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IOL News
11 hours ago
- IOL News
Emotional court hearing as State opposes bail for alleged cop killer
Family members of slain officer Van Rooyen and a group of traffic cops gathered outside before court proceedings to oppose bail after the court previously heard that the State wasn't planning to oppose De Lilly's release, despite him facing a Schedule 6 charge. Image: Armand Hough/Independent Newspapers There was drama at the Cape Town Magistrate's Court on Monday as traffic officers and family members packed the court to witness the bail hearing of alleged cop killer Craig 'Krake' de Lilly. The 41-year-old taxi driver stands accused of murdering traffic officer Walton van Rooyen in March 2020, and also faces charges of illegal possession of a 9mm pistol and 14 cartridges. De Lilly, his taxi assistant and two other men were arrested shortly after the shooting in Acre Road, Kensington, but the case was provisionally withdrawn just a month later. On Monday, family members of Van Rooyen and a group of traffic cops gathered outside before court proceedings to oppose bail after the court previously heard that the State wasn't planning to oppose De Lilly's release, despite him facing a Schedule 6 charge. However, things took a turn when the court heard that the State has now changed its tune and will in fact oppose bail, a move that shocked De Lilly's family. His lawyer told the court he has witnesses lined up to testify at the next appearance, and the matter was postponed to August 11. De Lilly's family said they were sad and disappointed by the State's sudden shift, but still had empathy for Van Rooyen's loved ones, however, said De Lilly is innocent. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Craig 'Krake' De Lilly, 36, appeared in Cape Town Magistrates Court. Image: Supplied His aunt told the Cape Argus sister publication, the Daily Voice that when De Lilly was convicted of rape and robbery, he was a minor, and while he got gang tattoos in prison, he was never actually part of a gang. 'He never wanted that life, but he didn't have a choice,' she said. 'If justice is fair we just hope they give him a fair chance to get bail. We feel for [Van Rooyen's] family, but Craig also has a family and he is a different person.' Mayco member for Safety and Security JP Smith said justice has been a long time coming. 'Just over a week ago we were informed that the suspect was re-arrested and many of us felt relieved. It has been a five-year wait for justice,' said Smith. 'I visited Walton's family at the time of his death and I can recall the heartache in the eyes of his relatives and friends. His death had a profound impact on the entire directorate. 'We believe that the State would not have recharged the suspect haphazardly and we have faith that they have applied their minds when assessing the docket. 'At the time of his death Walton was a father for two sons and the sole breadwinner for his elderly mother." Get your news on the go, click here to join the Cape Argus News WhatsApp channel. Cape Argus
The South African
5 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates strongest XI that can potentially WIN the league
Orlando Pirates are yet to win a league title since 2012 despite coming close several times in the past six years. Last season, they pushed champions Mamelodi Sundowns but ultimately fell off in the final few matches of the season. With 11 new signings, many Bucs faithful feel the team is ready to once again take the fight to Masandawana. With the new signings and a new coach, it might take time for some players to get used to the system. So far, the team has looked somewhat flat in the pre-season and will need to improve before their season opener against Polokwane City. Goalkeeper: Sipho Chaine The 28-year-old keeper has looked solid in goals and is no doubt SA's number two behind Ronwen Williams. Right-back: Deano van Rooyen Van Rooyen has impressed since joining the Buccaneers last season. He is good in attack and defence and if he's injury-free, he might play a vital role in helping his team improve from last season. Centre-back: Nkosinathi Sibisi Sibisi had some great games for the Buccaneers last season. The experienced defender will need to be consistent if Orlando Pirates are to win the league. Centre-back: Mbekezile Mbokazi At 19, Mbokazi is rated one of the best PSL defenders. The KZN-born defender only played less than 15 matches for Pirates but already established himself as a key player in the team. Left-Back: Deon Hotto The Namibian versatile attacker can play different positions, and in the past, he has excelled at left-back. If he can operate on the left hand side of defence, then Abdeslam Ouaddou's team will be balanced at the back with three experienced players. Defensive midfielder: Makhehlene Makhaula The 36-year-old has played the destroyer role perfectly in the middle of the park. He will need to once again be on top of his game to ensure that Orlando Pirates chase that elusive league title. A fit Makhaula is bad news for 15 other teams. Central midfielder: Sipho Mbule Mbule is an upgrade from Thalenthe Mbatha. If the ex-Mamelodi Sundowns star can stay focused, he could drive the team, which lacked a consistent central midfielder. Attacking midfielder: Patrick Maswanganyi Tito has been hot and cold last season but maybe Pirates signing Sinoxolo Kwayiba will force him to pull up his socks. Left winger: Relebohile Mofokeng Mofokeng might stay for another season, and if he stays, good news for the Buccaneers. He normally operates on the left but he can be effective if he combines well with Van Rooyen on the right. Right winger: Oswin Appollis Appollis is no doubt the best signing of the season so far. The 23-year-old will add more to the Pirates attack given his experience with the national team. He can combine well with Tito, Mofokeng and Tshegofatso Mabasa. Striker: Tshegofatso Mabasa Mabasa should be preferred ahead of Evidence Makgopa. He has scored 17 goals in the 2023/24 season and perhaps this could be his redemption arc. If Orlando Pirates are to win the league, they need to have a core of their old players at their best. If the Sea Robbers are to stop Downs' dominance, new players have to deliver, whether from the bench or as starters. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Observer
