Lawyer Reads Oscar Affidavit in Court

After days of speculation and rumours, Oscar Pistorius gave his account of the events of the morning of Valentine’s Day at his expensive and secure home in Pretoria. Oscar’s lawyer laid out the facts according to Oscar in an affidavit that was read out in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday. Oscar Pistorius faces a schedule six offence of premeditated murder which has severe consequences for the athlete if he is found guilty. In the affidavit as shared by News24,... Read more »
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By Ntokozo Sindane On Tuesday, February 19th, 2013

Oscar Faces Schedule Six Offence

News24 reported that Oscar Pistorius faces a schedule six offence. This comes after Magistrate Desmond Nair stated during the court session that he could not disregard the possibility of premeditation in the ... Read more »
By Ntokozo Sindane On Tuesday, February 19th, 2013

‘Weeping Oscar’ Photo Backlash

The legal team of Oscar Pistorius has a lot on their plate as they prepare for the paralympian’s next court appearance next week. Under the watchful eye of the international media the lawyers, including Kenne... Read more »
By Ntokozo Sindane On Monday, February 18th, 2013

Who Was Reeva Steenkamp?

“You either made an impact in a positive or a negative way but just maintain integrity and maintain class and just remain true to yourself.” These are the words that Reeva Steenkamp uttered in a video recor... Read more »
By Ntokozo Sindane On Monday, February 18th, 2013

Oscar Pistorious’s Dark Side Revealed

The shooting of Reeva Steenkamp at the home of popular athlete Oscar Pistorius in the early hours of Valentine’s Day left the whole world in shock and disbelief. Reports say that the beautiful model was shot ... Read more »
By Bongeka On Friday, February 15th, 2013

Oscar Pistorius shoots girlfriend dead on Valentine’s day

World-famous South African athlete Oscar Pistorius, also known as “The Blade Runner”, allegedly shot his girlfriend dead on Valentine’s day. According to reports, this incident took place in t... Read more »
By Smanga Kumalo On Tuesday, February 12th, 2013

Two Men in Connection with Booysen’s Death Appear in Court

Smanga Kumalo (Western Cape) – Two men accused of raping and killing teenager Anene Booysen have briefly appeared in the Bredasdorp Magistrate’s Court, in Western Cape. The Bredasdorp court ruled on... Read more »
By Carika Ferreira On Monday, February 11th, 2013

Unabridged Birth Certificates Now Issued

With the aim of issuing secure, credible and accurate birth certificates, the Department of Home Affairs announced that it would no longer issue abridged birth certificates but it will instead only issue unabri... Read more »
By Carika Ferreira On Monday, February 11th, 2013

Drug War Rages On In Gauteng

The fight against drugs in Gauteng has now escalated to a full-scale war. “Drug dealing and use are now a massive problem in .”  These were the words of Warrant Officers all over Gauteng after they discove... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Sunday, February 10th, 2013

Approximately 900 rhinos will be killed in South Africa in 2013

Rhino poaching continues to rise in South Africa despite the government’s attempts to curb it. It has been reported that a total of 82 rhinos have been killed since the beginning of this year. With only a... Read more »