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Police Kill Suspect, Arrest Two After Midrand Business Robbery Pursuit
Gauteng police intercept suspected robbery getaway vehicle on Allandale Road in Midrand. Picture Credit: Arrive Alive By Aisha Zardad Johannesburg — A suspected business robber was shot dead and two other suspects arrested after a high-speed police chase and shootout in Midrand on Friday afternoon, Gauteng police said. The incident followed reports of a business…
‘AmaPanyaza’ Given Legal Powers as Peace Officers in Gauteng Amid Cost and Training Debate
Gauteng crime prevention wardens formally declared Peace Officers Picture Credit: Facebook By Aisha Zardad Johannesburg — The Gauteng government has officially declared more than 9 000 crime prevention wardens, known as AmaPanyaza, as Peace Officers, offering them a defined legal status after prolonged uncertainty about their powers, authorities said on Friday. The announcement was made…
More Than 60 Scholar Transport Vehicles Seized in Lenasia Following Safety Concerns
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy on site in Lenasia as officials impound scholar transport vehicles for non-compliance. Picture Credit: GCIS By Aisha Zardad Lenasia — In a major enforcement push on Thursday, January 22, 2026, authorities led by Transport Minister Barbara Creecy impounded more than 60 scholar transport vehicles in Lenasia, Johannesburg, after checks found widespread…
Faith and Support Unite for Families Affected by Vanderbijlpark Scholar Transport Crash
Candlelight ceremony and support efforts continue in the Vaal area in the wake of a fatal scholar transportation collision. Picture Credit: Facebook By Aisha Zardad PRETORIA — Leaders of faith-based groups, trade unions and disaster relief organisations have urged South Africans to unite in prayer and support for the families grieving after the Vanderbijlpark scholar…