buy this article Question:A reader wants to know why, on rare occasions, some accused persons are declared as “dangerous criminals”. Answer:IntroductionOur reader’s question will best be answered by referring to the Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein (“the SCA”) judgment in Petersen v The State (Case no 295/2021) [2023] ZASCA 26 dated 16 March 2023 …
buy this article Article by Kotie Geldenhuys In 2023, the Rugby World Cup took place in France, the Cricket World Cup in India, the FIFA Women’s World Cup was hosted by New Zealand and Australia, while Cape Town hosted the Netball World Cup. In 2024, the Summer Olympic Games will be hosted by France while …
buy this article Article by Kotie Geldenhuys Historical maritime piracy entailed the theft and selling of any merchandise discovered on captured ships. Piracy revolved around ensuring survival rather than pursuing monetary gains. Individuals frequently joined pirate groups due to their dire economic circumstances, their incapacity to meet exorbitant tax demands, or to evade death. The …
buy this article Article by Kotie Geldenhuys Our beautiful country, South Africa, is renowned for its stunning landscapes, diverse culture, and rich history. From the breathtaking coastlines along the Atlantic and Indian Oceans to the magnificent wildlife found in national parks and game reserves, South Africa boasts a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural …
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buy this article Article by Annalise Kempen A few weeks ago, the hawala money transfer system made headlines in South Africa when the Daily Maverick published an article entitled “#MotiFiles: Inside VBS’s R1.3 bn gold-fuelled ‘hawala’”. This was not the first time that the hawala system made the headlines for the wrong reasons. In 2020, …
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buy this article By Brig Dirk Lambrechts An article entitled “Almost 90 Soshanguve pupils discharged after eating muffins (cookies) laced with dagga” was published on the IOL (Independent Online) news and information website dated 22 September 2023. The children became ill after they ate cookies laced with dagga which they purchased from a street vendor …
Buy this article QuestionOne of Servamus’s readers, who is a private investigator, reminds us that “a lot of the times a SAPS fingerprint expert takes a long while to report at a crime scene”. Accordingly, our reader wants to know whether an SAPS fingerprint expert is the only authorised person who may dust for, and …
Buy this article QuestionA reader refers Pollex to the Constitutional Court (“the Concourt”) judgment of AK v Minister of Police [2022] ZACC 14 (CC), and 2023 (1) SACR 113 (CC). This is the case in which Ms AK claimed damages (Afrikaans: “skadevergoeding”) from the SAPS in Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth), in that the SAPS failed …
buy this article Article by Kotie Geldenhuys Rugged dirt tracks criss-cross the sandy river embankment where indigenous shrubs once adorned the area. As the handler manoeuvres the excavator back onto the riverbank, it leaks hydraulic oil which leaves an unsightly trail while the air is filled with dirt and the smell of diesel smoke. The …
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buy this article Article by Kotie Geldenhuys While many people may associate rangers with serene landscapes and wildlife observation, the reality is that their job can be extremely dangerous. Being a ranger is a highly challenging job that requires a lot of dedication, courage and love for nature and wildlife. Rangers play a critical role …
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