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Government allocates R810m for SAPS vehicles in crime fight
Government has announced R810 million to recapitalise the South African Police Service vehicle fleet next year, alongside R2.2 billion over the medium term to…
Foreign national killed during Durban march as police investigate
Police are investigating after a foreign national was beaten to death by a crowd during a march in central Durban.
Suliman Carrim faces attempted vehicle theft charges in Musina
North West businessman Suliman Carrim faces charges linked to the alleged attempted theft and cross-border movement of two financed vehicles.
Daily Market Wrap: rand, markets and business news for 21 October 2026
The latest South African market readings, business developments and an accessible investment lesson from SA Business Lens.
175 new vehicles to boost Western Cape crime-fighting drive
The South African Police Service plans to deploy approximately 175 new vehicles across the Western Cape’s six policing districts as part of its Safer…
Five police officers arrested at Polokwane airport
Five police officers stationed at Polokwane International Airport have been arrested following a five-month investigation into alleged corruption and defeating the ends of justice.
Fannie Masemola returns to duty as national police commissioner
General Fannie Masemola returns to full duties as national police commissioner after the formal withdrawal of the charges that led to his precautionary suspension.
Police seize counterfeit goods worth over R160m in Joburg raid
Police and SARS Customs seized more than 62,000 suspected counterfeit items valued at over R160 million during an operation in Johannesburg’s CBD.
Daily Market Wrap: rand, markets and business news for 22 October 2026
The latest South African market readings, business developments and an accessible investment lesson from SA Business Lens.
South Africa and Mozambique strengthen fight against organised crime
South Africa and Mozambique have renewed their commitment to closer police cooperation against organised crime that crosses national borders. The commitment was reinforced during…
Is Crime Getting Better or Worse in South Africa?
Three complete years of figures show progress against murder and aggravated robbery, but the improvement does not extend to every crime category. South Africa’s…
South Africa and Uganda seek stronger trade and investment ties
South Africa and Uganda are seeking stronger trade and investment ties, with Pretoria talks focused on removing business barriers and improving connectivity.
Operation Shanela II arrests 1,032 suspects across Free State
Police say 1,032 suspects were arrested across the Free State during a week of high-density Operation Shanela II activity. The figure covers arrests for…
NPA Denies Arrest Warrants for Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma and Husband
The National Prosecuting Authority has rejected claims that arrest warrants were issued for March and March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma and her husband, Xolani Zuma,…
Daily Market Wrap: rand, markets and business news for 20 October 2026
The latest South African market readings, business developments and an accessible investment lesson from SA Business Lens.
Daily Market Wrap: rand, markets and business news for 19 October 2026
The latest South African market readings, business developments and an accessible investment lesson from SA Business Lens.