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Profiler: True Crime Africa

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Forensic Psychology
South African Police Service
The Quarry Killer
South Africa
Anisha Van Niekerk
Centurion, Pretoria
Serial Murder Investigation
Richard Jabu Lani Nyawuzza
True Crime
Gerard Williamson
Rosebank Police Station
Serial Killers
Gerhard Ackerman
Sifiso Mkhwanazi
Susan Rohde
Serial Killer
Elifasi Msomi
Jason Rohde
Vredendal
Crime Scene Investigation

Profiler Africa is your front-row seat to the darkest corners of South African crime. Hosted by journalist Paul Llewellyn and forensic psychologist Gerard Labuschagne—former Head of Forensic Investigation at SAPS—this gripping podcast explores the psychology of serial killers, violent criminals, and the justice system that pursues them. 🔎 Exclusive interviews, real crime scene analysis, and untol... more

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Latest Episodes

In 2022, a 13-year-old boy was murdered in Klawer after stealing fruit from a garden.

The man responsible, Daniel Hugo Smit, chased the child in his vehicle, abducted him, and killed him. Claims of occult influence and diminished responsibility were... more

Durban, March 2011.

Four men murdered in eight days — two decapitated. All strangers. All ambushed and hacked to death with an axe.

The killer: Joseph Phindile Ntshongwana, former Blue Bulls flanker whose life collapsed into delusion, paranoia, and ... more

This week, we break down the case of Annerize LeoniceSmith, who poisoned her partner Russell Kriel, a respected teacherand rugby mentor, and hid his death for 46 days.

We explore the domestic violence that led up to the killing, the psychology ofpois... more

For over a decade, Gerhard Ackerman operated in plain sight — grooming, abusing, and trafficking young boys under the guise of mentorship and massage therapy.In this unflinching episode of Profiler Africa, Prof Gerard Labuschagne and Paul Llewellyn d... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Candice Hansmeyer
Currently a fourth year resident in the Department of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario.
McMaster University
Episode: Inside Forensic Pathology with Dr Candice Hansmeyer | Life, Death & the Truth Behind the Table
Vincent Swardt
Crisis response consultant and expert in kidnap for ransom negotiations
Unity Advisory Group and Saraban Solutions
Episode: Kidnap for Ransom in Africa: Inside the World of Real Hostage Negotiators | Profiler Africa
Kirsten Clark
Colonel Retired, former SAPS investigative psychologist, and criminal behavior specialist
South African Police Service (SAPS)
Episode: The Masoyi Serial Killer: Buried on His Own Property | Profiler Africa
Dr. Nathan Brooks
Forensic psychologist and author of 'Mass Casualty, The Rise of Lone Actors'
Episode: Inside the Mind of the Lone Actor: with New Zealand's Top Profiler
Quinton Taylor
Survivor of the Sizzlers massacre
Episode: Mother City Massacre: The Sizzlers Story. An Interview with survivor Quinton Taylor
Nicole Engelbrecht
Creator and host of True Crime South Africa podcast
True Crime South Africa
Episode: SA's Queen of True Crime: Nicole Engelbrecht & Gerard Labuschagne on Justice and Parole
Dr. Peter Collins
An operational forensic psychiatrist with extensive experience in law enforcement.
Episode: Insights of an Operational Forensic Psychiatrist with Dr Peter Collins
Dr. Ernst Strydom
Expert in hostage negotiation, former leader in SAPS
South African Police Service
Episode: The Hostage Whisperer: Inside SAPS' Elite Negotiation Unit with Dr Ernst Strydom
Tollie Vreugdenburg
Retired Colonel and former head of SAPS counterterrorism unit
SAPS
Episode: A Fine White Treason | Inside the Boeremag’s deadly plot to overthrow South Africa

Hosts

Paul Llewellyn
Host and journalist with a strong focus on investigative storytelling, especially regarding criminal psychology and justice in South Africa.
Gerard Labuschagne
Forensic psychologist and former Head of Forensic Investigation at SAPS, contributing expert insights on criminal behavior and profiling.
Hosts combined

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 353 ratings
  • Gail Krige

    So glad to have stumbled upon your podcast. Not enough hours in the day to catch up on all the previous episodes. Thank you for 'dumbing' the info down for us. Love your guests! Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KrigeG
    South Africa10 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    I love the conversational style of this podcast while relaying the story. Impeccable!👌🏽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ex Ster Kinekor
    South Africa2 years ago
  • EP 32 - 33 - 34 - 35 Excellent!

