Daily Archives: June 29, 2026

‘Government committed to manage irregular immigration through constitutional means’

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By STAFF REPORTER

29 June 2026 – The Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) said it has received progress reports from the NATJOINTS on the implementations of the comprehensive approach for managing migration as announced by the Republic of South Africa (RSA) president, Cyril Ramaphosa on 7 June 2026. The committee reaffirms the government’s commitment to managing irregular migration through lawful, coordinated and constitutional means.

The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mamoloko Kubayi said Ramaphosa established this committee to oversee the execution of the five-point strategy which includes a crackdown on violations of the law and deportation of undocumented foreign nationals, securing the borders through deployment of ground sensors, satellite monitoring and drones, strengthening of the country’s migration system, closing the gaps in laws and policies and working with other countries on the continent. Kubayi said they deal with progress made in these areas in greater detail below.

She further said they are making substantial progress with the deportation and repatriation of the foreign nationals across the affected provinces. Kubayi added that over and above the work that they have been undertaking in enforcing the immigration laws, mostly through deportations from the Lindela Repatriation Centre, several countries have come forward to offer the voluntary repatriation of their respective nationals.

“Among these are Malawi, Ghana, Nigeria, Mozambique and Zimbabwe, with Kenya and the Democratic Republic of Congo being the latest to make the request. As you are aware, the repatriation process is voluntary and requesting countries bear the primary responsibility for transportation cost and management of logistics in this regard.

“Under normal circumstances, the responsibility of the host country only involves verification and issuance of orders to leave. However, in certain circumstances the need does arise for financial and humanitarian assistance which is handled on a case-by-case basis,” she said.  

Kubayi said as the people might have observed from the scenes in Sherwood and Che Guevara, Durban Drive-in, eMsunduzi areas in Kwa-Zulu Natal, the Malawian nationals’ situation had become untenable in terms of numbers and the humanitarian emergency that has arisen henceforth. She said to date (close of business – 25/06/20206), a total of 15 162 Malawian nationals have been processed for deportation and repatriation, and more are still undergoing the verification process for repatriation from various temporary repatriation centres in the country.

“Given the gravity of this situation and the need to expedite the deportation and repatriation of these foreign nationals, we have taken a decision to extend the jurisdiction of the Musina Refugee Reception Office in the Limpopo Province to also conduct verifications.

“We have as a result activated all logistics relating to the repatriation of foreign nationals in Musina. We will work with various stakeholders such as the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), International Organization for Migration (IOM), Red Cross, Feature Family, Musina Legal Advice Office (MLAO), Outreach foundation and Save the Children foundation to facilitate this process, including the Consul General of Malawi,” said Kubayi.

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Monna o atlholetswe dingwaga di le 12 kwa kgolegelo

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Ka BAKANG MOKOTO

29 Seetebosigo 2026 – Monna wa dingwaga di le 36 wa kwa motseng wa kwa Majaneng, gaufi le Taung o atlholetswe dingwaga di le 12 kwa kgolegelong mabapi le polao. Se, se tla morago ga gore Motseothata Nelson Seoleseng tshwarwe morago ga go tlhaba le go bolaya tsala ya gagwe, Mosimanegape Adam van Wyk (31) ka thiba.

Tiragalo e, e diragetse ka ngwaga wa 2024. Go begwa fa Seoleseng ga mmogo le moswi, ba ne ba le mmogo, mme ba ile ba ya kwa gabo molatofadiwa ko ba fitlhetseng morwa rragwe molatofadiwa ana le lekgarebe la gagwe.

Go begwa fa go ile ga runya kgakgauthano ya mafoko ma gareng ga molatofadiwa le monnawe. Sebakwa sa kgakgauthano ke gore, molatofadiwa one a botsa monnawe gore goreng a tlisa lekgarebe kwa gagabo.

“Ene ya re fa e ya matsogong, tsala ya molatofadiwa, van Wyk, one a leka go tsiriganya. Fela go begwa fa molatofadiwa a ne a mo tsogela kgatlhanong, mme a mo tsatsanka ka thipa. Go ya ka dipego, moswi one a rwalelwa kwa bookelong jwa sedika jwa Taung, fela one a balelelwa le badimo mo letsatsing le le latelang.”

Go begwa fa kgetsi ya polao ene ya bulwa, mme mmelaelwa one a tshwarwa.

