Death: Latest Obituaries, Trials and Coverage

Death stories demand clear facts and careful words. On this tag page you’ll find the latest obituaries, updates on murder trials, and investigations that affect families and communities. We aim to report fast but responsibly — no rumours, only verified updates and context that helps you understand what happened and why it matters.

Want a quick example of what we cover? We publish tributes and background on notable passings, like the recent obituary of Marianne Faithfull. We also follow long-running legal stories tied to deaths, such as the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial and the threats facing lawyers involved in high-profile cases. Those pieces mix court updates, witness notes, and the wider public reaction so you get the full picture.

What this tag includes

Here’s what you’ll see under the "death" tag: straight obituaries and tributes, timelines of events for suspicious or unclear deaths, courtroom reports for murder and manslaughter cases, official statements from police and families, and follow-ups when investigations produce new evidence. We also flag stories with graphic content and provide content warnings so you’re not surprised.

We cover both local and international cases that touch African readers. That means sports figures, public officials, artists, and everyday people where a death leads to wider questions about safety, justice, or public policy. Every article links to related pieces so you can track a story from the first report through hearings and outcomes.

How we handle sensitive reporting

Reporting on death is different from other news. We verify official sources, court records, and direct family statements before publishing. If a case involves ongoing investigations, we label it clearly and update the story as new facts come in. If names or images could harm a family or an ongoing probe, we act cautiously and sometimes withhold certain details.

Need to follow a case? Use the tag’s archive, subscribe to alerts, or bookmark updates. If you have verified information or a tip, send it to our newsroom with any evidence you can share — we’ll treat it confidentially. If you’re reading a report that affects you personally, look for helplines and resources we link in the story for support and legal guidance.

This tag is meant to be a reliable place for tough news. We won’t sensationalise loss. Expect clear timelines, plain explanations of legal terms, and sidebars that explain what the next steps are in an investigation or trial. If an article includes opinions or analysis, it will be clearly marked so you can separate fact from commentary.

Questions or suggestions on how we cover these stories? Reach out to our editors — we welcome feedback that helps us report more fairly and accurately.