gang violence

The Battle Against Gang Violence: A Case in Klerksdorp, South Africa

Eight individuals appeared in court on April 24, 2024, in Klerksdorp, South Africa, accused of gangrelated crimes including three murders…

5 days ago

The Beacon Valley Tragedy: An Urgent Plea for Augmented School Security

A young girl was tragically killed by a stray bullet in Beacon Valley while waiting for her school ride. The…

3 months ago

Cape Town Grapples with Unprecedented Gang Turmoil

Cape Town is facing an unprecedented wave of gang violence, with rival factions competing for control over territories. The surge…

6 months ago

Shattered Dreams: The Heartbreaking Reality of Child Victims in Gang Conflicts

Children living in areas with gang violence risk losing their ambitions, potential, and dreams. The recent tragic deaths of two…

6 months ago

The Battle Against Gang-Related Crimes in the Western Cape

The Western Cape province has been facing a surge in gangrelated crimes in the last three months. The situation is…

8 months ago

An 11-Year-Old Girl Caught in the Crossfire: A Tragic Outcome of a Botched Hijacking

On Monday, a foreigner driving a red VW Golf 6 visited Gaba Village informal settlement to collect a puppy he…

8 months ago

Tragedy Strikes in South Africa: The Dark Side of Teenage Life

The community of Blue Downs, South Africa, was shaken to its core when a 14yearold girl, Naeema Marshall, lost her…

9 months 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…

9 months ago

Mitchell’s Plain Triple Murder: The Fight Against Gang Violence Persists

On the evening of June 16, 2023, Mitchell's Plain in Cape Town experienced a harrowing triple murder that left the…

11 months ago

Combating Gang Violence in North West Schools: An Urgent Call for Action

The issue of gangsterism and violence in schools in Rustenburg has reached alarming levels. Recently, a Rustenburg High School learner…

11 months ago

Anti-Gang Unit’s Triumphs: A Step Toward a Safer South Africa

The AntiGang Unit (AGU) Combat Team in South Africa has made significant progress in the fight against gang violence. Through…

11 months ago

The Menace of Gang-Related Shootings in South Africa

In recent times, South Africa's Western Cape has witnessed a surge in gangrelated shootings, resulting in the deaths of six…

11 months ago

Horrific Gang Attack Leaves Eight Dead and Four in Critical Condition in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

In recent years, the Mzunduzi Township in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, has been the site of several gruesome attacks, including a…

12 months ago

Innovative Measures to Tackle Gang Violence in Cape Town

The City of Cape Town is taking a proactive approach to combat gang violence through technology. The City's efforts to…

12 months ago

Boosting Policing in Western Cape Province with New Operational Vehicles

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has received a significant boost by handing 251 new operational vehicles to various stations…

12 months ago

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Speech on National Freedom Day 2023

The 2023 National Freedom Day celebrations were marked by a speech from President Cyril Ramaphosa. In his address, he discussed…

12 months ago