Crime

The story of Joslin Smith, a missing child from the quiet town of Saldanha Bay, has stirred deep feelings of fear, hope, and grief in her community. W...

Electricity scams in Cape Town trick people with fake urgent messages, often sent through WhatsApp, saying their power will be cut off unless they pay...

Julius Malema, a fiery South African political leader, was found guilty of hate speech for words that sparked violence and hatred at a 2022 rally. The...

South African women are being tricked by fake job offers on social media that promise work overseas but lead to dangerous, unwanted labor often in dr...

At Silverstream Primary School in Manenberg, a teacher’s assistant was accused of hurting children, causing fear and sadness in the community. Parents...

Housebreaking in South Africa affects many families, with about 5.7% of homes broken into each year, especially in KwaZuluNatal. People often feel saf...

Thabo Bester, a dangerous criminal, and Nandipha Magudumana, once a respected doctor, shocked South Africa with a wild story of prison escape, love, a...

In Cape Town’s Helderberg Basin, minibus taxis are a lifeline for many, but fierce battles between rival taxi groups make daily travel dangerous. Thes...

Cape Town is fighting a tough battle against gang violence, but its AntiGang Unit is running out of the tools they need like vehicles, guns, and prote...

Influencers in South Africa sometimes promote overseas jobs that look exciting but can hide serious dangers like human trafficking and forced labor. Y...

Taxi violence in Cape Town is a harsh fight over busy taxi routes, born from years of struggle and need. Early morning scenes at taxi ranks like Makha...

Cities fight illegal dumping with strong laws, punishing offenders by impounding vehicles and issuing fines. Police patrol trash hotspots while commun...