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‘How to murder your husband’ writer sentenced to life in prison

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Ex-presidential candidate sentenced to 15 years in prison

Joao Rendeiro, Portugal, Portuguese banker, Portuguese Private Bank, Interpol, Umhlanga Rocks, north of Durban, Westville Prison, KZN
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Fugitive Portuguese banker Joao Rendeiro dies in SA custody

How to murder your husband
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‘How to murder your husband’ writer sentenced to life in prison

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Ex-presidential candidate sentenced to 15 years in prison

Joao Rendeiro, Portugal, Portuguese banker, Portuguese Private Bank, Interpol, Umhlanga Rocks, north of Durban, Westville Prison, KZN
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Fugitive Portuguese banker Joao Rendeiro dies in SA custody

Prisons
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Western Cape prison without water for over a week

By Ground Up21-07-2020 18:58

The water at the Brandvlei Correctional Centre was cut off from 8 to 18 July, with prison inmates given a “dustbin” filled with water.

Rape uncle northern cape sentenced
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Limpopo man arrested for rape allegedly killed by fellow inmates

By Andrea Chothia01-07-2020 11:32

A 40-year-old inmate, accused of rape, attempted murder and assault, was found dead in his prison cell on Tuesday morning.

Prisoners
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DA: ‘Release of 19 000 prisoners shows little regard for the safety’

By Dan Meyer19-06-2020 12:26

Following the release fo 19 000 prisoners on parole in May, the DA say that government has not informed them of the inmates prior records.

Prisoners Butterworth
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Watch: Prisoners rebel against guards with ‘sharp objects’ inside cells

By Tom Head18-06-2020 08:55

A group of prisoners in the Eastern Cape are facing severe punishments, after they barricaded themselves inside a cell and filmed their antics.

Prison
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Prison infection rates climbing as calls for release of mothers grow

By Dan Meyer09-06-2020 12:15

There have been eight deaths from within the prison system, and calls for mothers with children behind bars to be released are growing.

Prisons
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Riot breaks out at Eastern Cape prison after ‘gross violation of rights’

By Ground Up12-05-2020 19:17

A riot is understood to have broken out at a prison in Lusikisiki on Thursday 7 May, with inmates complaining of human rights violations.

Low-risk offenders to be considered for parole
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Lamola: Low-risk ‘petty crime’ offenders to be considered for parole

By Andrea Chothia08-05-2020 15:45

President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised the parole of almost 19 000 low-risk offenders. What constitutes a petty crime though?

COVID-19: Call for minister to
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COVID-19: Call for minister to release prisoners

By Ground Up24-04-2020 19:08

‘There is every reason to fear that the virus may spread more fearsomely within our correctional system, and soon’.

Inmates COVID-19 vaccine Correctional Services
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Western Cape prison inmate tests positive for COVID-19

By Luke Daniel21-04-2020 09:40

Due to overcrowding, prisons are considered volatile hotbeds of infection.

Malmesbury Remand Detention Facility
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Prison pandemic: Inmates threaten disobedience over lack of protection

By Dan Meyer20-04-2020 16:37

Prisoners say that if they don’t get protection, they will embark on a protest of disobedience, nudity and hunger strikes.

Malmesbury Remand Detention Facility
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Eastern Cape prison reports spike in COVID-19 positive inmates

By Dan Meyer14-04-2020 17:07

A concerning number of inmates and prison officials have tested positive for the deadly virus at the East London Correctional Centre.

Prisons
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Ticking time bomb: Eastern Cape correctional facility records 26 cases

By Dan Meyer12-04-2020 16:02

Prisons are a nightmare when it comes to maintaining social distancing, with 26 people having tested positive for COVID-19 at a correctional facility in East London.

Prisons
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EC prison to undergo mass testing after official tests positive

By Dan Meyer08-04-2020 18:43

The prison official is believed to be in a stable condition, but fears are growing over the vulnerability of correctional services.

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Watch: Prisoners drink, party in their cells – but the hangover hits hard

By Tom Head12-03-2020 16:33

A group of prisoners thought they’d showcase just how good they had it in the cells – but their boastful video has put them in a heap of trouble.

Nelson Mandela's Cressida recovered in Lesotho
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Mandela’s Toyota Cressida ‘freedom ride’ attracts foreign buyer

By Andrea Chothia12-02-2020 15:33

The historic Cressida transported former president Nelson Mandela from Victor Verster Prison to Cape Town City Hall 30 years ago.

30th anniversary of Nelson Mandela's release
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Nelson Mandela’s release captured in five iconic photos

By Andrea Chothia11-02-2020 15:46

On this day, 30 years ago, former president of South Africa, Nelson Mandela was released from the Victor Verster Prison near Paarl.

Nelson Mandela 30th anniversary celebrations City Hall
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Nelson Mandela 30th anniversary of freedom: Cape Town road closures

By Andrea Chothia11-02-2020 11:44

Tuesday 11 February marks the 30th anniversary of the release of late former president Nelson Mandela from the then, Victor Verster prison.

Remissions: How cutting jail s
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Remissions: How cutting jail sentences for 9% of SA’s prisoners will work

By Tom Head17-12-2019 09:26

The government announced on Monday that over 14 000 prisoners will be granted “remissions”, cutting their jail time – here’s what will happen.

Prison
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Concern over increase in unnatural deaths in South African prisons

By Andrea Chothia03-12-2019 18:48

Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) expressed their concern over the steady increase of unnatural deaths in South African prisons.

FF Plus Ramaphosa hard labour
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Cyril Ramaphosa receives unlikely endorsement – from FF Plus

By Tom Head03-12-2019 15:15

Well, we didn’t see this one coming. Cyril Ramaphosa has been criticised over the last few days. But, of all groups, the FF Plus have leapt to his defence.

cyril ramaphosa hard labour
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Cyril Ramaphosa blasted for saying prisoners “should do hard labour”

By Tom Head02-12-2019 14:52

Cyril Ramaphosa has indicated that he would like some prisoners to face “hard labour” in jail. But the DA are dead against the suggestion.

Robben Island
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Robben Island: Ex-prisoners threaten to return if corruption report withheld

By Andrea Chothia08-11-2019 13:58

Ex-prisoners from Robben Island have threatened to return to their cells if the corruption report they have demanded is not released.

Nicholas Ninow leave to appeal
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Nicholas Ninow: How his court testimony sparked new investigations

By Tom Head21-10-2019 17:48

When Nicholas Ninow took to the stand last week, his attempts to secure his freedom fell flat. Instead, he’s opened up a can of worms or two.

Western Cape
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Western Cape service delivery protester sentenced to five years in prison

By (ANA) African News Agency11-10-2019 18:21

The protester overturned and burned SAPS and Traffic vehicles.

Amy'Leigh de Jager Kidnapperspers bail
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Amy’Leigh de Jager: Kidnappers describe their rough night in jail

By Tom Head20-09-2019 13:48

If you can’t do the time, don’t do the crime. The kidnappers in the Amy’Leigh de Jager case have been left unimpressed by their prison cells.

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