# Die geskorste misdaadintelligensie-lid, sersant Fannie Nkosi, wil hê die Nasionale Vervolgingsgesag moet die aanklagte teen hom heroorweeg. Hy het vlugtig in die Landdroshof in Pretoria-Noord voorgekom waar hy teregstaan op aanklagte in verband met vuurwapens en regsverydeling ná ‘n polisieklopjag op sy woning in April. Nkosi word ook daarvan beskuldig dat hy homself as […]
# DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis says the discovery of the bodies of six women in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, since July shows the need for stronger action against violent crime. According to Hill-Lewis, government must improve investigations and ensure those responsible for violent crimes are brought to justice. He calls for more visible law enforcement, better lighting […]
# ‘n Verslag deur AfriForum ná die ondersoek na 47 gewelddadige plaasaanvalle tussen 2019 en 2025, dui op ‘n herhalende patroon van marteling. Daarvolgens is slagoffers gebrand, gesteek, verwurg en seksueel mishandel. Jacques Broodryk van AfriForum sê plaasaanvalle kom in al nege provinsies voor, en vra die regering om dit te erken as ‘n misdaad […]
# National Police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe has called on men to stand up against violence against women. Addressing the media, Mathe condemned the latest spike in women’s killings after a sixth body was discovered in KwaThema, Springs, Ekurhuleni this morning. Mathe says investigators are considering several theories, including whether one perpetrator, multiple suspects or copycat […]
# South African petrochemicals group Sasol has signed a fuel supply agreement with Antarctic expedition company White Desert, supporting flights to the remote continent. Sasol says the deal will provide aviation fuel for White Desert’s specialised polar operations which transport scientists, tourists and support teams to Antarctica. The fuel includes sustainable aviation fuel, produced by […]
# Deputy president Paul Mashatile says his recovery is progressing well after a recent minor medical procedure. In a statement, Mashatile says he is regaining strength each day and will continue resting on his doctors’ advice. He says work and delegated responsibilities continue through his office and with stakeholders in government and business. Mashatile thanks […]
# Johannesburg Metro Police Department Internal Affairs head Elmarie de Beer has highlighted serious operational challenges at the unit during testimony before the Madlanga commission. She says the unit has only 38 personnel, leaving it severely understaffed. De Beer says investigations, particularly those involving misconduct and corruption, can take longer because of capacity constraints, while […]
# Build One South Africa says voting for a smaller party is not a wasted vote as the country marks International Day of Democracy, 50 days before local elections. The party’s Graham Charters says old parties’ benefit from the myth that only they are viable. He says South Africa is in a coalition era, and […]
# The suspended Crime Intelligence officer Sergeant Fannie Nkosi wants the National Prosecuting Authority to reconsider charges against him. Nkosi made a brief appearance in the Pretoria North Magistrate’s Court this morning. He faces firearm-related charges and defeating the ends of justice after a raid at his home in April, and charges for allegedly impersonating […]
