Latest News & Developments
The murder case against a residence manager accused of killing a Walter Sisulu University student has been postponed, igniting protests from students demanding justice for poor living conditions.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy reveals significant traffic enforcement results over the Easter period, highlighting a record number of fines and arrests aimed at improving road safety.
During the Easter weekend, Cape Town's police and enforcement agencies made significant strides in combatting crime, seizing illegal firearms and arresting multiple suspects involved in drug-related activities.
Cape Town's police and enforcement agencies tackled illegal firearms and crime during a busy Easter weekend, leading to multiple arrests and significant seizures.
The eThekwini Council has approved the establishment of a special rating area in Manor Gardens, aimed at enhancing community safety and urban development in Durban. This initiative reflects a collaborative effort to improve the local environment and attract investment
An eight-year-old girl from Ramosadi village in North West has died after allegedly consuming snacks purchased from a local house, while authorities launch a new R500 million fund to support compliant spaza shop owners amidst concerns over food safety and illegal operations.
In an impassioned address at South Africa’s first-ever Policing Summit, President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent reforms within the police service, aiming to combat the corruption that undermines public trust and to restore faith in law enforcement
President Ramaphosa will set the tone for South Africa's fight against escalating crime rates at the inaugural Policing Summit 2025, where experts will explore innovative strategies, technology integration, and police force development to achieve the National Development Plan's safety objectives by 2030.
Tshwane's Sunnyside precinct faces R80,000 in fines for various law violations during a recent enforcement operation aimed at restoring order and safety in the area.
Tshwane's Sunnyside precinct faces R80,000 in fines for various law violations during a recent enforcement operation aimed at restoring order and safety in the area.
A 36-year-old uncle has been arrested in Mokopane for the alleged rape of his four-year-old niece, igniting outrage and urgent calls for enhanced child protection measures.
Limpopo police intercepted a truck at Beitbridge Port of Entry carrying explosives valued at approximately R300,000, leading to the arrest of a man.
Cyril Must Fall' protesters will march through Tshwane to the Union Buildings this Friday, causing significant traffic disruptions as the Defend South Africa movement demands Ramaphosa's resignation over alleged corruption, economic decline and the Phala Phala scandal.
Newly appointed JMPD Chief Themba Patrick Jaca has pledged to make Johannesburg safe again during his inauguration ceremony. With plans to recruit 600 new officers and implement advanced technology including body cameras, Jaca's appointment comes at a critical time as the city faces rising crime rates
Self-proclaimed Malawian prophet Shepherd Bushiri expresses support for Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso following his acquittal in a lengthy trial, while voicing concerns about his own legal battles in South Africa.
Sinozz Myoyo's joyful reaction to her first police stop has gone viral, showcasing a light-hearted perspective on a typically stressful situation.
Soshanguve mourns as night patroller death toll rises to seven.
South Africa unites to demand justice for seven-year-old Cwecwe, the SAPS pledges rigorous action in the aftermath of her alleged assault. Will this tragedy be a turning point in the fight against gender-based violence?
The Hawks in the Northern Cape arrested a 38 year old former CFO and two cashiers from Phokwane Local Municipality for their involvement in a multi-million-rand fraud scheme, which resulted in significant financial losses.
Gauteng police have taken 32 of the 50 foreign nationals who escaped an alleged hostage situation in Lombardy East into custody. The victims are aged between 13 and 24 years old.
Gauteng police have taken 32 of the 50 foreign nationals who escaped an alleged hostage situation in Lombardy East into custody. The victims, aged between 13 and 24.
Authorities are investigating a possible human trafficking operation after at least 50 foreign nationals escaped from a house in Lombardy East, north of Johannesburg. No arrests have been made, and their whereabouts are currently unknown.
An elaborate fraud scheme involving ghost accounts has led to the suspension of a City of Tshwane Finance Department employee. Over R10 million was siphoned through more than 200 fraudulent transfers between 2021-2022, with two colleagues already arrested and authorities working to freeze the suspects' assets as investigations continue.
An elaborate fraud scheme involving ghost accounts has led to the suspension of a City of Tshwane Finance Department employee. Over R10 million was siphoned through more than 200 fraudulent transfers between 2021-2022, with two colleagues already arrested and authorities working to freeze the suspects' assets as investigations continue.
A night patroller at the Marry Me Informal Settlement in Soshanguve says he fears for his life after five colleagues were killed in a brutal attack.