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Crime

“The Durban Crime Scene: A Riveting Tale of Justice on the Hunt”

by Chloe de Kock
March 14, 2024

A bail application for five murder suspects was halted due to water scarcity at the Durban Magistrate’s Court. The defendants face charges including conspiracy and execution of murder, illicit possession of firearms, and attempted murder. One defendant, Lindokuhle Mkhwanazi, voiced his defense with bravado, claiming innocence and accusing police of brutality. Grieving father Tony Forbes, father of deceased rapper Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes, was also present in court. Proceedings will continue on March 18th, with the arrest of two additional suspects in Mbabane.

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Crime

A Legal Tug of War: The Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial

by Emma Botha
March 12, 2024

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial is a legal tug of war centered around the acceptance of alleged confessions by the defendants. The veracity of these confessions has been questioned, leading to debates on justice, human rights, and evidence acceptance. With Judge Mokgatlheng’s decision awaiting review, the pursuit of justice in Meyiwa’s case remains complex and filled with subtleties that question the crucial equilibrium between the determination to uncover truth and the protection of individual rights.

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Crime

High-Stakes Testimony in Gauteng High Court

by Liam Fortuin
February 3, 2024

The Senzo Meyiwa murder case is being heard at the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, with five men facing charges for the shooting death of the South African soccer star in 2014. The trial has attracted national attention, with a trial within a trial currently taking place to determine the validity of alleged confessions made by the prime suspects. The public is eagerly anticipating justice and closure, with hopes for truth and justice in the future.

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News

The Twisting Tale of the Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial

by Michael Jameson
January 23, 2024

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial has taken a new twist as one of the five defendants, Bongani Ntanzi, has expressed interest in striking a plea agreement and testifying against his codefendants. This unexpected development was revealed by lead detective, Brigadier Bongani Gininda, during his testimony at the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria. The trial, which centers around the premeditated contract murder of the renowned Orlando Pirates goalkeeper in 2014, has garnered significant public attention and sparked a tireless quest for truth and justice.

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The Tale of Oscar Pistorius: Triumph and Tragedy

by Chloe de Kock
November 24, 2023

Oscar Pistorius, a doubleamputee athlete, made history by competing in the 2012 London Olympics. However, in 2013, he was arrested and later found guilty of murdering his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. Despite his defense that he had mistaken her for an intruder, his conviction was upgraded to murder on appeal, and he was sentenced to 13 years and five months in prison in 2017. Pistorius’s story serves as a stark reminder of the dual nature of humanity, capable of both immense inspiration and severe wrongdoing.

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Pursuit of Justice: The Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial Unfolds

by Zola Naidoo
October 21, 2023

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial is a complex legal drama unfolding in South Africa. Five defendants are facing charges such as premeditated murder, attempted murder, robbery with aggravated circumstances, unlicensed possession of firearms, and possession of ammunition. The trial has resumed under Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng, with the admissibility of Bongani Ntanzi’s alleged confession being a critical issue. In a landmark decision, the judge ruled the audio recording inadmissible, highlighting the importance of upholding constitutional principles in the pursuit of justice. The trial serves as a testament to the vital role of due process and an impartial judicial system in achieving truth and accountability.

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News

Quest for Justice in Senzo Meyiwa Murder Case: A Tug of War Over Critical Evidence

by Thabo Sebata
October 21, 2023

The murder trial of South African soccer star Senzo Meyiwa has gripped the nation, with five defendants on trial for premeditated murder, attempted murder, robbery, and possession of firearms. The admissibility of a recorded confession made by one of the defendants is being contested, with the ruling having significant implications for South Africa’s justice system. The trial serves as a critical examination of the balance between the rights of the accused and the pursuit of justice for victims, with the search for truth and justice continuing in the unfolding legal drama.

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A Brutal Murder and the Fall of an Ex-Police Officer: The Gripping Tale of Thandolwethu Faku

by Tumi Makgale
September 14, 2023

Former police officer Thandolwethu Faku stood trial for the murder of his exgirlfriend, Wendy Papu. The trial was riddled with deceit, abuse, and shattered lives. ### The Night of the Murder

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A Disquieting Encounter: The Shooting of a Homeless Man and the Unraveling of a Fateful Day

by Emma Botha
September 13, 2023

In January 2022, a Cape Town law enforcement officer, Luvolwethu Kati, allegedly shot and killed a homeless man, Dumisani Joxo, in the Rondebosch area. The incident has since been the subject of a murder trial, with Kati’s colleague, Unathi Govuza, providing a harrowing account of the events that unfolded that day.

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Uncovering the Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial

by Lerato Mokena
August 2, 2023

The murder trial of South African soccer star, Senzo Meyiwa, has been unfolding in the Gauteng High Court, Pretoria, revealing a series of intriguing revelations. Meyiwa was fatally shot on October 26, 2014, at the residence of his thengirlfriend, Kelly Khumalo, in Vosloorus. The trial has five accused individuals who have all pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against them, which include murder, attempted murder, robbery, and illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition.

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Kelly Khumalo’s Music Career Takes a Hit Amid Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial

by Isabella Schmidt
August 1, 2023

The ongoing Senzo Meyiwa murder trial has caused a significant impact on the career of Kelly Khumalo, girlfriend of the late Bafana Bafana goalkeeper. Khumalo was recently removed from the starstudded lineup of the “A Tribute to Women” festival due to concerns about her future engagements.

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News

A Closer Look at the Tragic Death of Senzo Meyiwa, Former Bafana Bafana Captain

by Sizwe Dlamini
July 31, 2023

New revelations have emerged in the ongoing trial at the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, shedding light on the tragic death of former Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa. Witness and former neighbor of the Khumalos in Vosloorus, Nthabiseng Mokete, provided a harrowing account of the night Meyiwa was killed.

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News

The Shadows Linger: Mysterious Deaths Surrounding Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial

by Amanda Wilson
July 23, 2023

Whispers have intensified around the puzzling demise of yet another witness in the murder trial of Senzo Meyiwa. Lesley Ngcatshe, a neighbor of the family home owned by Meyiwa’s girlfriend, Kelly Khumalo, was expected to provide evidence of the events that occurred on the night Meyiwa died. Five individuals stand accused of the Bafana Bafana goalkeeper’s murder, who was fatally shot on 26 October 2014.

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Singer Kelly Khumalo’s Lawyer Withdraws from Meyiwa Murder Trial

by Emma Botha
July 20, 2023

The murder case of former Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa has been a highly publicized and complex affair. Singer Kelly Khumalo’s lawyer, Magdalene Moonsamy, recently withdrew as her legal representative, adding another twist to the ongoing trial at the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria.

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