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The Herald
6 days ago
- General
- The Herald
From Uyinene to Olorato: GBV cases that sparked a national outcry
As South Africa grapples with an alarmingly high rate of gender-based violence (GBV) incidents, numerous cases have sparked a widespread outrage and calls for urgent action. Nine-hundred-and-fifty seven women were murdered between July and September 2024 and thousands more were victims of attempted murder. The recent murder of Olorato Mongale has reignited the debate on GBV Here are some notable cases that have shocked the nation. 1. Olorato Mongale, 30 What seemed to be an innocent date turned into a nightmare for Mongale. Her body was found near Lombardy West after she went on a date with her alleged killer. The man allegedly drove with the victim, killed her and dumped her body. 2. Uyinene Mrwetyana, 19 A University of Cape Town student was brutally raped and murdered inside a post office in 2019. She went to the post office to collect a parcel she had bought online. 3. Tshegofatso Pule, 28 Her heavily pregnant body, covered in blood, was found hanging from a tree after she was shot dead in June 2020 in Durban Deep, Roodepoort. She was eight months pregnant at the time. The police established that her boyfriend, Ntuthuko Shoba, hired a hitman to kill her. He was sentenced to life in prison in 2022. 4. Reeva Steenkamp, 29 A model and reality TV star who was shot and killed by her boyfriend, Oscar Pistorius, in 2013, claiming that he thought it was an intruder. The case drew international attention and raised questions about domestic violence and gun control. 5. Nosicelo Mtebeni, 23 The Fort Hare student was brutally killed and dismembered in August 2021 by her boyfriend. Her body parts were found in a suitcase near a dump site in East London 6. Karabo Mokoena, 22 The young woman was brutally murdered by her boyfriend Sandile Mantsoe who initially claimed Karabo committed suicide in April 2017. She went missing and her body was found a few days later burnt in a field in Lyndhurst, Johannesburg. Her case sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice. 7. Chesnay Keppler, 22 A crime prevention warden who was allegedly killed by her boyfriend, a police officer, in 2022. 8. Gontse Ntseza, 19 A murdered young woman whose body was found under a bridge in Hammanskraal in 2024 after going missing after a night out with friends. 9. Nomsa Jass, 26 Jass went missing after she left her place of work in Potchefstroom, North West. Her body was found in Carletonville in Gauteng. 10. Hannah Cornelius, 21 Cornelius, a Stellenbosch university student was abducted by a gang in Stellenbosch in May 2017 after a night out, which led to her being raped and murdered.
News24
29-05-2025
- General
- News24
Two men wanted for Olorato Mongale's murder had prior kidnapping, robbery arrests
Two of the people wanted for the murder of Olorato Mongale were arrested earlier this year for the alleged kidnapping and robbery of another woman. Bongani Mthimkhulu and Philangenkosi Makhanya were arrested in the Brakpan area on 20 April this year, and they were granted bail six days later. Less than a month later, the same two men are now wanted for the murder of 30-year-old Mongale, whose body was recovered in Lombardy West on Sunday after she went on what she thought was a date with a man she met who called himself John. Police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said the men have been linked to other cases, as many women are calling in and giving information about meeting Mthimkhulu and Makhanya. The men allegedly used the same modus operandi, meeting women in malls, asking them out and then robbing them.
News24
27-05-2025
- Business
- News24
City Power faces financial ruin; ‘Tsotsi' star dies: Today's top 7 stories in 7 minutes
News24 brings you the top 7 reads of the day. News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature. 'I know she fought': Murdered Olorato Mongale's final moments revealed Olorato Mongale was murdered after meeting a man she connected with online; the man picked her up in a car with cloned plates. Her friend tracked her phone to multiple locations, eventually finding her belongings in Kew and her body in Lombardy West, Johannesburg. Police are investigating the man, known as 'John', and a possible accomplice, while Olorato's family and friends mourn the loss of a loving and ambitious young woman. Stellenbosch urination saga: Court finds Theuns du Toit not guilty Theuns du Toit, a former Stellenbosch University student, was acquitted of crimen injuria and malicious damage to property. The charges stemmed from a 2022 incident where he urinated on the belongings of fellow student Babalo Ndwayana. Du Toit had pleaded not guilty to the charges in the Stellenbosch Magistrate's Court. R16.3bn crisis: Joburg's City Power faces financial ruin as mayor allegedly buries reports City Power's R16.3 billion negative bank balance is jeopardising Johannesburg's ability to deliver services and remain financially sustainable, with the municipality having to fund the utility's operations from its own budget. Mayor Dada Morero is accused of concealing reports about City Power's financial crisis from the Johannesburg council, potentially violating the Municipal Finance Management Act. Internal documents warn of a looming collapse of services in Johannesburg due to City Power's inability to pay its liabilities, with the City's funds being used to prop up the utility. Rand buoyant ahead of rates decision The rand has strengthened to its best levels since December 2024 due to a weaker dollar and speculation about a new, lower inflation target in South Africa. Analysts are divided on whether the South African Reserve Bank will cut interest rates this week, with a lower inflation target potentially limiting future cuts. The dollar is under pressure due to concerns about US tax cuts adding trillions to the national debt and investor unease over President Donald Trump's economic policies. Award-winning Tsotsi and The River star Presley Chweneyagae dies aged 40 Actor Presley Chweneyagae, known for his role as Cobra on The River and in the film Tsotsi, has died at the age of 40. Chweneyagae gained international recognition for his starring role in Tsotsi, which won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2005. His management confirmed his death, highlighting his legacy as a gifted actor, mentor, and advocate for empowering the next generation of artists. Veteran broadcaster Darren Scott dies after decades-long cancer battle Radio broadcaster Darren Scott has died at the age of 60 after a long battle with cancer. Scott had been battling melanoma since 1986, and the cancer aggressively returned in early 2023. His former wife expressed gratitude for the support he received, with over R515 000 raised to aid his treatment. Robyn Beck / AFP World's Strongest Man Rayno Nel happy to carry Mzansi on his back: 'It's life-changing' Rayno Nel, South Africa's World's Strongest Man, is grateful for the support he's received after his historic win, attributing his success to mental strength and his wife's support. Nel balances his strongman aspirations with his job as an engineering director, training extensively while relying on mental fortitude to overcome challenging sessions. His wife, Mayno Nel, plays a crucial role by providing support, managing his diet, and assisting with media, highlighting the sacrifices and teamwork involved in his journey to success.
