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ZimbabweRape Case Involving Old Mutual Manager Sparks Public Reaction
South AfricaMchunu not shielded from action, says Mashatile- South AfricaMK Party seeks inquiry into Batohi pension eligibilityThe MK Party has asked South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to establish an inquiry into whether former National Director of Public Prosecutions Shamila Batohi should be entitled to receive her state pension and post-tenure benefits. In an urgent application filed at the Gauteng High Court, the…February 24, 2026
- South AfricaRamaphosa defends appointment of Andy Mothibi amid pushbackPresident Cyril Ramaphosa has defended his decision over the NPA appointment of Andy Mothibi as the country’s new head of the National Prosecuting Authority, amid criticism from opposition parties. Mr Mothibi, who currently leads the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), is due to take up the post of…January 8, 2026
- South AfricaParliament committee backs new NPA boss appointmentParliament’s justice committee has welcomed the appointment of Advocate Andy Mothibi as the new NPA boss, describing it as a significant step at a critical moment for South Africa’s criminal justice system. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced Mothibi’s appointment on Tuesday evening. He is…January 7, 2026
- South AfricaQuestions raised after Matlala transfer to KwaZulu-Natal prisonThe transfer of high-profile attempted murder suspect Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala from Pretoria to a super-maximum security prison in KwaZulu-Natal has prompted an internal investigation into the conduct of a senior correctional services official, according to sources familiar with the matter. Matlala…January 4, 2026
- South AfricaMenzi Simelane Questioned Over 2010 Blood Diamond CaseAdvocate Menzi Simelane’s bid to return as National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) came under intense scrutiny this week as a selection panel questioned him over his handling of the 2010 blood diamond case. The inquiry forms part of the high-stakes interviews to find a successor to…December 12, 2025
- South AfricaJudiciary Reports Spike in Psychiatric EvaluationThe latest annual Judiciary Reports, delivered by Chief Justice Mandisa Maya, reveal a marked rise in the number of accused persons requesting psychiatric evaluation in South Africa’s courts. Covering the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 financial years, the reports highlight systemic pressures within the…November 26, 2025
- South AfricaBrown Mogotsi Takes the Stand at Madlanga CommissionBrown Mogotsi appeared before the Madlanga Commission today as the inquiry continued its examination of alleged criminality, political interference, and corruption within South Africa’s criminal justice system. His testimony, scheduled to run through Wednesday at Bridgette Mabandla College in…November 18, 2025
- South AfricaNPA head Batohi's request for uninterrupted testimony rejectedThe inquiry into suspended Johannesburg prosecutions chief Advocate Andrew Chauke has dismissed a bid by National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) head Advocate Shamila Batohi to deliver her evidence without breaks, underscoring its intention to maintain full control over the hearing’s structure. The…November 17, 2025
- South AfricaSenzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes after decade-long wait for justiceThe murder trial of five men charged with killing former Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa resumes Monday in the Pretoria High Court. The case continues more than ten years after his death shocked South Africa. Meyiwa was shot dead at singer Kelly Khumalo's family home in…April 14, 2025
