Parents demand urgent intervention at Theresapark Secondary amid academic and infrastructure crisis. Tensions are rising at Theresapark Secondary School, where frustrated parents have accused the institution of failing its learners both academically and in maintaining basic learning conditions. The concerns, which gained national attention following a report by eNCA, centre around what parents describe as…
A pastor from Dobsonville, Soweto, has appeared before the Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court following his arrest in connection with the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl. The 58-year-old accused, Tshepo Ntsimane, uncle of the mimor, was taken into custody after the incident was reported to authorities. The well respected man of the cloth, a political activist…
The Madlanga Commission heard fresh claims of alleged interference as witness Tshukudu Malatji revealed that key information was withheld from him while preparing his statement. The suspended Director responsible for Asset Protection Services at the City of Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD), is currently on the witness stand at the Madlanga Commission. He told the…
Two crime scenes rock Johannesburg: Suspect arrested in Sandton chase as deadly shooting unfolds in OrmondeJohannesburg on 9 April 2026. Actually, Johannesburg was gripped by a wave of violent incidents on Thursday afternoon as police responded to two separate crime scenes in Sandton and Ormonde, leaving multiple suspects arrested, two people dead and others wounded….
A Gauteng Organised Crime Unit sergeant has been arrested following a dramatic police raid at his Pretoria North home that uncovered a cache of official case dockets, unlicensed ammunition, a state-owned hand grenade, and improperly stored firearms. It has been reported that Sergeant Fannie Nkosi, who is already on suspension and has been testifying at…
Infamous Soshanguve criminal, only known as Koketso and street name “Sox”, was made to sing “Kasongo” after being apprehended by Moshate Security during Easter. Kasongo is a famous South African song, and Moshate has made it a habit to make criminals dance to it after being arrested and recorded on social media. Akasia Express understands…
Professor Anele Hammond has accused Standard Bank of fraud and misconduct, alleging that the bank’s actions led to significant financial losses and contributed to the death of her daughter. The allegations, which have surfaced through videos posted on TikTok and X (formerly Twitter), have drawn widespread public attention. In the videos, Hammond claims she lost…
A 35-year-old female lawyer was shot and killed near the offices of the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) in a shocking incident that has sent ripples through the legal and corporate communities. The victim, who was employed by a mining company, was reportedly targeted in what authorities suspect may have been a calculated…
Health Ombudsman Taole Mokoena has condemned the psychiatric unit at George Mukhari Academic Hospital as “unfit for purpose,” calling for urgent redesign and refurbishment to meet basic safety and legal standards. The damning findings follow an investigation into the death of 35-year-old mental health care user Lerato Mohlamme, who died after a fire broke out…
The Health Ombudsman is expected to release the findings of its investigation today, 23 March 2026 following the tragic death of Lerato Mohlamme. The Mohlamme family in Mmakau, North West is seeking justice for their loved one’s death at the George Mukhari Hospital psychiatric unit in 2024. They want people jailed for the death of…
