Following sensitive information received by the Serious Corruption Investigation united based in Phalaborwa, a 58- year-old company director, together with a 49-year-old financial advisor, were arrested on 17 March 2026. The Hawks in Phalaborwa received information about sinister activities which allegedly included theft, fraud, corruption and money laundering taking place at the Small Enterprise Development…
Firearms and Ammunition Linked to Illegal Mining Recovered in Lawley. A cache of firearms and ammunition believed to be linked to illegal mining activities was recovered during a coordinated intelligence-driven operation in Lawley. The operation was carried out by members of the OCI PHO Tracing Team, OCI PHO Projects, the Sedibeng Roving Team, and the…
In a joint operation involving members of Soshanguve SAPS VISPOL, Gauteng Traffic Wardens STT (NC), Tshenolo P.I and Zondi Crime Busters, officers received information regarding an armed robbery and car hijacking that occurred within the Soshanguve policing precinct at Block L. Members followed up on the information and conducted a search for the vehicle. The…
As South Africa continues to face the growing challenge of youth unemployment, two young leaders are stepping forward with a bold vision to create opportunities for the country’s next generation. Through a newly established youth-led organization in Akasia, Pretoria North Ward98, IMPACT YOUTH DESK SA, co-founders – Kgopotso Mokone and Brenda Dhlamini – are working…
The Tshwane Metro Police’s regional policing members in Wonderboom arrested 11 undocumented immigrants during by-law enforcement operations. The arrests were carried out in accordance with the Immigration Act, as the individuals were found to be residing in the country without the necessary documentation. Additionally, in Centurion, Operation Clean Up targeted illegally erected structures in Rooihuiskraal…
The multidisciplinary team of Operation Vala Umgodi enhanced efforts to curb illegal mining activities in the Namakwa on Saturday, 14 March 2026. During police actions, a male was stopped and searched at a mining hotspot, and unpolished diamonds were found in his possession. The 32-year-old suspect was subsequently arrested for possession of unpolished diamonds. Additionally,…
Orlando Pirates slumped to a frustrating 1-1 draw in their Betway Premiership clash against Siwelele at Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday. It was a disappointing outcome for the Buccaneers, who were left to rue missed chances as crucial points slipped away in the end. They remain top of the standings, with only a single point…
The Quarter-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League 2025/26 will see a showdown between Africa’s elite clubs this weekend, with four intriguing first-leg clashes that showcase the quality and competitiveness of club football on the continent. With the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) having announced this week an increase in prize-money with R2 million for…
European football delivered a night of drama, relief and heartbreak on Wednesday as some of the continent’s biggest clubs battled for a place in the next round of the UEFA Champions League. At the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the spotlight belonged to Federico Valverde, whose remarkable hat-trick inspired Real Madrid to a commanding 3–0 victory over…
