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Truth and Reconciliation Cases Commission (TRC) adjourns to November 26th

By Rachel Mohamed The abrupt postponement of the investigations and prosecutions of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) until the week of the 26th of November has raised queries on the logistics of the commission as well as the future of the historic cases under its purview. Speaking to VOC News, Lionel Adendorf, the spokesperson for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, explained the events leading up to the commission's creation. […]

11 November 2025

News

Justice Committee Probes NPA Over Omotoso Acquittal

Parliament’s Justice and Constitutional Development Committee has expressed serious concern over the National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA) handling of the high-profile case against Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso. The committee questioned the NPA following Omotoso’s recent acquittal—along with his co-accused—on 32 charges, including rape, human trafficking, and racketeering. The protracted trial, which lasted several years, ended in disappointment for many and has raised questions about prosecutorial conduct and legal strategy. During their […]

16 May 2025

Local

Batohi reassessing NPA’s decision on Zizi Kodwa corruption charges

National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) head Shamila Batohi is currently assessing the decision to drop criminal charges against former minister and ANC spokesperson Zizi Kodwa. Earlier this month, Gauteng’s head of prosecutions, Andrew Chauke, announced that Kodwa would not face corruption charges, a decision Batohi clarified was made without “ulterior motives.” Organized crime expert Chad Thomas explained that the situation doesn’t necessarily mean Kodwa is off the hook for good. […]

13 November 2024

News

Justice Minister denies allegations and faces calls for suspension amid VBS loan scandal

By Lee-Yandra Paulsen Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Thembi Simelane, has denied most allegations involving her connection with Gundo Wealth Solutions, asserting that her interactions were legitimate and that the loan she secured had been repaid. Despite her denials, calls for her resignation are growing amid concerns that her presence could impede the National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA) handling of the VBS Bank scandal. Speaking on VOC NewsBeat, legal expert […]

11 September 2024

Local

Group accused of killing e-hailer in mob justice attack set to return to court next month

LOCAL The murder case against 12 people accused of killing e-hailing driver, Abongile Mafalala in Parkwood will return to court on 20 October 2023. According to National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson, Eric Ntabazalila, the matter had been postponed for continuation of discussions around a possible plea and sentencing agreement. Mafalala died after being attacked and torched in a mob-justice incident in May last year. The 12 people stand accused […]

9 September 2023

Local

More arrests expected in Bester escape case: NPA

Three more people are expected to be arrested in connection with the escape of murderer and rapist Thabo Bester from the Mangaung Correctional Centre. The State told the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday that police are finalising cellphone data and bank statements. Eight people have so far been arrested for aiding Bester to escape in May last year. Free State National Prosecuting Authority Spokesperson, Phaladi Shuping says the case has […]

21 June 2023

Local

NPA opposes Dr Nandipha’s request to declare her arrest, deportation unlawful

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says it will oppose the urgent application of the convicted murderer and rapist Thabo Bester’s partner Dr Nandipha Magudumana. The application in which Magudumana is seeking to have her arrest in Tanzania and deportation to South Africa declared unlawful, will be heard in the Free State High Court on Friday. Dr Nandipha Magudumana seeks acquittal, challenges arrest in Tanzania: Magudumana and Bester were arrested in […]

26 May 2023

Local

Haron family closer to justice as closing arguments in inquest wrap in High Court

By Aneeqa du Plessis After more than 53 years, the Haron family are now one-step closer to hearing the truth in their father’s death. This comes as closing arguments in Imam Abdullah Haron’s reopened inquest were wrapped up in the Cape High Court yesterday. The anti-apartheid activist was detained for 123 days, interrogated daily and kept in solitary confinement without trail until his demise in 1969. The initial 1970 inquest […]

26 April 2023

Local

Dr Nandipha and three other accused in Thabo Bester’s escape to apply for bail

The four accused linked to the escape of convicted rapist and murderer Thabo Bester from Mangaung prison in May last year are expected to apply for bail in the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court today. They include Bester’s girlfriend Dr Nandipha Magudumana, her father Zolile Sekeleni, IT expert Teboho Lipholo and dismissed G4S employee, Senohe Matsoara. They are facing charges of murder, defeating the ends of justice, and aiding and abetting a convict. Sekeleni and […]

17 April 2023

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