Fezile Ngubane, suspect in the Olorato Murder case cleared

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DURBAN - An investigation has cleared Fezile Ngubane as a suspect in the Olorato Murder case.  According to police, Ngubane washes cars for a living and was targeted by deceased Philangenkosi Makhanya who used his ID to rica SIM cards with his details and use them in communicating with women.  "He has been released," said Athlenda Mathe, South African Police Service (SAPS) spokesperson. Makhanya, main suspect in the murder case, was gunned down by police in Amanzimtoti, south of Durban. Olorato Mongale, a promising Journalism graduate was laid to rest on Sunday, 1 June.
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Five men to appear in court for public violence following Loftus protest

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PRETORIA - The police have arrested five men following a protest at the Loftus stadium in Hatfield, Tshwane district. The suspects will be facing charges which include public violence, assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and malicious damage to property.

On Sunday, 11 May 2025 just after 16:30 during a soccer match halftime, a group of about 150 people started protesting. Members from Public Order Police approached the protesters to try to talk to them but they allegedly turned violent, started hurling objects at the police. The police managed to stabilise the protesters and arrested five men.

The police have a responsibility to act when a protest becomes disruptive, interferes with the event or endangers other people as per the Safety at Sports and Recreational Events Act 2 of 2010. The Act focuses on ensuring the safety and security of sports, recreational, religious, cultural, and similar events held in South Africa. It aims to protect the well-being of participants and spectators.

The suspects will be appearing before the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, 13 May 2025.

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