Zimbabweans face SA mass deportation
SAPS conducted the operation across Hillbrow and Johannesburg Central, aiming to combat crime, enforce strict immigration laws, and enhance public safety.
By Staff Reporter
Jul. 5, 2026
Foreign nations mount lawsuit against xenophobes, SA govt
The proposed litigation targets the South African government, the South African Police Service (SAPS) and other State institutions accused of failing to protect foreign nationals.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 26, 2026
Three arrested in SA for alleged Zimbabwe cross-border smuggling operation
Through the assistance of Interpol, authorities confirmed that he is wanted in Benin.
By The Mercury
Apr. 16, 2026
Illegal miners face deportation from SA
The South African Police Services (SAPS) said the 427 suspects were nabbed during an operation code-named ValaUmgodi, which began from May 19.
By Staff Reporter
May. 30, 2025
South African police intercept R3.6m worth of smuggled goods, including Zimbabwean cigarettes
Besides the cigarettes, police also recovered 300 boxes of Adidas sneakers and soccer boots, confirmed to be part of a consignment stolen from Durban Harbour on March 13 this year.
By Rex Mphisa
Apr. 4, 2025
Zimbabwean nabbed over R2 million cigarettes contraband
The contraband was concealed behind empty pallets in the interlinked trailer of the haulage truck he was driving from Zimbabwe.
By Rex Mphisa
Mar. 21, 2025
Two Zimbos arrested in SA with R500,000 dagga
Saps teamed up with local farmers to track the duo, aged 25 and 39 leading to their arrest in the mining town close to the Botswana border.
By Rex Mphisa
Feb. 16, 2025
SA police seize R500 000 Zim-bound smuggled goods
The smugglers rowed their inflatable boats across the swollen river abandoning their contraband as police raided the illegal crossing point.
By Rex Mphisa
Jan. 13, 2025
SA cops re-arrest ‘most wanted’ Zimbo suspect
Musoyi, whose origins in Zimbabwe are yet to be established fled from police custody after outsmarting two police officers.
By Rex Mphisa
Jan. 6, 2025
