insert_link South Africa South African Police arrested over 13-thousand in Operation Shanela in the past week The South African Police Service arrested 13-thousand-and-20 suspects in Operation Shanela in the past week. Police spokesperson Amanda van Wyk says the arrests include two-thousand-and-52 for serious crimes, 140 for murder, 99 firearms were seized and one-thousand-180 rounds of ammunition confiscated. She emphasised the police's commitment to continue these efforts to combat crime effectively: today5 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Police Provide Update on Recent Robbery Incidents The Namibian Police Force has issued an update regarding robbery incidents that occurred on Monday, 28 October, in Windhoek and Swakopmund, and is seeking public assistance to identify additional suspects. In Windhoek, one suspect was arrested at Hakahana location, with the getaway vehicle impounded. A shotgun belonging to a security guard, stolen during the robbery, has been recovered, along with a backpack containing clothes, a bulletproof vest, and N$17,000. […] today30 October, 2024
insert_link South Africa S.A Parliament to Act on Thabo Bester’s Prison Escape Findings South Africa's Correctional Services Committee in Parliament will oversee remedial actions against individuals involved in Thabo Bester’s prison escape. This follows a briefing on the Public Protector's report, which highlighted failures by the Department of Correctional Services in handling Bester's escape from Mangaung prison in the Free State. Parliamentary legal adviser Bulelani Simani confirmed that they will ensure the department takes the necessary steps to address the issues raised […] today30 October, 2024
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s ANC president says the party is facing a crisis of authority, legitimacy, and trust To South Africa, ANC president says the party is facing a crisis of authority, legitimacy, and trust. He delivered the OR Tambo memorial lecture in Ekurhuleni yesterday evening. Sunday marked the 107th birthday of the late former ANC president Oliver Tambo, the party’s longest-serving president. Ramaphosa says even as the government of national unity continues to make progress, the electoral outcome put in the starkest of terms what the ANC […] today28 October, 2024
insert_link Namibia NamPol inaugurates new police station in Ohangwena Region The Inspector General of the Namibian Police (NamPol), Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, has officially inaugurated the Onamukulo police station in the Ohangwena Region, highlighting the government's commitment to delivering effective law enforcement services to all Namibians. During the inauguration ceremony, Shikongo said that the establishment of this police station marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to bring police services closer to local communities. He said, "This reflects the […] today22 October, 2024
insert_link World German police arrest drug delivery gang German police have busted a criminal gang they accuse of using a restaurant to deliver drugs. From Berlin, Trent Murray has more. According to Deutsche Welle, the pizzeria in Düsseldorf was found to be delivering more than just pizzas. German police reported that the restaurant was also offering cocaine as a side dish, humorously listed on the menu as "pizza No. 40." "This was one of the most […] today22 October, 2024
insert_link Namibia NamPol under fire for traffic bias The Namibia Police Force has responded to complaints regarding alleged discrimination by traffic law enforcement officers against operators of seven-seater vehicles. Nampol spokesperson, Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, clarified that the police force has not authorised any discriminatory practices in enforcing the Road Traffic and Transportation Act. Shikwambi said that vehicles operating without public transportation permits are subject to the same enforcement measures, regardless of vehicle type. Shikwambi […] today13 August, 2024
insert_link Africa Nigeria cracks down on illegal jet operations Nigeria has suspended the licenses of three private jet operators in the country. Aviation authorities say they were engaged in commercial operations in violation of the law. Tesem Akende reports from Jos. today17 April, 2024
insert_link World German police target China-linked human smuggling gang Dawn raids have taken place across Germany, with police saying they busted a people smuggling ring. From Berlin, Trent Murray has the details. today17 April, 2024