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Zawya
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
Select Committee on Justice Chairperson Welcomes 8 Life Terms for Rape of Businesswoman
The Chairperson of the Select Committee on Security and Justice, Ms Jane Mananiso, welcomed the long-term sentence, of eight life terms, for convicted rapist Mr Moses Gqesha. Mr Gqesha's charges included kidnapping, robbery with aggravating circumstances, assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm, theft, and multiple counts of rape to a gender-based violence activist, Ms Andisiwe Andy Kawa on 9 December 2010, at King's Beach in Summerstrand, Gqeberha. Mr Gqesha was arrested in 2020 for an unrelated incident and forensic evidence taken from Ms Kawa in 2010 linked him to the rape. 'Firstly, we want to applaud the South African Police Services for safeguarding the forensic evidence taken from Ms Kawa in 2010, that linked the rapist later to these heinous crimes. It was because of this act that this criminal will not face years behind bars and pay for his crimes,' said Ms Mananiso. 'Furthermore, we want to commend the National Prosecuting Authority for a successful prosecution especially because the accused denied the charges even after he was linked with forensic evidence. This is truly commendable. 'In a country that experienced high rates of gender-based violence and femicide, this is a victory for those thousands of women either still struggling for justice and those who fear speaking up against perpetrators. This is a sign that the wheels of justice do indeed turn,' emphasized Ms Mananiso. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Republic of South Africa: The Parliament.
The Herald
03-05-2025
- Sport
- The Herald
Ironmen rise, controversy strikes, and nature interrupts at DHL Lifesaving SA Champs
Cayden Claasen (Summerstrand, U9 Boys 100m manikin with fins), Christoff Botha (Tuks, U10 Boys 100m manikin with fins), Summerstrand Mixed (8-9 relay, 4x25m manikin relay) and Kings Beach Mixed (8-9 relay, 4x40m Pool Lifesaver) all set new SA marks. And in the 12-13 division, Big Bay delivered a show-stopping performance in the 4x25m manikin relay, claiming gold, silver, bronze and the SA record in a clean sweep and leading the overall pool championships from Fish Hoek as the competition heads into the final day on Saturday. These young stars are proving that the future of South African lifesaving is in capable, fast-moving hands. 'Today had it all, gutsy racing, emotional moments, and a reminder that nature always gets the final say,' said Craig van Rooyen, Director of Sport for Lifesaving SA. 'The athletes handled it all with professionalism and heart, and we're proud of how every club showed up today.' The championships' final events on Saturday will decide overall team titles in the surf, pool, and combined club standings. — Lifesaving SA
The Herald
01-05-2025
- Sport
- The Herald
Singe shines in Lifesaving SA Champs
The sixth day of the DHL Lifesaving SA Championships marked a shift in competition focus, as nippers moved into the pool for their first round of pool-based events, while open and junior athletes took to Kings Beach for the next stage of their surf racing. Despite gusty coastal conditions, the day delivered intense racing, standout performances and high club spirit across both venues, setting the tone for a thrilling final stretch in Gqeberha. Building on their strong pool performances earlier in the week, Fish Hoek and Clifton continued to dominate across board, ski and relay events in the surf. Summerstrand and Kings Beach also made their mark in beach relays and rescue races. As the swell picked up through the afternoon, the intensity matched the conditions, with several events seeing photo finishes. Fish Hoek's Georgia Singe delivered a clean sweep in the junior women's division, collecting gold in the o pen female single ski, U19 single ski, U19 Ironwoman, j unior double ski (with Nicola Harcus), and j unior ski relay (with Ellen Strydom and Alayah Krogscheepers). In the open men's and junior male divisions, Fish Hoek and Clifton dominated across board, ski and team relays. Nippers made their pool debut at Newton Park Swimming Pool, competing in rescue tube races, obstacle swims, and ball throw relays. Clubs like Big Bay, Clifton and Harties Reflections used the pool platform to showcase their all-round strength, clocking fast heats and consistent podium finishes. One of the highlights of the day came from Big Bay, who pulled off a clean sweep in the 12-13 age group 10m Ball Throw Relay, claiming all three podium places. Points summary: Nippers, pool: 1 Fish Hoek 122, 2 Big Bay 114, 3 Summerstrand 94 Open and junior, surf: 1 Fish Hoek 418, 2 Clifton 284, 3 Summerstrand 156 'The wind made for tough racing, but the performances have been world-class,' said Craig van Rooyen, Director of Sport for Lifesaving South Africa. 'From Georgia's dominance to Big Bay's relay sweep, we've already seen some unforgettable moments.' The championships continue through the weekend in Gqeberha, with Junior and Senior surf events building momentum at Kings Beach, and Nippers continuing pool competition at Newton Park. The final day on Saturday promises thrilling finishes and the crowning of club champions across all divisions. — Lifesaving SA
