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Operation Vala Umgodi nets 18 000 in major crime crackdown

Sunday, February 2, 2025

In a bold move to dismantle illegal mining operations, the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) crackdown has resulted in over 18 000 arrests, predominantly targeting illegal immigrants, as part of efforts to cut off supplies and force miners out of the country’s dangerous shafts.

Over 20 000 new police officers deployed to enhance crime fighting

Sunday, February 2, 2025

In a bid to strengthen its crime-fighting capabilities, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has successfully trained and deployed over 20 000 new constables in various units across the country in the past three years, aiming to boost policing efforts and enhance public safety.

Eskom suspends loadshedding

Sunday, February 2, 2025

Eskom has suspended loadshedding on Sunday morning, following a temporary setback that necessitated the implementation of loadshedding over the weekend.

SAPS nabs over 200 000 in festive season operations

Sunday, February 2, 2025

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has made 244 951 arrests during the festive season, as part of heightened crime-fighting operations aimed at safeguarding communities, holidaymakers, and tourists across the country

Khayelitsha pastor faces rape charges

Sunday, February 2, 2025

A 51-year-old pastor has been arrested for allegedly raping and assaulting a 15-year-old girl, and two women, aged 22 and 23 at his church in Khayelitsha, Cape Town.

Orbit TVET shines as a beacon of excellence

Sunday, February 2, 2025

The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education has commended Orbit Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College, in Rustenburg for its outstanding contributions to education, recognising it as a beacon of excellence in the sector.

Government takes bold step towards a cleaner environment

Sunday, February 2, 2025

South Africa has demonstrated its commitment to reducing landfill waste, increasing recycling rates, and promoting a circular economy with the launch of two new E-Waste Recycling pilot projects in Mpumalanga.