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Rising Crime Rates in North West: A Growing Concern
Recent crime statistics reveal a troubling rise in criminal activity across the North West province. The alarming figures were presented by Wessels Morweng, the MEC for Community Safety, during the release of the 2024/2025 first-quarter crime report in Mahikeng. His report underscores the urgency of enhancing security measures for individuals, families, and businesses in the region.
Operation "Vala Umgodi"
The enforcement operations conducted under the banner of "Vala Umgodi" have resulted in the apprehension of 12 individuals across three separate incidents. These arrests were made on grounds of possessing gold-bearing material and violating the Immigration Act, 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002).