
Murder and robbery crime rates drop in South Africa
The Minister attributed the improvements in part to the efforts of police officers and communities working together to combat crime.

The Minister attributed the improvements in part to the efforts of police officers and communities working together to combat crime.

Police confirmed that the four arrested suspects include three foreign nationals and one South African citizen.

According to the court, Magangana committed the offences in August 2022 while working as a prosecutor in the Johannesburg cluster of the NPA.

During the march, Minister Ntshavheni condemned the intimidation by some foreign nationals on South Africans who are operating spaza shops.

Moseki confirmed that the station commander acknowledged receipt of the complaint and has committed to initiating an internal investigation.

Drivers described suspects stopping vehicles, removing keys, and using the trucks to block lanes before setting them on fire, accompanied by gunshots.

The police officer was arrested last week Thursday for an alleged rape of a female detainee at the police station on 21 April 2026.

The woman had reportedly been arrested in connection with a domestic violence matter and was alone in the cell at the time.

The case has been postponed to 28 April 2026 to allow for a formal bail application. All nine accused were remanded in custody pending their next court appearance.

The Mayor's office reiterated that the foremost priority is the stability of the city’s administration and the continued provision of essential public services to the residents of Ekurhuleni.