Seven years imprisonment for ‘sjambok’ wielding boyfriend
A Hopetown man has been sentenced to seven years direct imprisonment for assaulting his girlfriend with a ‘sjambok’. Read more: Seven years imprisonment for ‘sjambok’ wielding boyfriend
Murder accused sentenced to 10 years for fatally stabbing elderly man over a cigarette
A dispute over a cigarette between an elderly man and a younger suspect resulted in the fatal stabbing of 56-year-old in De Aar. Read more: Murder accused sentenced to 10 years for fatally stabbing elderly man over a cigarette
Tensions flare as Mandy Bailey murder sentencing delayed
Tensions flared in the Northern Cape High Court after the sentencing of Alberto Matthews for the murder of Mandy Bailey was postponed to February 2026, prompting angry exchanges between supporters of both families. Read more: Tensions flare as Mandy Bailey murder sentencing delayed
Minerva Gardens murder trial on ice until next year
The Minerva Gardens murder trial involving Advocate Celeste Nameka, her father Clive Ferris and a co-accused has been postponed to February 2026 due to delays in securing legal representation, with the court extending bail for all. Read more: Minerva Gardens murder trial on ice until next year
Northern Cape SAPS shuts down illegal gambling operations in Kimberley tuck shops
SAPS in the Northern Cape has conducted a series of compliance inspections at tuck-shops in Kimberley, resulting in the confiscation of six " Chinese Roulette" machines valued at approximately R60,000. Read more: Northern Cape SAPS shuts down illegal gambling operations in Kimberley tuck shops
Stay safe this Black Friday: SAPS issues safety tips
The SAPS in the Northern Cape is urging shoppers to remain vigilant and follow safety tips to avoid becoming victims of crime during the Black Friday shopping period. Read more: Stay safe this Black Friday: SAPS issues safety tips
Major crime sweep marks start of 16 Days of Activism in Frances Baard
Police in the Frances Baard district launched the 16 Days of Activism campaign with Operation Shanela II, a major multi-disciplinary crackdown along the N12 that targeted GBV, trafficking, and crime, resulting in over 1,200 searches, 554 vehicle checks, fines, and the closure of illicit shebeens. Read more: Major crime sweep marks start of 16 Days […]
Theatre review: A powerful bond forms in the unlikeliest of places
Join Hull Street Theatre for ‘And the Lady and the Woman’, a powerful two-hander that delves into the complexities of sisterhood amidst poverty and political disenfranchisement. Directed by Evelyn Maruping, this poignant production features standout performances by Poppi Thebe and Retlametse Moses, leaving audiences reflecting on resilience and connection. Read more: Theatre review: A powerful […]
Boy, 9, struck with beer bottle, offender handed suspended sentence
A 58-year-old Modderrivier man received a wholly suspended three-year sentence for assaulting a nine-year-old boy, raising renewed concerns about justice for child victims during 16 Days of Activism. Read more: Boy, 9, struck with beer bottle, offender handed suspended sentence