By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
8 April 2026 – The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the North West has officially launched Operation Prosper this morning at the SAPS Mankwe Academy, near Rustenburg. The North West police spokesperson, Colonel Anne Magakoe said this joint operation with the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is aimed at intensifying the fight against illicit mining across the province.
Meanwhile, the acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General Matlhapi Mmolawa, highlighting the importance of coordinated efforts to restore law and order and protect the communities.
The Guardian 