Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says organised crime is growing more complex, requiring new strategies.

Gang-related crime in South Africa is widespread, but is under-reported outside hotspots such as the Cape Flats in Cape Town or Westbury in Johannesburg. In these areas gangs are deeply rooted and ...

Opposition parties demand urgent action as gang violence surges in the Western Cape, claiming 195 lives in January. Concerns ...

As South Africa approaches 2026, experts warn of a surge in organised crime and cyber threats, with crime syndicates gaining ...

As gang violence tightens its grip on the Cape Flats, President Cyril Ramaphosa says calling in the army could help, but only ...

I do not believe that we are currently in a position to defeat these gangs.”While acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia believes the police are making a “valiant effort”, and certain developments wit ...

By Ayox OjoSouth Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed sadness over a string of tragedies in various parts of the country over the weekend and today, Monday, 19, January, 2026.According to ...

Amid rising gang violence in the Western Cape, the Acting Minister of Police admits that SAPS is ill-equipped to handle the ...

Pressure is mounting on government to take tougher action against gang violence, with civil society group Fight Against Crime ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Nine people were killed and at least 10 wounded when a group of about 12 gunmen opened fire at a pub in a township ...

Gang-related crime in South Africa is widespread, but is under-reported outside hotspots such as the Cape Flats in Cape Town or Westbury in Johannesburg. In these areas gangs are deeply rooted and ...