South African Crime Files
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Covers criminal cases from South Africa with context on the country's complex crime landscape."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
Pros & cons
- +Episodic format — great for both casual listeners and committed fans, start anywhere
- −Only available on Apple Podcasts — not accessible on all podcast apps
About this podcast
Covers criminal cases from South Africa with context on the country's complex crime landscape.
Best episode to start with
Browse for a case that interests you
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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What is South African Crime Files about?
Covers criminal cases from South Africa with context on the country's complex crime landscape.
Is South African Crime Files worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if South African true crime interests you". It scores 6/10 on binge factor. Covers criminal cases from South Africa with context on the country's complex crime landscape.
Who is South African Crime Files for?
South African Crime Files is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode.
What is the best episode of South African Crime Files to start with?
We recommend starting with Browse for a case that interests you. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to South African Crime Files?
South African Crime Files is available on Apple Podcasts. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to South African Crime Files?
If you enjoy South African Crime Files, you might also like: A Crime Most Queer, True Crime South Africa, Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast, Crime Next Door: The Beast of Birkenhead. See our full "Podcasts Like South African Crime Files" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Journalistic; measured
- Episode length
- 45-65 min
- Episodes
- Ongoing
- Binge factor
- 6/10
- Country
- South Africa
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