Welcome to Episode 53 of the official Murder & Mayhem: South African True Crime podcast.

Welcome back to Murder and Mayhem hosted by Bella Monsoon. Here's a little look into today's episode:

In 2010, Leano Vergotine was convicted of a heinous crime. He served roughly twelve years of a fifteen-year sentence. He was released on parole. And within six months of walking free, he began targeting more victims once again.

In June 2026, Acting Judge Amanda van Leeve looked at Leano Vergotine and said: "You are a modern-day monster."

This episode isn't only about the heinous crimes he committed but It's about the gap - the six months he was free, the system that released him, the court's own finding that he was never adequately monitored, and the teenager whose courage is the only reason those other two children were ever found.

I'm Bella Monsoon, a registered mental health professional and South Africa's first trauma-informed true crime creator.

Content warning: this episode covers child sexual abuse and child sexual exploitation material. It is trauma-informed, victim-centred, and does not include gratuitous detail. Viewer discretion is advised.

For images, sources, and real footage related to this case, please visit my YouTube channel, Bella Monsoon, where this story has been covered in full video format.

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Welcome to Episode 53 of the official Murder & Mayhem: South African True Crime podcast.

About this episode:

The headlines have been everywhere, but what exactly is the Madlanga Commission, why was it established and why has it captured the attention of South Africans?

In this episode, I unpack the events that led to the commission, explain who the key players are, and explore the allegations, testimony, and evidence presented during the hearings so far. I also separate confirmed facts from allegations to help you better understand what has happened, what is currently being investigated, and why it matters.

If you've been struggling to keep up with the news or you're hearing about the commission for the first time, this episode will give you the context you need to understand one of South Africa's most significant public inquiries.

Please note that this episode is based on publicly available information, evidence presented before the commission, and reputable media reporting. Unless otherwise stated, allegations discussed remain allegations and should not be interpreted as findings of guilt.

In this episode, we cover: • What the Madlanga Commission is • Why it was established • The events that led to the inquiry • The key individuals involved • The evidence and testimony presented so far • Why these hearings are so significant for South Africa • What comes next

If you found this episode helpful, please consider following the podcast and sharing it with someone who wants to better understand the Madlanga Commission.

For images, sources, and real footage related to this case, please visit my YouTube channel, Bella Monsoon, where this story has been covered in full video format.

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Mental Health Resources:

If any part of this episode feels triggering, please know that support is available and reaching out is a strength.

A full list of international mental health resources can be found at BellaMonsoon.com. If you are in South Africa, you can contact SADAG on 0800 12 13 14.

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Welcome to Episode 52 of the official Murder & Mayhem: South African True Crime podcast.

About this episode:

She told every mother who asked: "With over 2,000 babies delivered ... not one baby has ever been hurt." She was lying.

And she had been lying for a very long time.

This is the full story of Yolande Maritz Fouchee - owner of You and Me Midwife-led Maternity Care in Pretoria East, and the subject of a six-year investigation by Carte Blanche that exposed one of the most sustained patterns of medical harm ever documented in South African private midwifery.

The harm didn't begin in 2019 though. And this is the full story of what is now known about the disturbing and extensive horrific actions of Yolandi Fouchee.

For images, sources, and real footage related to this case, please visit my YouTube channel, Bella Monsoon, where this story has been covered in full video format.

SHOP the South African Truly Criminal Colouring Book: https://shop.bellamonsoon.com/collections/books

Mental Health Resources:

If any part of this episode feels triggering, please know that support is available and reaching out is a strength.

A full list of international mental health resources can be found at BellaMonsoon.com. If you are in South Africa, you can contact SADAG on 0800 12 13 14.

Support the show: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/BellaMonsoon PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bellamonsoon

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