‘No official complaint against Hlophe’

Miranda Andrew|Published

There is no official complaint in the form of affidavit against Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe, his attorney said.

‘Irregularities in Sassa tender process’

Miranda Andrew|Published

There were several irregularities with the awarding of a multi-billion rand social grant tender by the Sassa, the Concourt heard.

Langa praised by top legal minds

Miranda Andrew|Published

The late Pius Langa has been praised as a brilliant jurist during a special sitting at the Constitutional Court.

Africa’s wild lions near extinction

Miranda Andrew|Published

The continent's lion population has shrunk by 75 percent in the past two decades, according to wildlife experts.

Five whales taken to sea

Miranda Andrew|Published

Five of the 19 pilot whales that beached themselves in Noordhoek have been taken to deep water off Cape Town.

Some whales to be euthanased

Miranda Andrew|Published

Some of the pilot whales that beached at Noordhoek Beach will be put to death, the National Sea Rescue Institute said.

19 whales beach in Cape Town

Miranda Andrew|Published

Nineteen pilot whales have beached at Noordhoek Beach in Cape Town.

Magistrates strike affecting court cases

Miranda Andrew|Published

Johannesburg - There were disruptions in several district and regional courts in parts of the country on Tuesday, as the second day of a protest by magistrates continued. ...

Judgement reserved in Nabolisa appeal

Miranda Andrew|Published

The Constitutional Court reserved judgment in a case where a convicted drug dealer's sentence was increased without a formal application by the State for leave to ...

‘SCA can increase sentence’

Miranda Andrew|Published

When an accused appeals a case, the Supreme Court of Appeal can increase a sentence, the State argued in the Constitutional Court.

‘Malema could be jailed for 15 years’

Miranda Andrew|Published

Money-laundering accused Julius Malema could face a 15-year jail term if convicted.

‘Zuma has 700 charges, I only have one’

Miranda Andrew|Published

Julius Malema has proclaimed his innocence and urged his supporters to make sure President Zuma was not re-elected.

Cops ready for Malema and Co

Miranda Andrew|Published

Several cops were stationed in the Polokwane Magistrate's Court ahead of the appearance of Julius Malema's business associates.

Malema in court next week

Miranda Andrew|Published

Expelled ANC Youth League leader Julius Malema will appear in court in Polokwane next week, his lawyer said.

Malema won’t be silenced

Miranda Andrew|Published

“I have nothing to hide. . . I only have my convictions. Nothing will stop me . . . , not even my death. . . ”

‘Prisoner’s rights were infringed’

Miranda Andrew|Published

The Constitutional Court heard argument on Tuesday over whether the State was to blame for a prisoner contracting tuberculosis.

Detention caused TB, ConCourt told

Miranda Andrew|Published

A man's detention was to blame for his contracting tuberculosis while in prison, the Constitutional Court heard.

Nail found in tyre after Mandela crash

Miranda Andrew|Published

A nail was found in a tyre of the car in which Nelson Mandela's granddaughter was killed when it crashed, a court has heard.

Mandela crash case postponed

Miranda Andrew|Published

The culpable homicide trial resulting from the death of former president Nelson Mandela's granddaughter was postponed on Monday.

Man beaten to death over beard

Miranda Andrew|Published

A Muslim man has been beaten to death in Ventersdorp, allegedly by two people who insulted him because of his beard.

Concourt hears case on bills

Miranda Andrew|Published

Sections of the Constitution were scrutinised in argument on whether a Member of Parliament could introduce a bill in the National Assembly (NA) without permission. ...

‘Spear’ artist silent as battle rages on

Miranda Andrew|Published

Artist Brett Murray has refused to comment on his artwork that led to widespread anger, and court action.

Bonette to remain outside court

Miranda Andrew|Published

Ina Bonnette will stay outside court when her estranged husband appears on charges of killing her son and masterminding her rape.

Blood found inside ET’s car

Miranda Andrew|Published

Blood was found inside rightwing leader Eugene Terre’Blanche’s bakkie on the night of his murder.

Cop spoke to minor without consent

Miranda Andrew|Published

A policeman has admitted that he had a conversation with the minor accused of murdering Eugene Terre’Blanche without his parents' consent.