LIMPOPO – A lover of a radio presenter found dead on Sunday briefly appeared before the Kgapane Magistrate’s Court yesterday for allegedly strangling his girlfriend to death. Mokgwakgwa Morwatshehla (34) of Mokwakwaila Ga-Patamedi – Block 5 in the Mopani District stands accused for strangling his girlfriend Lerato Queen Selotole (24) to death. The Spokesperson for… Continue reading Radio Presenter’s Murder Accused Behind Bars
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Shoot to Kill: Police Send Brutal Warning to Gangsters After Deadly Clash
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has vowed to fight fire with fire in the war against violent crime, warning that ruthless criminals who endanger the lives of citizens, police officers, and even elected leaders will be met with decisive force. This follows a deadly confrontation in Mamelodi East, Stoffelpark extension 15, late Tuesday, where… Continue reading Shoot to Kill: Police Send Brutal Warning to Gangsters After Deadly Clash
Cross Border Vehicle Suspects Nabbed in Limpopo
Two suspects who are allegedly part of a syndicate that steals cars from South Africa and sell to neighbouring African countries were arrested in Limpopo, Botlokwa with a stolen Ford Ranger 4×4 Wildtrac en route to Zimbabwe this Sunday afternoon. According to the Limpopo Spokesperson for the police Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba, police received information about… Continue reading Cross Border Vehicle Suspects Nabbed in Limpopo
A Life in Service: The First Black SAPS Chaplain’s Final Bow After 40 Years
For 40 years, Reverend Nicholas Komosasa “NK” Mashiane whispered prayers in hospital corridors, held his hands steady on trembling shoulders, and stood firm when the world shook. Armed with faith, and a forgiving heart, Lieutenant Colonel Mashiane became South Africa’s first black chaplain in the South African Police Service (SAPS). Born at Ga-Chuene Village, outside… Continue reading A Life in Service: The First Black SAPS Chaplain’s Final Bow After 40 Years
Operation Vala Umgodi Nabs Sixteen Illegal Miners
Limpopo – Sixteen illegal miners were arrested in Limpopo – Sekhukhune and Waterberg district after being found in possession of unpolished Chrome and mining equipment yesterday. The suspects, with ages ranging 26 between 41, were detained at Spitzkop, Botshabelo Hostel – Tukakgomo and Dwaalboom – Batavia Old Gold Mine in Thabazimbi as part of the… Continue reading Operation Vala Umgodi Nabs Sixteen Illegal Miners
Seven Inmates, Police Officer Die in Head on Collision
Limpopo – Six awaiting trialists and a police officer died when a vehicle they were traveling in collided with a heavy duty truck along the R101 road between Mokopane and Mokgophong in Limpopo (today). The number of casualties rose to seven after one of the injured inmates died on arrival in hospital. Spokesperson for the… Continue reading Seven Inmates, Police Officer Die in Head on Collision
Mall on Lockdown: Angry Residents Demand Action After E-Hailing Driver Gunned Down
The usually bustling Maponya Mall was eerily quiet this morning as hundreds of angry Pimville residents blocked access roads, barricaded taxi ranks, and vowed not to let the centre reopen until management commits to guaranteeing the safety of shoppers and transport operators. The community’s stand comes less than 12 hours after a 35-year-old e-hailing driver,… Continue reading Mall on Lockdown: Angry Residents Demand Action After E-Hailing Driver Gunned Down
Cop Jailed for Escorting Cigarette Smugglers
A former police officer of Muila Village was yesterday sentenced to 16 years imprisonment for the use of a marked state vehicle to escort smugglers transporting illicit cigarettes through his policing area. Appearing before the Polokwane Specialised Commercial Crimes Court yesterday, Godfrey Avhasei Matheledza (41) was convicted and sentenced for two counts of corruption. The… Continue reading Cop Jailed for Escorting Cigarette Smugglers
War for the Streets: Maponya Mall Becomes Latest Frontline in Taxi–E-Hailing Clash
Soweto woke up on Thursday morning to the smell of burnt metal and the echo of gunfire still haunting the night. Outside Maponya Mall, a charred shell of what was once a working man’s livelihood stood as a grim reminder of how far the long-running war between minibus taxi operators and e-hailing drivers has spiralled.… Continue reading War for the Streets: Maponya Mall Becomes Latest Frontline in Taxi–E-Hailing Clash
Khumalo and Crime Intelligence Chiefs in Court as SAPS Integrity Crisis Deepens
The high-profile fraud and corruption case against South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Intelligence boss Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo and six of his co-accused has been postponed to 8 September 2025 for further disclosure of particulars, consultations, and the setting of a date for transfer to the regional court. Khumalo, who serves as the Divisional… Continue reading Khumalo and Crime Intelligence Chiefs in Court as SAPS Integrity Crisis Deepens