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New 48-hour strategy unveiled by government to tackle building hijacking crisis
The South African government has announced a comprehensive strategy to address the issues of hijacked and abandoned state-owned buildings, aiming to improve safety and security while providing solutions for illegal occupants.
48-hour rapid response: Government's new strategy against building hijackers
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is launching an unprecedented strategy to reclaim over 1,600 hijacked and abandoned government buildings across South Africa. The plan includes early detection systems, 48-hour eviction protocols, arrests of illegal occupants including undocumented foreign nationals, and inter-governmental coordination to address what officials describe as 'insufficient and ineffective' current measures.
Four arrested in Limpopo for stolen vehicle as police condemn separate mob justice incident
Limpopo police have successfully arrested four suspects connected to a stolen vehicle case in Sekhukhune following an intelligence-driven operation. In a separate incident, authorities are investigating a mob justice attack in Vuwani where a man was burned to death after allegedly attempting to rape an elderly woman. Police condemned the vigilante action and urge the public to report crimes rather than take the law into their own hands. Picture: Supplied SAPS
The Rising Epidemic of Hijackings in SA | The hidden mental health crisis of car hijackings in South Africa
Explore the profound psychological impact of car hijackings in South Africa, revealing how victims endure lasting mental health challenges beyond the loss of their vehicles.
Judge hits City of Joburg with R12m penalty
A five-year delay in providing temporary housing for evicted residents has resulted in a R12. 4 million damages ruling against the City of Johannesburg.
Johannesburg faces R12. 4m penalty over failed housing obligations
A five-year delay in providing temporary housing for evicted residents has resulted in a R12. 4 million damages ruling against the City of Johannesburg, highlighting the costly consequences of failing to meet constitutional housing obligations.
Swift police action leads to recovery of hijacked vehicle and firearms in Tshwane
Temba police's quick response leads to the recovery of a hijacked Toyota Quest, arrest of one suspect, and seizure of illegal firearms. Two accomplices remain at large after the incident in Dilopye, Tshwane.
Eskom warns of service withdrawal due to escalating attacks on workers
Eskom warns that ongoing attacks on its employees could lead to service withdrawals, resulting in prolonged power outages that impact communities and businesses.
Cape Town police recover R1 million in stolen Nestle products after hijacking
Cape Town's K9 Unit swiftly recover nearly R1 million in stolen Nestle products following a hijacking, showcasing the ongoing battle against cargo theft in South Africa.
Mfuleni operation: Police arrest four, recover firearms, drugs, and hijacked vehicle
Further investigation led the team to a third site in Mfuleni, where they discovered a hijacked vehicle and apprehended two suspects.