Latest News in South Africa – Monday, 22 August 2022

  • A police officer is expected to appear in the East London Magistrate’s court on Monday for raping a 17-year-old girl at the police station. 
  • Orlando Pirates dominate Supersport United but fail to score.
  • Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez hold a second wedding in Georgia.

Cop arrested for allegedly raping teenager at police station – News24

News24 reports a police officer in Eastern Cape is accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl during an investigation concerning an assault report she filed against her boyfriend.

“According to the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID), the police officer, 45, from Kei Mouth police station in East London, was arrested on Friday after he allegedly raped the victim on 6 August.” Read more here

Pirates spurn chances and SuperSport miss out on a smash and grab – TimesLIVE

According to TimesLIVE, Orlando Pirates controlled SuperSport United for the duration of Sunday night’s 0-0 DStv Premiership match but were unable to capitalise on their opportunities.

“Matsatsantsa, still seeking a win under Gavin Hunt four games into the 2022-23 season, spurned two excellent opportunities to snatch a smash and grab at the end at Lucas Moripe Stadium.” Read more here

Inside Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s Lavish Wedding Celebration in Georgia – E! News

On Saturday, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez remarried in a magnificent ceremony in Georgia, attended by their family and friends. E! news reports that Affleck and Lopez, as well as their guests and wedding party, wore white.

An eyewitness for E! News described the ceremony as “romantic and classic” and confirmed that J.Lo was overjoyed, and there were many tears of happiness and joy. Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day. 

Headline: Inside the KZN construction mafia, which has rebranded itself as a legit business lobby – News24 (for subscribers)

Headline: My Name Is Reeva: ‘New series gives Reeva and other nameless victims a voice’ – EWN

Headline: Comrades makes timely return to heal wounds and provide huge R500m+ economic injection – News24 (for subscribers)

Headline: Scare for Orlando Pirates as they waste chance to go top – African Insider

Headline: Drake Crowned The Most Shazamed Artist Of All Time – Huffington Post

Weather: Fine and cool Monday across SA – News24

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