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Two men get 20 years each for gang rape of 15-year-old girl

Two men get 20 years each for gang rape of 15-year-old girl

Two men have each been sentenced to 20 years’ direct imprisonment by the Mothibistad Regional Court after they lured a 15-year-old girl from her uncle’s home under false pretences and repeatedly raped her at knifepoint in Dithakong village near Kuruman. Read more: Two men get 20 years each for gang rape of 15-year-old girl

Kimberley house, Audi and café equipment forfeited in R12 million PPE tender case

Kimberley house, Audi and café equipment forfeited in R12 million PPE tender case

Assets worth about R12 million – including a Rolydene house, a luxury vehicle and kitchen equipment from a Kimberley café – have been forfeited to the State after the Northern Cape High Court found they were acquired through irregular PPE procurement linked to a Covid-19 tender. Read more: Kimberley house, Audi and café equipment forfeited […]

South Africa’s diesel clock: How long before the pumps run dry?

South Africa’s diesel clock: How long before the pumps run dry?

South Africa’s limited fuel reserves and heavy reliance on imported petroleum leave the country vulnerable to supply disruptions. Experts warn that if imports stopped, diesel shortages could begin within weeks, threatening transport, agriculture, mining and food supply chains. Read more: South Africa’s diesel clock: How long before the pumps run dry?

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