Western Cape storm aftermath: 10 fatalities and nearly 90,000 residents displaced

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Residents in the Western Cape face a daunting recovery as a catastrophic storm leaves 10 dead and nearly 90,000 displaced. Local authorities are mobilising emergency ...

Cape Town on high alert on Tuesday as storm damage and mop-up operations continue

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

As torrential rains and gale-force winds batter Cape Town, officials remain on high alert, urging residents to stay safe and report emergencies.

Severe storm wreaks havoc in Cape Town: Roads flooded and roofs blown off

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

With a Level 8 storm warning in effect, Cape Town officials are closely monitoring the situation as heavy rains threaten to disrupt life across the city and surrounding ...

Fadiel Adams, MP, remains in custody on fraud and obstruction charges

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Fadiel Adams, a prominent MP and leader of the National Coloured Congress, is remanded in custody as he faces serious fraud and obstruction of justice charges following ...

Fadiel Adams, NCC leader, to remain in custody

Robin-Lee Francke|Updated

Fadiel Adams, a prominent member of Parliament and leader of the National Coloured Congress, faces serious charges of fraud and obstructing justice as he is remanded ...

What if the EFF wins the Phala Phala case at the Constitutional Court?

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

With the Constitutional Court set to rule on the Phala Phala case, the future of Cyril Ramaphosa hangs in the balance. What could an EFF victory mean for South Africa's ...

Former Moulana speaks to community after Pollsmoor Prison release

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Moulana Mogamat Farouk Rylands, the former imam of the Waterloo Road Mosque, expresses heartfelt gratitude to his community following his release from Pollsmoor ...

Bail granted to Western Cape politician facing child trafficking and sexual exploitation charges

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

In a shocking case, a Southern Cape politician is out on bail while facing serious allegations of trafficking and child sexual exploitation.

Tiffany Meek stands firm, pleads not guilty to charges in son Jayden-Lee's death

Robin-Lee Francke|Updated

Tiffany Meek, accused of murdering her 11-year-old son Jayden-Lee, pleads not guilty in a gripping court case that raises questions about evidence and maternal love. ...

Arrests made in Gugulethu triple murder, suspects tied to earlier double killing

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Four suspects linked to a triple murder in Gugulethu have been arrested.

Cape's Metro Police undergo US Marine-style fitness training on Muizenberg Beach

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

This is why the US Marines were spotted on Muizenberg Beach at the weekend.

Anslin Gysman: The Cape Town singer bringing life to the Springboks' anthem

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Anslin Gysman, a talented singer and radio host from Kuils River, is making waves as the voice of the new Springboks anthem.

Brothers, sangoma busted in R10 million insurance murders linked to ex-cop

Robin-Lee Francke|Updated

Police in Limpopo have arrested three suspects linked to a shocking R10 million insurance payout scheme involving multiple murders.

62 retired detectives re-enlisted in Western Cape to combat rising crime

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Amidst rising crime and dwindling police resources, 62 former detectives have re-enlisted in the Western Cape, a move welcomed by the Portfolio Committee on Police ...

Prosecutors push for maximum sentences for serial killer Ayanda Dayi

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

The State is pushing for five life sentences and 75 years in prison for Ayanda Dayi, a serial offender whose violent spree has shocked the nation.

Suspected vigilante attacks leave four dead in Khayelitsha, Western Cape

Robin-Lee Francke|Updated

Police in Cape Town are investigating a disturbing series of murders linked to vigilantism, as four bodies are discovered in Harare's Enkandla informal settlement. ...

Western Cape police seek public help to find wanted sexual offender Adam Edwards

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Western Cape police are appealing for public assistance in locating wanted suspect Adam Edwards, while also reporting recent arrests related to firearm possession ...

A small consignment of unlicensed guns with links to KZN were seized by police in Cape Town

Robin-Lee Francke and Thobeka Ngema|Published

Eight suspects have been arrested in a significant police operation in Bellville, where firearms transported from KwaZulu-Natal were seized.

Eight suspects arrested as police seize firearms transported from KZN to Cape Town

Robin-Lee Francke|Updated

Eight suspects have been arrested in a significant police operation in Bellville, where firearms transported from KwaZulu-Natal were seized.

Cape Town traffic officer found injured and robbed after blood trail leads police

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

City of Cape Town traffic officers discover an injured colleague after finding an abandoned vehicle, leading to a successful search and rescue operation.

The NCC just recalled the Jeep Wrangler and Chrysler 300C - Here’s why

Robin-Lee Francke|Updated

Discover why the Jeep Wrangler and Chrysler 300C have been recalled due to potentially life-threatening airbag defects, and what owners need to do to ensure their ...

Murder case against Tiffany Meek set for High Court proceedings

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Tiffany Meek, charged with the murder of her son Jayden-Lee, appeared in court as she seeks bail amid public support.

‘They’re trying to blame me,’ says missing Anovuyo Oncke’s father

Robin-Lee Francke|Updated

Desperate for answers, the parents of missing eight-year-old Anovuyo Oncke from Lotus River are urging the public to help in the search for their daughter, who has ...

Tiffany Meek charged with murder of son Jayden-Lee to appeal bail

Robin-Lee Francke|Updated

Tiffany Meek, accused of murdering her 11-year-old son Jayden-Lee, returns to the Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court.

Urgent appeal for information on missing teenager and toddler from Elsies River

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

An urgent search is underway for 17-year-old Zoe Joshua and her three-year-old niece Jermica Andrews, who have been missing from Elsies River since September 11. ...