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Police seize counterfeit goods worth millions

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

The South African Police Service (SAPS) National and Western Cape Counterfeit and Illicit Goods Units have seized counterfeit goods, with an estimated value of R10 million, during a multidisciplinary operation at a shopping complex in Bellville.

SAPS celebrates its young police officers

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

As South Africa commemorates Youth Month, the South African Police Service (SAPS) is celebrating the energy, dedication and leadership of its young officers through the national campaign: “SAPS Youth - Leading the Reset Agenda”.

NPA AFU cracks down on cybercrime suspects

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

The National Prosecuting Authority’s Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) has obtained an urgent preservation of property order emanating from a sophisticated online banking scam involving some R21.55 million.

SA increases pledge in response to Ebola outbreak

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that South Africa will increase its financial contribution to the Ebola response effort to US$13.5 million, reaffirming the country's commitment to supporting African nations affected by the outbreak.

NYDA shifts focus from grants to broader youth development agenda

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) Executive Chairperson, Dr Sunshine Myende, says the agency has repositioned itself from being primarily a grant-making institution to becoming a leading force for youth development across South Africa.

President reflects on youth employment initiatives

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined initiatives to tackle youth unemployment, while emphasising that government’s overriding priority is to grow an inclusive economy that creates sustainable jobs at scale.

Honour the youth of 1976 through active citizenry : President

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Marking 50 years since the Soweto uprising of 16 June 1976, this year’s Youth Day commemorations coincide with other major milestones of freedom, underscoring that South Africa’s democracy was built across generations.