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Watch VideoRide-along with Cape Town's Law Enforcement: Tackling gun violence in Hanover Park

Join me on a gripping ride-along with Cape Town's law enforcement as they confront gun violence in Hanover Park, where the community's cries for justice echo through the streets.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Hawks arrest Nigerian man for drug dealing after he was released on bail for similar crime

A 40-year-old Nigerian man, previously arrested for drug dealing, has been caught again by the Hawks in Mpumalanga, raising concerns about repeat offenders in the drug trade.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Pietermaritzburg battles drug crisis amid forensic lab backlog

In a recent meeting, Pietermaritzburg officials discussed the city's escalating drug crisis, highlighting the impact of forensic lab backlogs on prosecutions and calling for a comprehensive drug master plan

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Zainul Dawood|Published

Missing journalist and partner: How a suspect initially became police's 'trusted' key witness

After doing their analysis, police realised that their key witness was not telling them the truth, and they arrested him for the disappearance of the couple.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Major drug bust worth R2 million at N1 City Mall in Cape Town

A 28-year-old suspect faces serious charges after being arrested for possessing drugs valued at over R2 million in Cape Town's N1 City Mall.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Pedal power triumphs: Limpopo cyclists roll into Cape Town to cheers and celebration

Three determined cyclists, who embarked on a 1,741 km journey from Burgersfort, Limpopo, raising awareness for gender-based violence and youth empowerment, have arrived safely in Cape Town.

Travel South Africa
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Western Cape police seize unlicensed firearm and R110,000 worth of drugs in passenger bus operation

Two men were arrested in Beaufort West after police uncovered an unlicensed firearm and R110,000 worth of dagga during a late-night checkpoint.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Nine arrested in Standerton drug raid as police seize BMWs, Mercs

In a significant crackdown on drug operations, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu announces the arrest of nine suspects linked to clandestine labs in Mpumalanga.

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Pedalling for change: Limpopo trio's 1 741km journey to Cape Town inspires a nation

Join the Gauta BMX cyclists on their inspiring journey and discover how their ambitious quest to cycle from Limpopo to Cape Town is more than just a ride; it’s a movement that seeks to uplift youth and transform lives through passion and community support.

Travel South Africa
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Khayelitsha woman arrested with R1 million worth of Mandrax tablets

Police in Khayelitsha have arrested a woman with Mandrax tablets valued at R1 million, following a community tip-off that highlights the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in the area.

Cape Argus News
Mahira Duval|Published

Police in Western Cape nab four in R97,000 mandrax bust after high-speed chase

Four suspects are in custody after Oudtshoorn police seized nearly 2,000 Mandrax tablets worth R97,000 during a dramatic high-speed chase. Officers spotted the suspicious vehicle and pursued when it fled, with suspects throwing evidence from the moving car.

News Crime and Courts
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Hoërskool Elspark launches anti-dagga campaign as cases among learners surge

Hoërskool Elspark in Germiston has recorded more than 50 dagga-related cases among its learners since January, prompting school leadership to launch an anti-dagga campaign with NGO World Changers Candidates. The initiative aims to combat the growing influence of '4/20 culture' and address misconceptions stemming from relaxed cannabis legislation.

The Star News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Hoërskool Elspark launches anti-dagga campaign as cases among learners surge

Hoërskool Elspark in Germiston has recorded more than 50 dagga-related cases among its learners since January, prompting school leadership to launch an anti-dagga campaign with NGO World Changers Candidates. The initiative aims to combat the growing influence of '4/20 culture' and address misconceptions stemming from relaxed cannabis legislation.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Century City drug dealer sentenced to 48 years, will serve only 8 for operating a drug lab

A 54-year-old drug dealer has been sentenced to an effective 8 years imprisonment after being caught with 3000 Mandrax tablets and other drugs in a Century City luxury apartment that was classified as a drug laboratory. " (90%)"Hawks' intelligence-driven operation leads to 8-year prison sentence for drug dealer caught with Mandrax, crystal meth, and cocaine in Century City apartment lab.

Cape Argus News
Genevieve Serra|Published

Massive Drug Bust | Police seize R51 million worth of crystal meth in Eastern Cape

A 29-year-old man faces serious charges after police intercept a truck loaded with drugs worth R51 million en route to the Eastern Cape. This significant bust, involving multiple law enforcement agencies, underscores the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in South Africa.

News Politics
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Cocaine worth R27 200 seized in Chatsworth drug bust

A search of the suspect revealed an additional 42 loops of cocaine powder

The Post News
Post Reporter|Published

Crime intelligence teams shut down drug lab in Schaapkraal

Crime intelligence teams and police have successfully shut down a heroin lab in Schaapkraal, arresting a 45-year-old Tanzanian man in the process.

Cape Argus News
Genevieve Serra|Published

Staggering drug and weapon confiscation statistics highlight prison corruption in Western Cape

Recent statistics reveal alarming levels of drug and weapon confiscations in Western Cape prisons, raising serious concerns about corruption among officials and the ongoing crisis within the correctional system

Cape Argus News
Mahira Duval|Published

How to use caffeine to boost alertness

How to use caffeine to best effect. Advice, such as a social media claim that delaying caffeine intake in the morning by a couple of hours will help you avoid an afternoon crash, is unsupported by science.

iOS Lifestyle
The Washington Post|Published

Pretoria-based police officer arrested in Limpopo for possession of drugs and stolen vehicle

The police constable, a member of the detectives unit at Silverton in Pretoria, was allegedly found in possession of 2,095 sachets of nyaope, worth approximately R85,000 and was driving a stolen Nissan NP200 with Gauteng registration plates.

News South Africa Limpopo
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Cape Town woman hospitalised after swallowing cocaine pellets | Court hearing postponed

The case of a woman hospitalised after ingesting cocaine pellets has been postponed, highlighting the ongoing battle against drug smuggling in South Africa.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Fadwaan 'Vet' Murphy | Drug kingpin sentenced for tax fraud

Fadwaan 'Vet' Murphy, a notorious drug kingpin, has been convicted of tax fraud.

Weekend Argus News
Staff Reporter|Published

Drug trafficker sentenced after being intercepted at OR Tambo International Airport

Zenco Van Wyk, a 27-year-old drug trafficker, has been sentenced to six years in prison after being caught with half a kilogramme of cocaine.

News South Africa Gauteng
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Watch VideoFormer Bafana Bafana star Lerato Chabangu opens up about rehabilitation journey after years of alcohol addiction

Former Bafana Bafana star Lerato Chabangu reveals his emotional journey to recovery at a Limpopo rehabilitation centre, offering hope and inspiration while battling addiction.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Guilty of murder, Reinhardt Leach writes heartfelt apology to Vicki Terblanche's son

Reinhardt Leach, convicted of murdering Vicki Terblanche, writes a heartfelt letter to her son, expressing deep remorse for the pain he has caused.

News South Africa Eastern Cape
Se-Anne Rall|Published