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Two suspects arrested for dealing in drugs

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Picture: Some of drugs confiscated by the police/Supplied  

By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

29 June 2026 – The unwavering commitment of the Namakwa District Task Team together with Springbok K9 Unit to rid communities of drugs led to the arrest of two suspects aged 25 and 28 during a targeted operation in Sundown, Okiep on 27 June 2026 at 8am. Acting on a tip-off, the police obtained a search warrant and proceeded to the identified residence.

The Namakwa District police spokesperson, Captain Ivan Magerman said upon arrival, the police found two men and a woman inside the premises. Magerman said a thorough search was conducted, resulting in the discovery of suspected tik and quarters of mandrax tablets with an estimated street value of R1 736.65.

“The suspects were arrested for dealing in drugs and will appear in the Springbok Magistrate’s Court soon,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Namakwa District Police Commissioner, Brigadier Schalk Andrews, issued a stern warning that drug‑related activities will not be tolerated in the district and urged communities to provide information on drug activities to assist police in creating safer neighbourhoods.

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271 suspects nabbed for various crimes

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By REGINALD KANYANE

29 June 2026 – The Deputy Provincial Commissioners, District Commissioners, Senior officers together with members in collaboration with community structures and various government departments across the Northern Cape, intensified crime-fighting initiatives by leading coordinated operations throughout all five districts. The province’s zero-tolerance approach to crime resulted in the arrest of 271 suspects during week-long operations conducted from 22 until 28 June 2026.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said during the operations, the police searched numerous premises, while 6686 individuals and 2830 vehicles were stopped and searched. Ehlers said Detectives also executed tracing operations, leading to the arrest of a number of wanted suspects who had been evading law enforcement and failing to appear in court for various offences.

“Operational activities included stop-and-searches, high-visibility patrols, vehicle checkpoints (VCPs), and roadblocks. In addition, multi-disciplinary compliance inspections were conducted at liquor outlets, second-hand goods dealers, scrapyards, recycling facilities, firearm dealerships, informal businesses, and food outlets, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation.

“As a result of these inspections, 31 unlicensed liquor outlets were closed for operating in contravention of various laws and regulations. Additionally, visits were intensified at tuckshops and foreign owned businesses across the province in preparation for shutdown actions on 30 June,” she said.

Ehlers further said law enforcement called on all residents to reject violence, hate speech and actions that may cause division within communities. She added that in total, 271 suspects were arrested for offences including drug-related crimes, illegal liquor trading, property-related crimes, murder, attempted murder and assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

“The police also confiscated large quantities of liquor and drugs and dangerous weapons during stop-and-search operations. Several community outreaches programmes, awareness campaigns and engagements with tuckshop owners across the province were conducted in support of SAPS priorities and in anticipation of the looming 30 June shutdown.

“The Northern Cape SAPS remains steadfast in its commitment to creating a safer environment for all residents. Law enforcement agencies will continue to intensify operations to bring criminals to justice and ensure that lawlessness finds no place in our communities,” said Ehlers.

She said the members of the public can be assured that these operations will continue to safeguard lives and protect property.

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Suspended Crime Intelligence Boss, Major General Feroz Khan shot in attempted hit

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Picture: A crime scene where Major General Feroz Khan was shot/Facebook

By OBAKENG MAJE

29 June 2026 – The police have launched a high-level investigation following the attempted assassination on the suspended South African Crime Intelligence, Major General Feroz Khan who was critically injured in a targeted shooting in Houghton, Johannesburg on Sunday. The police said the investigation is being led by the Gauteng Hawks, Gauteng Crime Intelligence and the SAPS Detective Service.

The acting national police commissioner, Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane, has directed that the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) be incorporated into the investigation to ensure that every possible lead is pursued and that those responsible are brought to book. Dimpane said Khan was scheduled to appear before the Madlanga Commission on 1 July 2026.

“While SAPS is aware of public speculation regarding the timing of the attack, it is premature and irresponsible to speculate on any possible motive or to conclude that the incident is linked to his anticipated appearance before the Commission. Detectives will follow evidence wherever it leads.

“The South African Police Service views any attempt to intimidate, silence or attack any individual involved in judicial processes in the most serious light and any attempt to interfere with the administration of justice or the work of the commission will be met with the full might of the law,” she said.

Dimpane has condemned the attack and assured the public that no resource will be spared in identifying, tracing and arresting those responsible. She further said the SAPS remains resolute in protecting the rule of law and ensuring that justice prevails.

“We would like to wish Khan a speedy recovery and our thoughts are also with his family during this period,” added Dimpane.

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