The story investigates inmates who are incarcerated in different prisons in KZN for wrongly identified or and ulterior motives . The Beauty Beyond the Orange Uniform Foundation has intervened to gather compelling evidence to prove their innocence. One of the convicts has already been vindicated.
In South Africa, thousands of children face sexual abuse and teenage pregnancy each year, often at the hands of adults they trust. Yet, many cases go unreported, leaving victims without justice and communities grappling with silence, stigma, and fear. STOP RAPING investigates this hidden crisis, exposing the devastating human toll and systemic failures that allow abuse to continue. Central to the documentary is the case of a 12-year-old girl from Laudium, a quiet suburb in Pretoria, who became a victim of alleged statutory rape. Through her story, the film highlights the gaps in reporting, protection, and accountability, revealing the urgent need for societal and institutional change. The documentary also follows the experiences of a pregnant teenager and her mother, offering a deeply personal perspective on the emotional, social, and psychological challenges that come with teenage pregnancy. Their journey illustrates the pressures faced by young women and the critical role of family support in navigating these circumstances. To contextualize these personal stories, STOP RAPING features insights from leading experts and organizations working to protect children and prevent abuse. Interviews with representatives from the Teddy Bear Foundation, the Department of Health, and the Department of Basic Education provide authoritative perspectives on prevention strategies, the importance of sex education, and the mechanisms available to support victims and hold perpetrators accountable. Through these voices, the documentary explores the importance of peer-led education, community engagement, and open conversations about consent, contraception, and healthy relationships. It challenges societal norms, demands accountability, and calls on communities to break the silence around child sexual abuse and teenage pregnancy. STOP RAPING is both a stark exposé and a call to action—urging viewers to recognize the scale of the crisis, confront uncomfortable truths, and work toward a safer future for South Africa’s children. For more news, visit sabcnews.com and #SABCNews on all Social Media platforms.
It’s been five years since Dan Tloome was established as a government “mega housing project” designed for integrated living. But for the families relocated here from across Johannesburg, the promise of a better life remains unfulfilled. With no schools, No clinic, and no police station, Dan Tloome isn’t a community yet- it’s just a collection of houses in the middle of nowhere. For these residents’ integration feels more like isolation.
The storry looks into the dangers of taverns operating in school's proximity in some of the communities in the Eastern Cape- something that lures minors to allegedly abuse alcohol. The story emanates from a recent incident where minors were seen consuming alcohol infront of their parents. The question is, are authorities doing enough to curb the scourge of alcohol abuse?
A night out that turned deadly. A young life lost to the shadows of trust and manipulation. Cutting Edge uncovers the tragic story of Vuyelwa Kubheka, a teacher brutally killed after meeting a stranger at a Soweto pub. Her story exposes the dark reality of gender-based violence in SA.
Rebuilding After the Floods ,Mpumalanga & Limpopo In the wake of devastating floods in Mpumalanga and Limpopo, families who lost homes, belongings and livelihoods are trying to rebuild from the ground up, often with little more than donated food parcels and temporary shelter. This story follows flood-affected communities as they navigate damaged roads and bridges, unsafe water sources, and the slow process of restoring schools, clinics and basic services. At the centre are ordinary residents who say recovery is not just about fixing infrastructure but restoring dignity and stability, especially for children, the elderly and those living in rural villages cut off from help. As government and aid organisations roll out relief and repair plans, questions remain around how quickly assistance reaches the most vulnerable, what “rebuilding” really looks like months later, and whether these provinces are becoming more prepared for extreme weather events that keep returning For more news, visit sabcnews.com and #SABCNews on all Social Media platforms.
Baleni: Salt of the Earth follows the women of Baleni in Limpopo who have harvested salt by hand for generations. It looks at their traditional methods, the spiritual value of the land, and the challenges threatening the future of this sacred practice as support declines and younger people lose interest.
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