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Gerard holds off Van Rooyen to win Barracuda title
LOS ANGELES, United States: Ryan Gerard held off South African Erik van Rooyen down the back nine on Sunday to win the Barracuda Championship for his first US PGA Tour title. The 25-year-old American, whose best career finish had been a runner-up effort at this year's Texas Open, eagled twice in the final round for the victory. "It's just like a culmination of a lifetime of work," Gerard said. "I can't tell you how many hours I've spent hitting golf balls dreaming of winning on the PGA Tour. It's really special." Gerard edged Van Rooyen 47-44 under the Modified Stableford scoring system to capture the event at Tahoe Mountain Club in Truckee, California. Under the unique scoring format, an albatross is worth eight points, an eagle five and a birdie two. Pars are no points while a bogey is minus-one point and any worse score is minus-three points. The tournament was played opposite the British Open, where top-ranked Scottie Scheffler won his fourth career major title and second major crown of the year. Gerard, who shared the 54-hole lead on 34 points, added 13 points in the last round with two eagles, four birdies and five bogeys. "I've been playing a lot of really good golf," Gerard said. "I've felt like I haven't been getting the scores out of the shots that I've hit and it has been a long time, a long grind. Yeah, it's pretty cool that I end up on top." Van Rooyen, whose first PGA victory was at the 2021 Barracuda, settled for his second runner-up finish of the year after the CJ Cup Byron Nelson in May. Filipino standout Rico Hoey and Gerard shared the 54-hole lead, but Hoey stumbled back with a double bogey-bogey start. Gerard birdied the second hole and eagled the third, and answered bogeys at the fourth and fifth with a birdie at the seventh to stand on 41 with his nearest rival on the course, Van Rooyen, seven adrift. After both birdied the 10th, Van Rooyen chipped in for birdie at 11. Gerard, however, answered at 11 when, after getting relief from a sprinkler head in his stance that let him move his ball to the fringe, he curled in a long eagle putt to reach 48 points, 10 ahead of Van Rooyen. Gerard made bogeys at 12 and 13 but responded with a birdie at 14 while Van Rooyen made bogey at 14 but eagled the par-five 15th to pull within six. When Gerard made a three-putt bogey at the par-three 16th, his lead was down to 47-42. Van Rooyen sank a birdie from the fringe at the 18 to climb within 47-44, but Gerard tapped in at 18 for par and the victory. — AFP
New Straits Times
21-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Gerard holds off Van Rooyen to win PGA Barracuda title
LOS ANGELE: Ryan Gerard held off South African Erik van Rooyen down the back nine yesterday to win the Barracuda Championship for his first US PGA Tour title. The 25-year-old American, whose best career finish had been a runner-up effort at this year's Texas Open, eagled twice in the final round for the victory. "It's just like a culmination of a lifetime of work," Gerard said. "I can't tell you how many hours I've spent hitting golf balls dreaming of winning on the PGA Tour. It's really special." Gerard edged Van Rooyen 47-44 under the Modified Stableford scoring system to capture the event at Tahoe Mountain Club in Truckee, California. Under the unique scoring format, an albatross is worth eight points, an eagle five and a birdie two. Pars are no points while a bogey is minus-one point and any worse score is minus-three points. The tournament was played opposite the British Open, where top-ranked Scottie Scheffler won his fourth career major title and second major crown of the year. Gerard, who shared the 54-hole lead on 34 points, added 13 points in the last round with two eagles, four birdies and five bogeys. "I've been playing a lot of really good golf," Gerard said. "I've felt like I haven't been getting the scores out of the shots that I've hit and it has been a long time, a long grind. Yeah, it's pretty cool that I end up on top." Van Rooyen, whose first PGA victory was at the 2021 Barracuda, settled for his second runner-up finish of the year after the CJ Cup Byron Nelson in May. Filipino standout Rico Hoey and Gerard shared the 54-hole lead, but Hoey stumbled back with a double bogey-bogey start. Gerard birdied the second hole and eagled the third, and answered bogeys at the fourth and fifth with a birdie at the seventh to stand on 41 with his nearest rival on the course, Van Rooyen, seven adrift. After both birdied the 10th, Van Rooyen chipped in for birdie at 11. Gerard, however, answered at 11 when, after getting relief from a sprinkler head in his stance that let him move his ball to the fringe, he curled in a long eagle putt to reach 48 points, 10 ahead of Van Rooyen. Gerard made bogeys at 12 and 13 but responded with a birdie at 14 while Van Rooyen made bogey at 14 but eagled the par-five 15th to pull within six. When Gerard made a three-putt bogey at the par-three 16th, his lead was down to 47-42. Van Rooyen sank a birdie from the fringe at the 18 to climb within 47-44, but Gerard tapped in at 18 for par and the victory.
