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Thousands unite in prayer at the site of Thorisho Themane's murder

Earlier this week, 2 300 school children showed up at the site where Thorisho Themane, 28, was allegedly murdered, for a mass prayer. The prayer meeting was held by several pastors and a police chaplain warrant officer.

Brazen robbery at petrol station caught on video, Mzansi left fuming

On Wednesday, a video was posted on social media which showed a group of thugs robbing a petrol station. The footage angered South Africans, who called for action to be taken.

Update: Cops charge nude protester, Gugu Ncube, with public indecency

Gugu Ncube, the woman who was arrested on Wednesday after she staged a nude protest at the Union Buildings, has reportedly been charged with public indecency. Unisa has denied that she is a former employee.

Impending police strike called off for meeting with Bheki Cele

The South African police union had called for a strike today. However, it has been called off pending a meeting with Police Commissioner Bheki Cele

Stab victim's mother cries for her son: "My 1 and only child"

The mother of Kulani Mathebula, a Grade 11 learner who was stabbed to death, cried out over her only child. Methebula was on his way to school when he was killed.

Video shows pupil assaulted at school, Lesufi dubs it attempted murder

Panyaza Lesufi addressed the Crystal Park High School on Monday, where he called the assault on a female pupil 'attempted murder'. His visit followed a viral video of the assault doing the rounds on social media.

Mzansi slams SAPS officers for turning blind eye to looting of truck

A truck was looted by a group of residents and the incident caught on camera. Social media users noted how SAPS officers were passing by nonchalantly without taking action. Angry South Africans lashed out at the cops.

Update: Cops arrest SAA pilot who flew with a fake licence

The former South African Airways (SAA) pilot, who was fired for flying with a fake licence for 20 years, has been taken into custody. He has since been released on R5,000 bail.

Thug caught on video stealing a bakkie, Mzansi left speechless

Another brazen theft in broad daylight was caught on video and it left South Africans speechless. The video shows a thug breaking into a bakkie using a new and interesting technique.

When victims fight back: Videos show South Africans taking on thugs

A video compilation was shared on social media which showed what happens when victims fight back against hijackers. Briefly decided to take a look at some of the reactions the video gathered.

Why have majority of criminal cases against the EFF gone cold?

The Economic Freedom Fighters are no strangers to controversy. However, it now appears as if the majority of the criminal cases against the party have gone cold.

South Africans react to cops gunning down violent young man

On Friday, Briefly.co.za reported on a video which showed cops shooting a former learner after he threw bricks at them. We decided to take a look at the reactions our readers had to the news.

Video shows panga-wielding taxi driver: "This country must be closed"

A video has been shared on social media which showed a taxi driver waving a panga around as he tries to cut in front of another motorist. However, the man was not having it and they ended up fighting.

Video shows cops shooting young man during chaotic school attack

A video has gone viral which shows a SAPS officer gunning down a violent former learner, who threw bricks at them during a chaotic school attack.

Mahikeng boys who disappeared this week found dead in swimming pool

Police have confirmed that the bodies of two Mahikeng boys who had gone missing were discovered in a swimming pool. The boys, who were 10 years old, went missing on Tuesday while playing at a park. They were allegedly lured away.

Traffic cops get warnings only after 'speeding bribe' video probe

The four traffic cops who were caught in the act trying to solicit a bribe from a motorist have been reinstated. South Africans were outraged as a video of the incident went viral. The men were suspended but are now back on duty.

Abuse not limited to women: Videos show ladies beating men up

South Africans have taken to social media to share videos that proved men suffer abuse too. "What do we say about women beating and insulting men?" social media users asked.

Journalist Karima Brown lays charges against EFF with police and IEC

Karima Brown has laid complaints against the EFF with both the police and the IEC. The journalist received threatening messages from supporters after Malema posted her number online.

Catching a lift: Video shows man in wheelchair grabbing onto a truck

Just when you think you've seen it all, a video goes viral which shows a man in a wheelchair grabbing onto a moving truck on a highway. The footage sparked quite the reaction and Briefly took a look at some of the comments.

It's an act! Video of cop assaulting female colleague dubbed fake

A video has gone viral which allegedly showed a male cop assaulting his female co-worker while their fellow officers looked on. However, it has since been revealed the entire incident was an act.

Another video allegedly shows traffic officer accepting a bribe

Another video has made its way onto social media, which allegedly shows a traffic officer accepting a bribe; however, the origin of the footage is in dispute.