Real life news from all over the Western Cape
CCN Reporter – George April Gauteng High Court:- A tense and emotional moment unfolded in court yesterday as Muzi Sibiya, the main accused in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, broke down while recalling the day of his arrest and the struggle of being separated from his family. The late Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates captain … Read More ““Accused in Meyiwa Case Breaks Down While Testifying”” »
Vrae oor Geregtigheid duik weer op. CCN Verslaggewing Voormalige Apartheids Doodsgroep bevelvoerder, Eugene de Kock, is glo in ’n hospitaal opgeneem met vermoedelike hartversaking. Die nuus het aan die lig gekom tydens die heropening van die Cradock Vier-inquest in die Hooggeregshof in Gqeberha. De Kock, wat destyds aan die hoof van die berugte Vlakplaas-eenheid gestaan … Read More “Voormalige Apartheids – Doodsgroep bevelvoerder in hospitaal” »
A Memory worth Telling CCN Editor – George C. April In March 2015, I received an unexpected invitation that would leave a lasting mark on my life, and on the lives of several young people from Hopefield. Memories forever.! At the time, I was the founder of Cape Coast Youth and running the first version … Read More “How One Invitation Changed Hopefield’s Future” »
CCN Reporter – Felicity Jooste Cape Town:- The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) has confirmed that arrangements for the burial of South Africa’s Ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, have not yet been finalised. Mthethwa, who passed away earlier this week in Paris, was serving as South Africa’s top diplomat in France. His sudden … Read More “Burial Details for Late Ambassador Still Unconfirmed” »
Following Death of Minister PReporter – Felicity Jooste Cape Town:- The police have confirmed that a five-member team will depart for Paris, France, this Saturday, following the death of Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa earlier this week. The team has been assembled to investigate both national and international security aspects surrounding the ambassador’s death and to coordinate with … Read More “Police Team to Depart for Paris” »
CCN Reporting Cape Town:- Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis of Cape Town has drawn a firm line on cellphone use inside prisons, saying that inmates have no right to unfettered communication beyond prison walls – especially when it is used to coordinate gang activity. This follows the South African Prisoner Organisation for Human Rights’ opposition to the … Read More “Inmates Have No Rights to Coordinate Crime Behind Bars” »
In Paris Reporter – Felicity Jooste Paris:- South Africa’s Ambassador to France, Nkosinathi “Nathi” Mthethwa, has been confirmed dead in Paris. According to French media reports, Mthethwa’s body was discovered outside the Hyatt Hotel in the Porte Maillot district. He had reportedly booked a room on the 22nd floor, where investigators found a secured window … Read More “BREAKING NEWS – South African Ambassador Found Dead” »
Bloemfontein:- Thabo Bester, infamously known as “Tabu,” appeared in the Free State High Court in Bloemfontein today for a pre-trial hearing. Bester, along with co-accused Dr. Nandipha Magudumana, faces multiple serious charges related to his daring escape from Mangaung Correctional Centre in May 2022. Bester, who had been serving a life sentence for rape … Read More “Thabo “Tabu” Bester Back in Court in Bloemfontein” »
Reporter – George April Cape Town:- Residents across Cape Town are once again caught in the grip of fear, forced to navigate daily life in communities plagued by shootings and uncertainty. On Tuesday evening, two men were shot in Gail Court, Manenberg. One victim succumbed to his injuries while the other was rushed to hospital. … Read More “People Living in Fear while Violence Continues” »
As PA Transparency Promises Fall Short Reporter – George April It has been 30 days since Patriotic Alliance (PA) leader Gayton McKenzie announced that party member, Kenny Kunene would take leave from his duties. Following revelations of his visit to the home of Katiso “KT” Molefe, the alleged mastermind behind the 2022 murder of DJ Somebody. … Read More “Kunene Controversy Lingers” »