    I love and have just binge watched all the above episodes! Thank you for coming back - don’t go away for so long again. Really missed your podcast! Well done for your sterling works! Looking forward to many more! Proudly 🇿🇦🎉

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pippasqeakie
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Best podcast

    Wow ive always struggled with the voices on podcasts- but wow this is amazing only complaint is that we NEED more 🤣 Love your books Dr Gerard - profilers diaries 1+2 all the way from Tanzania

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Funkyshar
    South Africa3 years ago
  • Episode 29! Outstanding!

    I loved this podcast - thank you! I’m so happy with Oom Colonel Tollie.

    Please yes get him back soonest! Continue with more stories about ‘Die Boeremag’ and more stories from his career!

    Well done for your sterling works! Looking forward to many more! Proudly 🇿🇦🎉

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pippasqeakie
    South Africa3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the informal and relatable conversation style, likening it to discussing crime over coffee with knowledgeable friends.
High-quality storytelling with a gripping narrative style and informative content that captivates true crime enthusiasts.
Engaging and educational, offering both personal anecdotes and professional insights that enhance understanding of criminal profiles and investigative processes.
Unique perspective on South African serial killers and crime cases, providing insights from professionals in law enforcement and psychology.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#141
South Africa/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#23
South Africa/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#185
Brazil/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#208
Hong Kong/True Crime

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PREDATOR | Inside South Africa’s Most Disturbing Child-Exploitation Case
Q: What are some of the things that you've learned in your time in Canada so far?
Gerard shared how it is a relief to be in a place where things work and safety is more assured compared to South Africa.
The Masoyi Serial Killer: Buried on His Own Property | Profiler Africa
Q: Did he keep any trophies?
The cell phone was one trophy, but he generally put the victims' clothes in the grave with them and didn't seem to keep trophies in the classic sense.
The Masoyi Serial Killer: Buried on His Own Property | Profiler Africa
Q: What was the commonality of the victims? Were they known to him?
He had had sex with all of the women and was charged with rape in the trials themselves. This connection was a significant aspect of the case.
The Masoyi Serial Killer: Buried on His Own Property | Profiler Africa
Q: How did you come to be involved in this case?
I got involved when Colonel Yanni De Lange phone asked me to come up and interview Julius at the Null Spray Correctional Center.
Inside Forensic Pathology with Dr Candice Hansmeyer | Life, Death & the Truth Behind the Table
Q: What are the major differences in the forensic systems between Canada and South Africa?
The training is much more integrated with coroners in Canada and involves more resources, while South Africa focuses strictly on unnatural death with limited resources.

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This podcast offers an in-depth examination of some of the darkest and most harrowing criminal cases in South Africa, uncovering the intricacies of criminal psychology and the justice system. The hosts navigate the chilling details of real murder cases, often featuring exclusive interviews with experts and survivors. Notably, the insights of a forensic psychologist provide listeners with a nuanced understanding of the criminal mind, making it a unique resource not just for true crime enthusiasts but also for those interested in the factors shaping criminal behavior and investigative procedures. The engaging format, coupled with personal anecdotes and professional insights, sets it apart in a crowded genre, appealing to a diverse audience in... more

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1. Dr. Candice Hansmeyer
2. Vincent Swardt
3. Kirsten Clark
4. Dr. Nathan Brooks
5. Quinton Taylor
6. Nicole Engelbrecht
7. Dr. Peter Collins
8. Dr. Ernst Strydom

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