Polokwane Insider

07/09/2026

02/09/2026

The Gauteng Health Department has launched an investigation into extortion claims at the Germiston Forensic Pathology Service, after allegations that officials demanded money from grieving families to speed up postmortems. The department stressed all forensic pathology services, including postmortems and DNA analysis, are free of charge, and no official may request payment.
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10/08/2024

PROSECUTORS APPEARED BEFORE COURT

Two State Prosecutors, Tshikani Golden Rikhotso (46) and Mikhalani Patrick Chauke made their first appearance at Rustenburg Magistrate Court. The duo were arrested on 08 August 2024, they are facing allegations of defeating or obstructing the administration of justice.

Following lead investigations, (J50) warrants of arrest were issued for the three accused. Only accused one and two were arrested today and appeared before court. Police are on the lookout for the third accused and believe they will be arrested soon.

The matter has been adjourned to 26 September 2024, and the two accused were granted bail of R1 000 each. The accused were sensitised as one of the bail conditions, to report once a week to the local police station between 09h00 to 17h00.

The NPA remains committed to upholding the rule of law, and ensuring that justice is served in our communities.
The National Prosecuting Authority is serious about fighting those who are corrupt in its ranks. Furthermore, the NPA would like to assure the public that disciplinary actions will be taken against its members who are against the system.

Ends,

Sivenathi Gunya
NPA: Communications Officer
North West Division

03/06/2024

The murder trial against a Mpumalanga police officer Sizwe Khoza, who allegedly shot and killed his wife Mnisi and two others, is found guilty for the counts of murder at the Mpumalanga Division of the High Court. Sergeant Sizwe Khoza is facing three counts of murder. Members of DENOSA are protesting outside court in support of the family of the deceased, who were all siblings. Mweli masilela reports.