Month: July 2022

Operation Gijima nets successes in Namakwa and ZF Mgcawu Districts

Operation Gijima nets successes in Namakwa and ZF Mgcawu Districts

Simultaneous cross-border operations in the Namakwa and ZF Mgcawu Districts nabs multiple suspects for various crimes. The cross-border operation dubbed, ‘Operation Gijima’ resolved to conduct simultaneous operations between SARPCCO regions from 27 until 29 July 2022. The focus areas of the operation were the Vioolsdrift Port of Entry which borders […]

SATMC speaks out on tyre dumping investigation

SATMC speaks out on tyre dumping investigation

Anti-dumping duties could save local tyre industry and livelihoods – SATMC SATMC members contributed in excess of R15,9 billion to the SA economy between 2019 and 2021 Over 70% of tyres sold by SATMC members are produced in South Africa SA tyre manufacturers employ more than 6 000 people directly in […]

Two females arrested after hijacking of a tipper truck

Two females arrested after hijacking of a tipper truck

As part of Operation #OKaeMolao, a multi-disciplinary roadblock was held at Kliprivier Road which resulted in the recovery of a tipper truck that was hijacked in the Northern Cape, Winsorton. The driver (27) and her 20-year-old accomplice were arrested. Overnight operations to trace wanted suspects across the Gauteng province, saw […]

Technological advancements enable growth for small businesses

Technological advancements enable growth for small businesses

Are small businesses in South Africa harnessing the power of technology fast enough? The reality is, that as the lifeblood of the economy, small businesses must incorporate innovation into their DNA. To stimulate and compete in a challenging economic environment, all companies need to embrace technology to benefit more in […]

The South African logistics sector treads water during June

The South African logistics sector treads water during June

The logistics sector of South Africa recovered somewhat during the month of June, following two months of strain. The Ctrack Transport and Freight Index (Ctrack TFI) grew by 1.3% during June compared to May which represented a 5.0% improvement compared to a year ago, slightly up from May’s 4.7% year-on-year […]

Bloemfontein K9 Unit arrest truck driver after Khat recovered

Bloemfontein K9 Unit arrest truck driver after Khat recovered

On Monday 25 July 2022, at about 18:30, Bloemfontein K9 Unit members received information about a truck destined for Cape Town reportedly transporting Khat. Members swiftly operationalized the information and held observation posts. At 22:30, the truck fitting the description circulated was spotted traveling Southbound on the N1 outside Bloemfontein. […]