criminal justice system

Clash in Inanda: The Battle Between Law and Anarchy

In January 2024, the South African Police Service engaged in a violent shootout with suspected criminals in the Inanda region,…

11 months ago

Kirsten Kluyts Case: Echoes of Injustice Reverberating through South Africa

The shocking murder of Kirsten Kluyts, a teacher in Sandton, has exposed the pervasive nature of genderbased violence in South…

1 year ago

The Western Cape’s Justice System Struggles: Aiming for Efficiency and Better Policing

The Western Cape's justice system is facing an increasing number of dismissed cases, particularly those related to genderbased violence. The…

1 year ago

Improving Access to Justice for the Deaf: Overcoming Sign Language Interpreter Challenges in Courtrooms

September is recognized as Deaf Awareness Month, which aims to bring attention to the difficulties faced by the deaf community.…

1 year ago

The Murder of Jerobiojin van Wyk and the Mental Evaluation of Daniel Smit

After a long wait of almost a year, the man charged with the murder of Klawer teenager Jerobiojin van Wyk,…

1 year ago

The Laughing Boys Gang: A Story of Crime and Punishment in Cape Town

Four members of the notorious Laughing Boys gang from Cape Town were recently sentenced to substantial prison time in the…

1 year ago

The Tragic Sleepover: A Tale of Broken Trust and an Unfinished Rehabilitation

The story of DaniĆ«l Jamneck, an eightyearold boy who was allegedly raped and murdered during a sleepover at his friend's…

1 year ago

The Dark Side of Sleepovers: A Wake-Up Call for Parents and the Justice System

A horrifying case in the Western Cape has raised concerns about the safety of children during sleepovers. Arthur Wheeler, a…

1 year ago

The Debate on “Pretty Privilege”: Dr. Nandipha Magudumana’s Court Appearance Sparks Controversy

A viral video of Dr. Nandipha Magudumana, a celebrity aesthetics doctor, walking outside the Bloemfontein Magistrates Court without handcuffs has…

2 years ago

Ronald Lamola: Advancing Justice and Correctional Services in South Africa

Minister Ronald Lamola of Justice and Correctional Services in South Africa recently announced the department's budget for the 2023/24 fiscal…

2 years ago

The Extradition of Ruth Lawrence to Ireland Brings Closure to a Nine-Year Manhunt

The extradition of Ruth Lawrence from South Africa to Ireland marks a significant milestone in pursuing justice for the families…

2 years ago

Gauteng Police Department’s Efforts in Combating Crime

The Gauteng Police Department, led by Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Elias Mawela, is making significant progress in reducing crime rates.…

2 years ago

Reflecting on the Tragic Loss of LEAP Officer Siphelo Magwa in Crossroads

The Western Cape Government (WCG) and City of Cape Town (CoCT) are mourning the death of LEAP officer Siphelo Magwa.…

2 years ago

Mother-Daughter Duo Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Gruesome Suitcase Murders

A motherdaughter duo has been sentenced to double life imprisonment for the brutal murders of Simangele Simamane and her daughter…

2 years ago

Arrest of Cash-in-Transit Robbery Suspects: A Closer Look at Law Enforcement’s Success

On May 15, 2023, Thabo Clifford Benzana (36) and Eric Mangaliso Mvuka (39) appeared in the Wolmaransstad Magistrate's Court after…

2 years ago

South African Police Service Faces Lawsuit for Deaths and Injuries Caused by Stolen Firearms

Gun Free South Africa (GFSA) and nine families have brought a class action lawsuit against the South African Police Service…

2 years ago