Tag: violence

SANDF, once feared now deployed to confront gang violence and illegal mining

'When the SANDF was formed in 1994 it marked a decisive break…

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Saps officers accused of sexual violence or rape across SA

In a shocking revelation, nearly 100 South African Police Service (Saps) officers…

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Gun violence drives surge in spinal injuries in Western Cape

Activists say gun control must be integrated into health and trauma care…

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SAHRC to probe zama zama violence at Sporong in Randfontein forcing families to flee

About 600 families from Sporong claim that heavily armed illegal miners forced…

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Cape Flats weekend violence leaves at least 26 dead

Between 29 December 2025 and 11 January 2026, the Cape Flats saw…

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Gun violence spikes as police tackle shootings and assassinations

High-profile assassinations and deadly mass shootings mark a violent year, driving police…

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Felix Hlophe denies physical violence in family incident

Felix Hlophe releases statement to address abuse allegations Gagasi FM breakfast host…

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Violence against principals and teachers condemned by Gauteng MEC

Gauteng MEC says the killing of Kempton Park principal highlights growing threats…

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‘A shame SA has world’s highest levels of violence against women and girls,’ Ramaphosa says

Last month, government classified GBV and femicide as a national disaster. President…

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SA’s fascination with criminals undermines justice and celebrates violence

Social media obsession with criminals softens outrage, eclipsing victims’ trauma and enabling…

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