US EditionJustice Cluster calls for responsible social media use amid #JusticeforCwecwe controversy
- The Eastern Cape Department of Education has reinstated the operating license of Bergview College after initially revoking it, according to Education MEC Fundile Gade.
- The South African Police Service is progressing in its investigation, with Brigadier Athlenda Mathe confirming that investigations are ongoing and that crucial medical evidence is being reviewed.
- Protests demanding accountability for the alleged rape of a child involved thousands of participants, with significant public outcry on social media under the hashtag #JusticeforCwecwe.
- The Justice Cluster emphasized responsible social media use regarding the case, stating that reckless online behavior can lead to legal action as per the Cybercrimes Act.
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Mbalula slams AfriForum for 'shielding' principal in Cwecwe case
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has lashed out against AfriForum after the lobby group decided to represent an Eastern Cape principal. The principal is allegedly one of the suspects in the horrific rape of a seven year old pupil in October which remains unresolved. Mbalula slams AfriForum Addressing the media on Tuesday, Mbalula accused AfriForum of ‘shielding’ suspects instead of protecting the victim. “We are outraged and deeply saddened …
Government warns against 'reckless' use of social media in the #justiceforCwecwe matter
The justice, crime prevention and security ministerial cluster has warned against “irresponsible and reckless” use of social media in the sensitive case of a seven-year-old pupil who was allegedly raped in the Eastern Cape.
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