Woman's plea to remain in matrimonial home denied by Supreme Court
A woman's legal battle to remain in her matrimonial home during protracted divorce proceedings ends in the Supreme Court, which upholds her eviction despite claims ...
Cape Town airport arrivals set to exceed 11 million visitors
Cape Town International Airport is set to surpass 11 million passenger arrivals in 2025, signalling robust growth in the city's tourism sector and economic opportunities. ...
Overstrand Municipality faces severe fires leading to road closures
Raging fires in Overstrand Municipality have led to reinstated road closures, with the South African Air Force deploying an Oryx helicopter to combat the flames ...
Life sentence for child rapist upheld by High Court after exploiting victim with R20
A convicted child rapist, Songezo Wulana, has had his appeal against conviction and life sentence dismissed by the Western Cape High Court, following a harrowing ...
Franschhoek resort enhances security after alleged racial assault incident
Following an alleged racial assault at De Hollandsche Molen resort, a patron has accused the establishment of unfair treatment and called for increased security ...
Family affair: Father and daughters face court over R5 million Lifttech fraud scheme
A father and his two daughters have been granted bail after appearing in court for allegedly defrauding a lift company of millions.
Smit's emotional testimony halts proceedings in high-profile murder case
Zurenah Smit's emotional testimony in her husband's murder trial brought proceedings to a halt as she recounted the traumatic events of that night, raising questions ...
Farmer's wife denies R2 million murder plot
Zurenah Smit's emotional testimony unfolds as she vehemently denies orchestrating her husband's murder for R2 million, amidst serious allegations in the Western ...
Employee awarded R310,000 after Labour Court overturns employer's decision
A Labour Court ruling highlights the importance of proper workplace procedures as an employee wins over R310,000 for constructive dismissal.
Labour Court awards R310,000 to employee after ruling on constructive dismissal
A Labour Court ruling highlights the importance of proper workplace procedures as an employee wins over R310,000 for constructive dismissal.
Court denies DOI MEC's appeal over R10.4 million judgment in Delft project
The Western Cape High Court has rejected the DOI MEC's appeal against a R10.4 million judgment in favour of Tempani Construction, marking a significant setback in ...
Doctor alters testimony regarding Zurenah Smit's health
The trial of accused husband killer Zurenah Smit faces delays as medical evidence comes into question, with her doctor admitting to a lack of physical consultation. ...
Bail appeal of Christopher Carelse denied in R18 million drug trafficking case
Christopher Carelse, a co-accused in a high-profile drug trafficking case, has had his bail appeal denied by the Western Cape High Court, as the judge highlights ...
Prosecutors allege tactical delay in Zurenah Smit's high-stakes trial
Zurenah Smit's trial takes a dramatic turn as medical evidence contradicts her claims of illness, leading prosecutors to allege a tactical delay in proceedings.
Western Cape High Court upholds life sentence for child rapist Nicholas van der Schyff
Western Cape High Court denies Nicholas van der Schyff's appeal against his life sentence for the rape of twin sisters and another minor, highlighting the impact ...
Tazne's memory fuels the fight for justice reform after the death of her murderer
Following the death of child rapist Moyhdian Pangaeker, anti-gender-based violence organisations urge for systemic reform in South Africa's criminal justice system, ...
Zurenah Smit's health crisis delays murder trial of Stefan Smit
Zurenah Smit, accused in the murder trial of her husband Stefan Smit, collapses in court, prompting further delays in proceedings as the judge faces allegations ...
Cape Town attorney convicted of fraud must repay R1.46 million
Mogamat Rushdie Lagardien, a disbarred attorney, faces a suspended prison sentence and has repaid R1.46 million after misappropriating client funds.
Transforming the Western Cape's child and youth care centres: A call for child-friendly spaces
A recent report from the Western Cape Commissioner for Children highlights the detrimental effects of prison-like facilities on vulnerable youth's rehabilitation, ...
Western Cape High Court allows mother to file for divorce while abroad
A mother, after relocating to the Netherlands with her husband, seeks to return to Cape Town for divorce proceedings, facing jurisdictional challenges in the Western ...
Metro police officer dies in line of duty following Kensington robbery
Tragedy strikes Kensington as metro police officer Tyler Lamb dies in a fall while chasing robbery suspects, leaving the community in mourning.
Court ruling on Zathulele Cola highlights issues of consent in sexual offences
The Western Cape High Court has denied Zathulele Cola's appeal against his rape conviction, raising critical questions about consent and the legal framework surrounding ...
Western Cape High Court denies Zurenah Smit's bid to dismiss murder charges
Zurenah Smit, accused of murdering her husband, faces overwhelming evidence as her application to dismiss charges is rejected by the Western Cape High Court. The ...
Devastating fire at Wingfield Tent City leaves 200 refugees homeless
A devastating fire at Wingfield Tent City has left over 200 refugees displaced and destroyed more than 50 structures, prompting an immediate response from humanitarian ...
Gift of the Givers: Committed to humanitarian aid in Gaza despite challenges
Despite facing numerous challenges, Gift of the Givers remains dedicated to humanitarian efforts in Gaza and Khayelitsha, with plans to significantly increase aid ...