The Citizen
03-07-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
More South Africans rent, but arrears and tenant risk rise
A prospective tenant's income remains the most reliable indicator of payment risk, says PayProp. Image: Supplied A prospective tenant's income remains the most reliable indicator of payment risk, says PayProp. Picture: Supplied With high interest rates and rising living costs, more South Africans are being pushed into the rental market – a trend that has worked in favour of landlords, who have seen improved rental returns in 2025. According to the first edition of the 2025 Rode Report, high interest rates remain a key driver of rental demand, discouraging many would-be homebuyers from entering the property market. 'This will continue to push some potential buyers to opt for renting instead,' the report notes. Since September 2024, residential rentals have consistently grown faster than inflation. In the first quarter of 2025, nominal rental growth ranged between 1.2% and 5.4% across South Africa. Three provinces recorded rental increases above the inflation rate, with the Western Cape leading at 5.4%. Read more Here's a list of what your landlord is responsible for in your rented flat However, affordability remains a key constraint that could limit landlords' ability to raise rents further this year, the Rode Report states. ALSO READ: Looking to rent? These are your rights as a tenant Applicant risk rising With household budgets under strain, rental applicants are becoming riskier. 'Increasingly, prospective rental applicants could present a payment risk,' says André van Rooyen, head of sales at rental payment platform PayProp. Data from PayProp's Tenant Assessment Report for the first quarter shows that 26% of prospective tenants fell into the highest risk bracket – up from 25% in the same quarter last year. This means more than a quarter of rental applicants were flagged as high risk. Despite this, the largest group of applicants – 39.6% – was still classified as minimum risk. Around 20% were low risk, and 14.5% were deemed medium risk. Van Rooyen notes that recent data points to a growing polarisation in tenant risk profiles. 'The distribution across the risk spectrum suggests that rental applicants are becoming more concentrated at both ends of the risk scale lately,' he says. 'This means careful tenant selection is more important than ever.' ALSO READ: Average rent in Gauteng tops R9k: How do other provinces measure up? Income still the strongest risk indicator Van Rooyen says a tenant's income remains the most reliable indicator of risk. In the R80 000-and-above income bracket, more than 60% of applicants were classified as minimum risk, with only 12.2% falling into the high-risk category. In contrast, 37% of applicants in the R10 000 to R20 000 income band were rated as high risk, with just 23% classified as minimum risk. 'Affordability is one of the first things any agent will check,' Van Rooyen says, adding that thorough vetting is especially important for lower-priced properties. Younger applicants tend to be riskier tenants, according to PayProp's data. In the 20 to 29 age group, fewer than 30% of applicants were classified as minimum risk – likely due to shorter rental histories and limited credit records. By contrast, 61.3% of applicants over the age of 60 were considered minimum risk. 'Tenant risk declined sharply for all age groups over 50,' Van Rooyen notes, attributing this to more stable finances and well-established credit profiles. ALSO READ: Joburg elites spend more than R90k on monthly rent Defaults increasing Alongside higher applicant risk, rental defaults are also on the rise. According to PayProp's data, 18.3% of tenants are in arrears, owing on average 77.5% of a month's rent. Ross Fitzcharles, founder and CEO of property technology firm Preferential, warns that this financial strain poses a serious challenge for landlords. 'The rising financial strain tenants experience could mean that landlords face a real and growing risk of rent defaults, which can lead to prolonged vacancies and the costly process of legal eviction.' While legislation protects tenants against unlawful eviction, Fitzcharles says the same laws can make it difficult for landlords to remove non-paying tenants. Despite these risks, only 60% of landlords screen tenants before signing leases. 'Screening is critical to help identify reliable tenants who are more likely to meet their financial obligations,' Fitzcharles stresses. This article was republished from Moneyweb. Read the original here.
