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Two brothers from a well-known family in Potchefstroom were shot, one fatally, during a business meeting.

73-year-old man under police guard after allegedly shooting brothers

Two brothers from a well-known family in Potchefstroom were shot, one fatally, during a business meeting.

Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala is in the spotlight at the Madlanga Commission.

Witness C tells Madlanga commission of operation conducted at Matlala’s home

The Madlanga commission of inquiry into allegations of corruption in the criminal justice system on Friday heard how Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala told the investigating officers during a raid about a tender he secured from the SAPS and his…

Katiso “KT” Molefe.

Alleged DJ Sumbody murder mastermind KT Molefe granted R400,000 bail after appeal

Katiso “KT” Molefe, 61, accused of the murder of Pretoria club owner Oupa John Sefoka, better known as DJ Sumbody, was granted R400,000 bail by the Johannesburg high court on Friday. Molefe is accused of masterminding the murder of DJ…

National police commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola at the Madlanga commission of inquiry. File photo.

‘An attack on a police officer is an attack on the state’ — police warn communities after viral video of attack on cops

National police commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola warned that police would not tolerate unruly behaviour from community members who disrespect police officers. This comes after the arrests of two men caught on camera while allegedly…

Total of four arrested over death of woman, 75, accused of witchcraft.

Alexandra businessman dies in hail of bullets

A community leader and businessman from Alexandra township in northern Johannesburg, Vincent Ndima, was fatally wounded in a shooting on Monday morning. Gauteng police spokesperson Capt Tintswalo Sibeko said gunmen opened fire on two men…

Two former Gauteng education officials were sentenced to six years and eight years respectively. Stock photo.

Ex-employees jailed for stealing funds from Gauteng education department

Two former Gauteng department of education officials from the Gauteng West district abused the trust placed in them by the department. Johannesburg specialised commercial crimes court magistrate Philip Venter said this on Thursday as he…

The sentencing of convicted murderer Sibusiso Zitha began on Thursday.

The tragic end of the 'Pastry Princess', who fell in love with a 'broken man'

Sibuso Zitha, 41, and Thembekile Letlape, 38, met at a corporate event about six years ago for the first time and lost contact for the longest time and were unable to communicate.

Sibusiso Zitha murdered his girlfriend Thembekile Letlape, who found social media fame after starting her own bakery.

15-year prison term meted out to 'Pastry Princess' killer Sibusiso Zitha

The high court in Johannesburg has sentenced Sibusiso Zitha to 15 years' imprisonment for the murder of Thembekile Letlape, a celebrity baker known as the “Pastry Princess”.

The sentencing of convicted murderer Sibusiso Zitha began on Thursday.

Pastry Princess murderer admits to being a bad partner

Sibusiso Zitha, 41, found guilty of the murder of Thembekile Letlape, 38, a celebrity chef known as the “Pastry Princess”, admitted he introduced his partner to bad things including drugs.

Safa president Danny Jordaan, businessman Trevor Neethling and Safa CFO Gronie Hluyo appeared before the Palm Ridge magistrate's court on charges of fraud and conspiracy to commit fraud.

Fraud case against Safa boss Danny Jordan to proceed in November

SA Football Association boss Danny Jordaan, CFO Gronie Hluyo and businessman Trevor Neethling appeared at the Palm Ridge specialised commercial crimes court on Friday.

Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi. Picture: Freddy Mavunda © Business Day

Motsoaledi urges stakeholders to support health ombud's office

Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi urged health industry stakeholders to support the office of the health ombudsman to continue building a safe and ethical healthcare system for all South Africans

Candidates assembled at an exercise field in Johannesburg before fitness tests for the JMPD recruitment programme, which began on August 25.

Two candidates die during fitness tests for Joburg metro police jobs

Johannesburg metro police have confirmed the death of two trainee candidates who participated in its recent recruitment and selection programme.

Justice and constitutional development minister Mmamoloko Kubayi. File photo.

Justice DG Doc Mashabane disciplined for Madlanga commission delays

Justice and constitutional development department deputy director-general responsible for ICT Jabu Hlatshwayo has been suspended after the Madlanga commission was delayed.

Chairperson of the commission,
acting deputy chief justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga addresses members of the media.

Madlanga commission delayed over procurement of vital infrastructure

The judicial commission of inquiry into allegations of political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system is delayed.

Phethe Sara Simiao, 25, was found guilty of the murder of Amantle Samane.

Amantle Samane's family in pain as her killer found guilty

The family of six-year-old Amantle Samane, who was killed in Soweto last year, are struggling to contain the pain caused by her killer Phethe Sara Simiao.