Tag: SAPS

General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi blames deadbeats for rampant crime levels

South Africa’s top cop, General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has sparked some debate after linking the abnormally high crime rates to the equally elevated levels of deadbeatism that plague the country. He spoke during the ‘Imbizo’ programme held in Umlazi. As an effort to create conversation, restore community safety, rebuild the public’s confidence in communities, as well […]

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Zimbabwean cop killer, Jabulani Moyo, wanted for R150 000

Police are offering a R150,000 reward for information on the whereabouts of Jabulani Thabang Moyo, wanted for killing two detectives in Roodepoort on Friday while they were transporting him back to Boksburg prison after a court appearance. Jabulani allegedly shot Warrant Officer (WO) Vuyisile Sintwa (51) and Sergeant Simon Masenye (45), stole their firearms, and fled […]

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Netizens stand with Nhanhla Mkhwanazi amid allegations of torture and more

It appears that General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi can do no wrong in the eyes of some citizens, as they have taken to the internet streets to declare their unwavering support. This comes as the KZN Commissioner and some of his men face serious allegations of misconduct. Despite quickly becoming the unofficial face of crime fighting and […]

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No raid and no R18 million found, says SAPS in Dudu Myeni matter

National police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe has dismissed recent rumours surrounding the late Dudu Myeni, revealing that SAPS had not found a R18 million stack of cash and that there was no raid conducted. This July kicked off on an intriguing note as General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi held a press briefing where he revealed information about corruption […]

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Unemployment crisis: SAPS receives almost 1M applications for 5 500 posts

After launching their e-recruitment system which would accept applications for 5,500 police trainee positions, SAPS has revealed that they have received over 900,000 applications, highlighting citizens’ concerns regarding the high unemployment rate. SAPS marked the end of June by announcing a new initiative they coined as the e-recruitment drive. This drive displays the highly anticipated […]

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Getting to know South Africa’s Police Commissioners

Due to recent developments in South Africa’s political landscape, KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has become a household name. However, as a citizen, do you know the other eight Provincial Police Commissioners? When it comes to the fight against crime in South Africa, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has opted to walk the walk and lead […]

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Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and the SAPS hailed for efficient work on Olorato case

As the horrific murder case of Olorato Mongale takes the country by storm, Kwa-Zulu Natal (KZN) Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and his SAPS squad have been hailed as heroes for their efficiency in dealing with the perpetrators. Recently, South Africa came to a standstill when news of the gruesome killing of University of Witwatersrand student […]

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Mzansi suspects foul play after 3 missing constables found dead

A horrific case involving three missing constables Cebekhulu Linda, Keamogetswe Buys and Boipelo Senoge, has taken the country by storm after five bodies have been discovered, three of which belong to the officials. The latest update regarding the case of the three missing law enforcement officers that has garnered a great deal of attention has […]

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Mzansi rallies behind Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi amid IPID investigation

Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has recently garnered the support of South African citizens as he faces an IPID investigation over allegations of interfering with the arrest of a senior Department of Correctional Services official. Since stepping into office as Kwa-Zulu Natal (KZN) Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has garnered the favour and support of […]

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