July 18
South Africa: Modern Technology to Help Fight Crime
A heightened focus on the use of modern technology to help with crime prevention efforts will continue to be a key priority of the seventh administration. Read more »
July 15
South Africa: Mchunu Sets Sights On Stronger, Trusted Police Force
South Africa's new Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu, has outlined a bold agenda aimed at improving the country's law enforcement agencies. Read more »
July 10
South Africa: Dept of Infrastructure Investigates R300 Million Theft
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) Minister Dean Macpherson has decided to take the public into his confidence in the interests of transparency to reveal a… Read more »
July 08
South Africa: Seven Arrested for Being in Possession of Unlawful Firearms
Seven men, aged between 27 and 75, have been arrested for the unlawful possession of firearms in the Ekombe area, which falls under the Muden policing precinct. Read more »
South Africa: Arms Cache, Drugs Discovered in Goodwood Apartment
A suspect who was arrested at the weekend during a routine stop and search procedure by members of the police's Flying Squad will make his first court appearance in Athlone in the… Read more »
July 04
South Africa: Teen in Hot Water Over Viral Video of Assault On Grandma
A 19-year-old has been taken into custody for attacking his grandmother - the incident of which was recorded and went viral on social media. Read more »
June 24
South Africa: Agency Welcomes Efforts to Fight Cross-Border Crimes
The Cross-Border Road Transport Agency (C-BRTA) has welcomed the recent 53-year conviction of cross-border vehicle hijacker and smuggler, Sipho Mhlanga. Read more »
June 18
South Africa: Motsoaledi Welcomes 18-Year Sentence of Pakistani National Linked to Passport-Related Crimes
The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, has welcomed the sentencing of a Pakistani national, Arfan Ahmed, who was convicted of corruption and bribing Home Affairs… Read more »
June 14
South Africa: 30-Year Prison Sentence for Tampering With Essential Infrastructure
Tinos Ndebele has been sentenced to 30 years of direct imprisonment after being convicted on charges of tampering with essential infrastructure as well as theft from essential… Read more »
South Africa: Chikunga Welcomes Sentence Imposed On Driver in Fatal Crash
Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga has welcomed the 10-year imprisonment sentence imposed on the driver who caused the collision that claimed the lives of her son,… Read more »
June 12
Africa: South Africa's Constitution Charts Our Way
South Africa recently concluded its seventh democratic general elections, ushering in a new chapter in our democracy, as there was no outright majority winner. While this may in… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Signs Three Bills Into Law
President Cyril Ramaphosa has in terms of Section 79(1) of the Constitution assented to and signed into law the National Land Transport Amendment Bill, the Economic Regulation of… Read more »
June 11
South Africa: Operation Shanela Nets 1,287 Suspects
Operation Shanela has resulted in the arrest of over 1 200 people in the North West. Read more »
June 06
South Africa: Special Investigating Unit Notes High Court Order On Mabuyane Case
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says it is mulling its legal options after the Eastern Cape High Court in Bhisho struck the academic fraud case against Eastern Cape Premier… Read more »
June 05
South Africa: More Police Officers Deployed in KZN
National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola has deployed additional Public Order Policing (POP) members to KwaZulu-Natal in support of the National Joint Operational and… Read more »
South Africa: Border Management Authority Warns It Will Not Tolerate Illegal Immigrants
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, has issued a stern warning to travellers, who are in contravention of the Immigration Act of South… Read more »
South Africa: Lamola Condemns Murder of Children Burnt to Death in Soshanguve
Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald Lamola has condemned the brutal killing of two children in Soshanguve, Gauteng. Read more »
June 04
South Africa: Operation Shanela Nets 537 Suspects in the Eastern Cape
Over 500 suspects were netted in Operation Shanela operations in the Eastern Cape last week. Read more »
June 02
South Africa: Ninety Arrested Over the Course of 2024 Elections
Ninety people were arrested over the three days of elections earlier this week, National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola said on Sunday. Read more »
May 27
South Africa: Public Warned Against Sharing Videos Inciting Violence
Eastern Cape Transport and Community Safety MEC Xolile Nqatha has warned the public that the State will deal decisively with any fear mongers responsible for voice notes and videos… Read more »
May 21
South Africa: Two More Suspects Arrested in Connection With Ditebogo Phalane's Murder
The Hawks' Pretoria-based team, together with the Arcadia Crime Prevention Unit and Tshwane District Crime Intelligence, have arrested two more suspects in connection with the… Read more »
May 15
South Africa: Govt Supports Caster Semenya in Legal Battle
The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) has expressed that it stands in solidarity, with unwavering commitment, to seek justice for Caster Mokgadi Semenya as she is back… Read more »
South Africa: SIU Welcomes Court Appearances of Alleged TERS Fraudsters
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed the arrests by the Hawks and subsequent start of the prosecution of four people linked to the alleged defrauding of the Temporary… Read more »
May 09
South Africa: Divorce Amendment Bill Recognising Muslim Marriages Signed into Law
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Divorce Amendment Bill, which amends the Divorce Act of 1979 to recognise Muslim marriages and safeguard the interests of Muslim… Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Approves Bill Criminalising Hate Crimes, Hate Speech
President Cyril Ramaphosa has given his approval to the Preventing and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill, which criminalises hate crimes and hate speech. Read more »