The South African Police Service (SAPS) has conducted operations in Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni Districts from 22-28 November 2025, resulting in the recovery of counterfeit, illicit, and contraband goods worth R43 million.
The operation, conducted in collaboration with stakeholders, including the National Counterfeit Unit, Gauteng Counterfeit Unit, Public Order Police (POPS), Brand Protectors, National Regulatory Council for specifications (NRCS), National Consumer Commission (NCC), South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA), and private securities, has yielded significant results.
Multiple shops and storage facilities visited in Johannesburg Central, Benoni, and Langlaagte. Over 100 000 items seized, including clothing, shoes, embroidery machines, and branded label. Three illegal immigrants arrested .Items seized by NRCS and SAHPRA include pine gels, disinfectants, toilet papers, scales, cameras, Christmas lights, mini fans, lamp holders, humidifiers, electronic clocks, and non-compliant power tools
This effort demonstrates SAPS’s commitment to protecting consumers and businesses from the effects of counterfeit and illicit trade.
Recovery of counterfeit, illicit, and contraband goods worth R43 million.https://t.co/Z1E7QmqJ5T#ArriveAlive #Crime #IllicitGoods @SAPoliceService pic.twitter.com/4WYiH7emlq
– Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) November 29, 2025
