South Africa's criminal justice in crisis: 19 critical cases that defined 2025

2025 marked a pivotal year in South Africa's fight against corruption and organized crime. From major State Capture prosecutions to shocking revelations of police-criminal collusion, this comprehensive timeline reveals how the nation's criminal justice system faced unprecedented challenges. Follow the Sunday Tribune's month-by-month breakdown of the 18 most significant legal developments that shaped South Africa's pursuit of justice.