On Monday, 08 May 2023, a cashintransit heist occurred in the Waterberg District of Limpopo, South Africa. Authorities have launched a manhunt for the two suspects involved in the robbery. The incident took place at the R33Marble Hall Settlers T junction around 18:30.
The Msikaba Bridge project experienced a somber atmosphere as the Minister of Transport, Sindisiwe Chikunga, expressed her deep sorrow regarding the recent fatal accident at the construction site. The accident occurred on May 5th at 11:00 am, at the South Main Batch Plant in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, resulting in the loss of a worker who was committed to ensuring the project’s successful completion.
The Gauteng Provincial Legislature has launched a crimefighting initiative to reduce crime in Gauteng. The industry is led by the Premier of Gauteng, Panyaza Lesfufi, and the MEC for Community Safety, Faith Mazibuko. The newly launched crimefighting unit plans to deploy 6,000 Crime Prevention Wardens in townships, informal settlements, and hostels to protect residents and fight crime.
Over the recent long weekend, Gauteng police conducted operations and routine stop and search checks that led to the apprehension of more than 1,700 suspects and the seizure of 65 unlicensed firearms. These arrests were made in different parts of the province, with the perpetrators charged with serious and violent crimes.
The 2023 National Freedom Day celebrations were marked by a speech from President Cyril Ramaphosa. In his address, he discussed several issues concerning the history of Matlosana, the progress that had been made since the advent of democracy, and the challenges that the country still faced. While acknowledging the progress made over nearly three decades of democracy, he also recognized that there was still much work to be done.
Over the weekend, a tragedy unfolded in the Delft area of Western Cape as four people were shot in an abandoned building. Unfortunately, despite the valiant efforts of the medical personnel, two of the victims lost their lives. The police arrived at the scene and have since launched a search for the suspects. Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi has confirmed that the case is being treated as murder and attempted murder. While the investigation is still ongoing, this incident is a stark reminder of the importance of continued efforts by law enforcement agencies in combating crime.
The recent rearrest of Thabo Bester and Dr. Nandipha Magudumana in Tanzania has been a welcome development for the Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (Popcru). Bester, who had previously escaped from the Mangaung Correctional Center in South Africa, was on the run for several months before being apprehended by South African Crime Intelligence officers.
Camps Bay, the seaside suburb of Cape Town, South Africa, exudes luxury and elegance. The area is characterized by its pristine white sand beaches, fashionable boutiques, trendy restaurants, and bustling nightlife. As a result, it has become a soughtafter destination for tourists and locals, who flock to the area to enjoy its natural beauty and vibrant culture.
Three members of a notorious gang that terrorized people in three areas of South Africa have recently been found guilty and given a total of 705 years in jail. The three criminals, Calvin Congo Mabunda, Sibusiso Shamase Mkhwanazi, and Bhova Sticks Nkuna, were given their sentences by the South Gauteng High Court. They were found guilty on 19 charges, including murder, robbery, assault, attempted murder, possession of guns, ammo, and kidnapping.
