Crime
Police hunt for third suspect in Philippi extortion murder case
Marikana residents says crime remains high despite army deployment
Brief | 17 April 2026
Durban rape cover-up trial: survivor testifies police pressured her to withdraw charges
Rape complainant says she was taken from her home and driven around by police with her rapist before being detained
By Benita Enoch
News | 16 April 2026
In photos: Army enters Lavender Hill, but some are sceptical
Gang violence continues on Cape Flats
By Matthew Hirsch and Brenton Geach
Photo Essay | 13 April 2026
Rape cover-up trial: Police officers describe the day victim was arrested
Two witnesses took the stand on Thursday
By Benita Enoch
News | 10 April 2026
After six years, man is jailed for life in DNA bungled murder case
Thozamile Flathela was convicted of murdering his partner Simbongile Mancotywa in Cofimvaba in 2020
News | 10 April 2026
Rape cover-up trial: Defence alleges police officers are being maliciously prosecuted
Cross-examination of witnesses resumed on Wednesday
By Benita Enoch
News | 9 April 2026
Soldiers hit the streets of Mitchells Plain a day after a shooting
Homes were searched for firearms in Beacon Valley
Text by Matthew Hirsch. Photos by Ashraf Hendricks.
Brief | 1 April 2026
In photos: Army prepares for deployment in Cape Town
SANDF will assist SAPS to fight crime
Text by Matthew Hirsch. Photos by Ashraf Hendricks.
Photo Essay | 31 March 2026
Expect to see soldiers on the streets in April, says police minister
The deployment is expected to last until 31 March 2027
News | 27 March 2026