On Saturday, 26 July 2025, the Mopani District Team conducted a targeted operation at the Luvuvhu River in Tshino Village, Vuwani, where illegal sand mining activities are alleged to be taking place.
At approximately 11:30, the team arrived at the scene and observed a truck alongside four individuals believed to be involved in the illegal extraction and loading of sand. Acting swiftly and tactically, the team approached the scene and successfully apprehended one individual, who was identified as the owner of the truck. The other suspects managed to flee the scene before they could be apprehended.
The Mopani District Team remains committed to safeguarding our natural resources and will continue to enforce laws against illegal mining and environmental violations.
We urge the community to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and report any suspicious activities related to illegal mining.
Police act against illegal sand mining at Luvuvhu River, Tshino Village, Vuwanihttps://t.co/yeUhZTz2Li#ArriveAlive #IllegalMining @SAPoliceService pic.twitter.com/k6qG3qD8KV
– Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) July 28, 2025
