, reflecting on the implications ...

Court orders car dealership to refund buyer over faulty Ford Focus

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Wingfield Motors is mandated to refund a client for a defective vehicle purchase after a ruling by the Western Cape High Court, highlighting significant violations ...

Rapist fails in bid to overturn conviction

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The Western Cape High Court has denied a rapist's appeal, affirming the credibility of a 13-year-old victim and her mother's testimony.

Judge highlights femicide crisis in handing down 24-year sentence

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A high court judge sentences a murderer to 24 years, spotlighting the urgent femicide crisis and the need for societal change.

R5. 4 million compensation for arm amputee after train attack

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After a violent train attack in 2017, an arm amputee has been awarded R5. 4 million by the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa, covering his medical expenses and ...

Congregants want convicted pastor jailed for multi-million rand fraud

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Victims of a fraudulent forex scheme led by Colin Davids and Derek Bredekamp share their harrowing experiences in court, revealing the financial devastation faced ...

Teenager to stand trial for the murder of Deveney Nel

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A 17-year-old boy accused of murdering fellow pupil Deveney Nel will appear in the Western Cape High Court next month, following a psychiatric evaluation confirming ...

High Court mandates evaluation of pit bull dogs following alarming attacks in Caledon

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The Western Cape High Court has intervened to protect public safety, ordering the owner of two Pit Bull Terriers and a mixed breed dog to submit her pets for evaluation ...

SCA dismisses former sports boss James Evans' application against WP Athletics

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The Supreme Court of Appeal has dismissed James Thomas Evans' application for reconsideration against WP Athletics, ruling that his claims of contempt were premature ...

High Court denies bail for fisherman accused of violently attacking wife on anniversary

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A fisherman accused of violently attacking his wife on their anniversary remains in custody as the court denies his bail application.

High Court dismisses R4 million defamation claim

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A High Court ruling has dismissed a R4 million defamation claim from a municipality employee who alleged that a report on sewage spillage contained false statements. ...

Judge rules against State's evidence admission in notorious gang murder case

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The Western Cape High Court has rejected the State's application to admit a warning statement from a deceased co-accused in the gang murder trial of Elton Lenting ...

Court ruling highlights GBV response failures at Belhar police station

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A recent court ruling in Belhar reveals the systemic failures in addressing gender-based violence, highlighting a woman's traumatic experience while seeking help ...

Judge President Mbenenge apologises for embarrassing chats

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Judge President Selby Mbenenge faces serious allegations of sexual harassment as he defends his conduct during a Judicial Conduct Tribunal, claiming his conversations ...

Woman awarded R2. 2 million after rubber bullet eye injury

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A South African woman was awarded R2. 2 million after a rubber bullet fired by police during civil unrest led to the loss of her right eye.

Judge President Selby Mbenenge's emoji evidence scrutinised in sexual harassment tribunal

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During the Judicial Conduct Tribunal, emoji expert Dr Vincent Mello testified about the significance of emoji exchanges between Judge President Selby Mbenenge and ...

Rape survivor’s powerful testimony after decades of silence

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Zara Katovsky shares her harrowing journey of survival and healing after enduring a traumatic childhood assault, culminating in the recent conviction of her abuser. ...

Justice served: Landmark conviction offers hope to sexual assault victims

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The landmark conviction came when Clinton McMaster, formerly Clinton Nair, was found guilty of two counts of indecent assault and one count of rape, perpetrated ...

Tribunal denies cross-examination in Judge Mbenenge's sexual harassment case

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Judge President Selby Mbenenge will not be cross-examined by the complainant's legal team after their application was denied by the Judicial Conduct Tribunal, which ...

Police officer arrested for allegedly extorting R5 000 from suspect

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A police officer in the Western Cape is under scrutiny for allegedly extorting R5,000 from a fraud suspect, sparking a strong response from provincial police leadership ...

Negligent lawyer must compensate RAF client, rules Western Cape High Court

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A Cape Town law firm faces legal repercussions after failing to timely prosecute a client's Road Accident Fund claim, resulting in a court ruling for compensation ...

Rapists win appeal against robbery, housebreaking sentences

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Two men have successfully appealed their robbery convictions in the Western Cape High Court, but they will continue to serve life sentences for rape.

Ex-cop held over alleged political 'hit' fails in another bail bid

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Bulelani Yosana's bail appeal is denied in the Western Cape High Court as a crucial witness recants their statement, casting doubt on the State's case in the politically ...