A woman who was shot dead outside the Randburg magistrate's court with her spouse was a witness in a trial against four police officers charged with assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
Dr Nandipha Magudumana's bid for freedom was dealt another blow after the Free State High Court on Tuesday dismissed her appeal against the decision by the Bloemfontein magistrate's court to deny her bail.
Israeli forces intensify their airstrikes in northern Gaza, isolating the region and preparing for an upcoming push into Gaza City. The death toll rises, exceeding 10,000 Palestinians, as the month-long war enters a bloodier phase. The situation worsens for civilians as food, medicine, and essential services become scarce, and aid delivery remains a challenge amidst ongoing hostilities. Efforts for a humanitarian pause and negotiations for the release of hostages continue, but progress is limited. The conflict also sparks tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border and stokes unrest in Jerusalem. Northern Gaza faces a severe water shortage, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.