August 18, 2023
South Africa: Operation Shanela Helps to Drive Crime Down
The police's intensive campaign, Operation Shanela, continues to make a positive contribution to the decline of crime in the country, the latest crime stats have revealed. Read more »
South Africa: SA Records a Decrease in Murder Rate
Police Minister Bheki Cele says while there are still unacceptably high crime levels, violent crime levels are starting to show a decrease. Read more »
August 25, 2023
South Africa: Case Against Enyobeni Tavern Owners to Resume in October
The case against owners of the infamous Enyobeni Tavern is expected to continue at the East London Regional Court in October for the beginning of the defence. Read more »
August 16, 2023
South Africa: Call for Swift Investigation Into Pregnant Woman's Murder
KwaZulu-Natal Social Development MEC, Nonhlanhla Khoza, has called on law enforcement agencies to conduct a thorough and swift investigation after the brutal murder of a pregnant… Read more »
South Africa: Three Suspects Arrested for Illegal Mining in Limpopo
Police in Driekop, in the Sekhukhune District -- in collaboration with Mecklenburg, Burgersfort, Tubatse SAPS, as well as Public Order Policing (POPS) in Limpopo -- have… Read more »
South Africa: R400m Tender Fraud Trial to Begin in May Next Year
Four people are expected to have their day in court in May next year in a case related to tender fraud amounting to some R400 million. Read more »
South Africa: Illegal Guns Removed From Gauteng Streets
Efforts against the proliferation of illegal and unlicensed firearms, are paying off with Gauteng police having recovered over 400 firearms and other ammunition in the past two… Read more »
August 15, 2023
South Africa: Former First Lady's Murderer Granted Parole
The murderer of former First Lady Marike de Klerk has been granted parole by the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) and will be released from prison at the end of August. Read more »
South Africa: SIU Files Leave to Appeal in Telkom Case
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is expected to file an application for leave to appeal a High Court judgement which deemed its authorisation to investigate the affairs of… Read more »
August 14, 2023
South Africa: KZN Police Launch Manhunt for Four Mass Shooting Suspects
Police in Kwazulu-Natal have launched a massive manhunt for at least four armed men who are suspected to be behind a mass shooting which left six people dead and one critically… Read more »
South Africa: 'Tangible Progress' in Implementation of State Capture Commission Recommendations
President Cyril Ramaphosa says "significant progress" has been made to implement government's plan in relation to the recommendations set out by the State Capture Commission. Read more »
August 10, 2023
South Africa: Government to Close Open Shafts, Mine Holes
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has committed to closing all derelict open shafts and mine holes in Riverlea by the end of September 2023, while finalising… Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Has Zero Tolerance for Violation of Traffic Laws
Cabinet has directed the Minister of Transport, Sindisiwe Chikunga, to ensure that any taxi operating in contradiction with the laws of the Republic is removed from the road. Read more »
August 09, 2023
South Africa: Government Pilots Online Platform for Protection Orders
Government is piloting a system in a number of provinces that will enable victims of domestic violence to apply for protection orders online. Read more »
August 08, 2023
Africa: South Africa Records 207 Child Marriages in 2021 - Stats SA
South Africa recorded 207 child marriages in 2021, with 188 kids taken as brides. Read more »
South Africa: Chiloane Saddened By Two Learner Suicides
Gauteng Education MEC, Matome Chiloane, has expressed sadness over two reported learner suicides in the province. Read more »
South Africa: Chikunga Warns Perpetrators Behind Cape Town Violence
Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga says that those who perpetuate criminality in the City of Cape Town must face the full might of the law. Read more »
South Africa: Over 53,000 Appeals Approved for 2023 Academic Year
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) says a total of 53 206 student appeals have been approved for the 2023 academic year, pending registration at a public university… Read more »
South Africa: Inmate Dies Following Fire At Correctional Centre
At least one person has died following a fire at the Kutama Sinthumule Correctional Centre in Limpopo on Monday. Read more »
South Africa: Winde Calls for Immediate End to Taxi Strike
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde says the safety of residents and road users is of paramount importance as the minibus taxi strike continues to wreak havoc in the province. Read more »
August 07, 2023
South Africa: SAPS Embarks On a Recruitment Drive
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has embarked on its 2024/2025 recruitment process in which an additional 10 000 youth between the ages of 18 and 35 will be trained to serve… Read more »
South Africa: Riverlea Residents Feel Safer With Police Presence
Residents of Riverlea, west of Johannesburg, say their safety has improved since the Specialised Forces of the South African Police Service (SAPS) were deployed to the area to shut… Read more »
August 04, 2023
South Africa: Over 190 Suspects Arrested During Police Operations in Riverlea
A total of 194 suspects have been arrested during intensified police operations in Riverlea and surrounding areas to arrest zama-zamas terrorising the communities. Read more »
August 01, 2023
South Africa: Rhino Killings Decrease By 11 Percent
In the first six months of this year, 231 rhinos were killed in South Africa, representing an 11% decrease when compared to the same period last year. Read more »
South Africa: Police to Restore Law and Order in Riverlea
Police Minister, General Bheki Cele, has assured the community of Riverlea that police are mobilising all their resources and specialised units to restore law and order in the… Read more »