When Julia Engelhorn divorced her husband Mario, she had no idea that a spark of fury had been ignited within him which would soon lead to an explosion of pain and grief for her entire family. Spanish dentist Mario-César Deus Yela of Barcelona in Spain, came to South Africa in 2017 to visit his children Read more
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Table Mountain is an iconic destination for South Africans and tourists alike. The national park that stretches beyond its slopes form the perfect playground for hikers, trail runners, and cyclists. In October 2017, though, the peaceful mountain park became a hunting ground and both predator and prey were human. Blessing Bveni became known as the
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True Crime South Africa Specials focus in on one specific true crime topic taking listeners on a deep dive. This special focuses on Human Trafficking (Part 1) – What is it? Who and where are the victims? Who are the perpetrators? Content hosted by iono.fm True Crime South Africa Specials focus in on one specific
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In 1997, a shocking intimate partner murder shook the country. The victim, Sonja Schwarz, had feared for her life and then been killed with an axe in her own home. The offender was known, but it would be the outcome of the case that, even today, is questionable. Content hosted by iono.fm SHOWNOTES: Host: Nicole
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In November 1992, the Taljaard family were settling down for the night in their home in Vereeniging, but not everyone on the property was getting ready for bed. Two figures stood in the shadows, waiting for their chance, and they were about to permanently alter the course of countless lives. Content hosted by iono.fm SHOWNOTES:
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