Crime

On the Margins: The Pursuit of Dignity and Water in Cape Town’s Forgotten Communities

In Cape Town’s forgotten communities, people face harsh daily struggles without clean water, toilets, or basic services. Women carry heavy…

6 months ago

Shattered Trust on the N1: VIP Protection Unit Assault and South Africa’s Ongoing Police Crisis

In July 2023, eight officers from South Africa’s VIP Protection Unit attacked civilians on Johannesburg’s busy N1 highway, sparking shock…

7 months ago

Resilience and Unity in the Face of Threat: Cape Town’s Enduring Spirit

When a scary bomb threat targeted Cape Town’s AlAzhar Mosque, the city came together like never before. Leaders quickly spoke…

7 months ago

Shadows of Betrayal: The Thembalethu Gqeku Case and the Crisis of Trust in South African Policing

Thembalethu Gqeku, a South African police officer, was found guilty of raping a 17yearold girl inside a police station—turning a…

7 months ago

Gustrouw at Dawn: Shadows and Solidarity

In the quiet dawn of Gustrouw, a father and daughter tried to steal a generator during power outages, sparking quick…

7 months ago

Anatomy of a Community’s Response: The Strand McDonald’s Robbery and Lessons in Vigilance

On a quiet Sunday night, the peaceful Strand community was shocked when armed robbers targeted their local McDonald’s. But instead…

7 months ago

The Fall of Ace Ncobo: A Scandal Rocks South African Football

Ace Ncobo, once a respected referee and top official in South African football, now faces serious fraud and money laundering…

7 months ago

Al-Azhar Masjied: A Beacon in District Six’s Ongoing Story

AlAzhar Masjied in District Six is a special place where faith and history meet. It offers peace and hope to…

7 months ago

Power, Process, and Perception: Reflecting on the JP Smith Search and Seizure Controversy

The JP Smith controversy in Cape Town began when police searched his office, sparking a heated debate about fairness and…

7 months ago

Under Siege: Intercape, Organized Crime, and the Battle for Safe Transit in South Africa

Intercape, a major bus company in South Africa, is facing a frightening wave of violence from organized crime groups attacking…

7 months ago