The North West MEC for the Department of Community Safety and Transport Management, Wessels Morweng, has welcomed the arrest of five police officers for stock theft and possession of endangered animals. The three detectives are stationed in Vryburg and were granted bail of R1000 each by the Vryburg Magistrates Court for allegedly stealing four sheep belonging to a local farmer. According to the police, the suspects were caught on security cameras loading the sheep into a vehicle, which was later…

The Mahikeng Local Municipality in North West is stepping up its commitment to community safety and resilience by hosting its inaugural Disaster Management Summit. This pivotal event aims to address the increasing frequency of both natural and man-made disasters, a pressing concern as communities across the region grapple with environmental, economic, and social challenges. In recent years, Mahikeng has faced a rising tide of disasters, with many residents displaced due to severe flooding, strong winds, and ravaging veld fires that…

In the community of Mqanduli in the Eastern Cape, an eight-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the tragic death of his seven-year-old cousin. The accident unfolded on Thursday at Nothintwa locality, Ngcwanguba, when the young boy allegedly shot his cousin with his father’s firearm, bringing to light pressing questions about firearm safety and child supervision. According to police spokesperson Welile Matyholo, the incident occurred after the eight-year-old accessed the weapon located in his father’s bedroom. In a moment…