Three out of Seven Sassa officials arrested in Joburg for their role in a R260 million fraud scheme. In February, four others were arrested, including an Ethiopian national caught withdrawing money with Sassa cards. newspanther.co.za/three-sassa-of…

Hatfield businesses thought they could get away with breaking the rules—until Tshwane Metro Police stepped in. From R5,000 fines to arrests for illegal workers and noise violations, TMPD is showing no mercy. newspanther.co.za/tshwane-metro-…

Six illegal immigrants were arrested in Gauteng during a joint operation targeting counterfeit and illicit goods. The operation resulted in the seizure of over R1.5 million worth of counterfeit cellphone accessories and branded material. newspanther.co.za/six-illegal-im…

Six suspects, including a Kusile Power Station procurement officer, arrested in connection with a multi-million rand procurement fraud and theft case. Police seized firearms, laptops, and cellphones during the operation. newspanther.co.za/six-arrested-f…

Treasury has allocated another R37 million for SA’s genocide case against Israel at the ICJ, pushing total spending to over R130 million. Funds will cover legal fees, interpreters, and travel to The Hague. Israel is set to respond in June. newspanther.co.za/south-africa-a…

A 22-year-old undocumented Zimbabwean national was arrested in Limpopo’s Capricorn District for illegal mining and violating the Immigration Act. He was found without a mining permit or passport during a Vala Umgodi operation. newspanther.co.za/illegal-zimbab…

A 49-year-old man was arrested in Tonga, near Komatipoort, for money laundering after police found R1.2 million in cash hidden in his home. The suspect allegedly attempted to bribe officers with R50,000 but was unsuccessful. newspanther.co.za/man-arrested-w…

Kelly Smith allegedly sold her daughter Joshlin to a sangoma for R20,000 for her eyes and skin, state witness Lourencia Lombaard testified. She said Smith admitted to the sale and claimed she, too, was being paid to keep quiet. newspanther.co.za/joshlin-smiths…

"We Stand with Mkhwanazi!" – South Africans are voicing strong support for KZN Police Commissioner, Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, as IPID investigates allegations of his interference in a 2023 arrest. Many believe the probe is politically motivated. newspanther.co.za/we-stand-with-…

Umhlali Police and KwaZulu Natal Provincial Counterfeit Contraband and Illicit Goods Unit have busted a R1.5 million illegal liquor operation. A 36-year-old suspect was arrested, and over 26,000 counterfeit liquor sachets and heavy machinery were seized. newspanther.co.za/police-crackdo…

In just one week, SAPS's OPERATION SHANELA resulted in 15,505 arrests, including 1,370 illegal foreign nationals, 2,531 wanted suspects, and 235 drug dealers. The operation also seized 130 firearms, 74 stolen vehicles. newspanther.co.za/saps-arrests-1…

British national Michael Lomas, accused of defrauding Eskom of over R745 million, has been granted R2 million bail by the Joburg High Court. Lomas, who fled SA after being released on bail in 2021, faces 65 fraud charges related to Kusile Power Station. newspanther.co.za/british-nation…

South Africa’s expelled US ambassador, Ebrahim Rasool, says he has no regrets following his dismissal. The former Western Cape premier accused President Donald Trump of leading a "global white supremacist movement." newspanther.co.za/ebrahim-rasool…

Eight individuals, including six bouncers and two managers, were arrested in Pretoria Central for violating security regulations. The group consists of three Nigerians, one South African, one Algerian, one Ugandan, one Zimbabwean, and one Gabonese. newspanther.co.za/eight-arrested…

President Ramaphosa slams the Cape Independence Advocacy Group’s US visit, calling it a desperate stunt to push secession. The Presidency’s Vincent Magwenya says they don’t represent SA and warns against “falling into the chasm of race divides.” newspanther.co.za/ramaphosa-disa…

The Cape Independence Advocacy Group says they plan to meet White House officials to push for Western Cape’s independence. The Presidency dismisses them as fringe actors with no mandate to speak for South Africans.newspanther.co.za/ramaphosa-disa…

The City of Johannesburg has been ordered to pay R12.4 million in damages after failing to provide temporary housing for residents evicted from Chung Hua Mansions, a hijacked building. newspanther.co.za/city-of-johann…

Over 67,000 Afrikaner South Africans have expressed interest in relocating to the US following Trump's executive order prioritizing white Afrikaaners for the refugee program. newspanther.co.za/over-67000-afr…

The assault and attempted murder case against Edwin Sodi has been struck off the roll by the Randburg Magistrates' Court due to the withdrawal of both complainants. newspanther.co.za/assault-and-at…

Limpopo police successfully intercept a human trafficking operation, arresting 20 illegal Ethiopian nationals being smuggled to Johannesburg. The driver led officers on a high-speed chase, firing shots before crashing. newspanther.co.za/police-interce…