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 […]
Month: July 2022
Truck rollover at the Donkerpoort dam turn-off
Limpopo: Truck overturned on the R33 between Modimolle and Vaalwater, at the s-draaie just after Donkerpoortdam turn-off Traffic Policing Affairs Limpopo
What to do if you are being followed and stopped by unmarked vehicles in South Africa
Who can you trust these days on South African roads? Men in uniform, posing as Metro Police officers, have repeatedly been stopping and hijacking vehicles in the Krugersdorp area1. The West Rand Cluster Police have warned motorists not to submit to this criminal behaviour and immediately report any suspicious activity […]
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 […]
Three-vehicle collision leaves eight injured in Randpark Ridge
This morning, eight people were injured when two trucks and a light motor vehicle collided on Beyers Naude Drive in Randpark Ridge. ER24, Life Healthcare, and other services arrived on the scene at 10h00 to find the three vehicles in the middle of the road. The front of one 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
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 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 […]
Medi Response responded to a truck collision on the N3
Medi Response Advanced Life Support Paramedics are currently on the scene of a truck collision on the N3 freeway before the Linksfield off-ramp. Traffic is heavily affected in both directions. Medi Response Advanced Life Support Paramedics are currently on the scene of a heavy motor vehicle accident on the N3 […]
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. […]