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The Citizen
3 days ago
- The Citizen
Police boss plans to take back Johannesburg
Newly appointed Johannesburg District Police Commissioner Major General Nonhlanhla Kubheka has laid out a clear and urgent mission, to unite law enforcement and communities under a shared commitment to safety, visibility, and trust. Speaking at a meet-and-greet session held at the Indaba Hotel in Fourways on July 15, the commissioner said her leadership would be grounded in action, discipline, and meaningful collaboration. 'As the captain of the ship, I will lead.' She outlined a six-pronged mission that prioritises integrated policing, stronger partnerships, and social impact. At the core of her mission is a deep belief that: 'Criminals are very few among us,' and that united communities have the power to shift the tide on crime. She said her first pillar is partnership and collaboration, not only with SAPS and Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD), but also with private security, government departments, and the Community Policing Forum (CPF) structures on the ground. 'The crime is happening in the community, which is why we must work with the community.' Also read: Douglasdale CPF calls for school shoe donations The second pillar is police visibility and crime reduction. Acknowledging limited personnel, Kubheka called for better resource co-ordination and intelligence-led operations. Kubheka highlighted the role of crime prevention wardens as a key force multiplier in overcoming police shortages. Thirdly, she committed to educating officers on the six pillars of the integrated crime and violence prevention strategy, with special emphasis on early intervention among the youth, victim support, and public participation. 'We must plant the seed now to see change in the next generation.' Other mission points include: tackling hijacked buildings, a known breeding ground for crime, and strengthening the mental health and professional development of officers, especially the incoming recruits. Also read: Massive rush of enrolments for SAPS training programme The other focus is on discipline and anti-corruption, which Kubheka sees as essential to rebuilding trust. 'We can't have law enforcement if we are not disciplined and addressing the corruption. Corruption is affecting the discipline. We are losing a lot of members. We are saying we are [dedicated to] the organisation, but we've got a lot of members who are going out the back door because they cannot continue to work with us. They are compromising us. 'Let us remember that effective discipline helps build community trust and maintain the integrity of law enforcement.' While acknowledging the challenges, Kubheka also pointed to recent success stories, particularly in tackling violent and organised crime. 'We have recorded commendable successes through multidisciplinary operations. These include Operation Shanela 2, Valamgodi, and various high-density operations.' Also read: SAPS reunites nearly 18 000 missing persons with families in 5 years Most notably, she highlighted progress in several kidnapping cases, including the breakthrough in the murder case of 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek from Fleurhof. 'In June, we managed to solve about six kidnapping cases and reunited victims with their families. We confiscated firearms, drugs, and made arrests in drunk-driving cases. 'Colleagues, we have seen the crime picture improve for the quarter. I am very proud.' Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration! Have a story idea? We'd love to hear from you – join our WhatsApp group and share your thoughts! At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
09-07-2025
- The Citizen
SAPS sends strong message with 181 arrests during Johannesburg CBD raid
A large-scale, co-ordinated law enforcement operation led by Johannesburg district commissioner Major General Nonhlanhla Kubheka resulted in the arrest of 181 people and the closure of five illegal liquor outlets in the city's CBD on July 5. The multi-disciplinary effort, spearheaded by the SAPS, was done in collaboration with several key agencies, including the departments of Home Affairs and Social Development, the JMPD, the Gauteng Traffic Police, CPF members, City Power and local patrollers. ALSO READ: Over 1000 suspects arrested in Gauteng's weekend crime blitz The operation began with a parade of all the participating units before teams dispersed across Joburg's CBD and Moffatview, targeting nine hijacked and dilapidated buildings previously declared unfit for human occupation. Of the 181 arrests, 150 were of undocumented foreign nationals. Other arrests were for offences ranging from possession of drugs and unlicensed firearms to assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and robbery. The authorities inspected 11 liquor outlets during the operation, closing five for failing to comply with regulations under the Liquor Act. Officers also confiscated an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, crystal meth and nyaope, liquor and an undisclosed amount of cash suspected to be from illicit activity. ALSO READ: Bedfordview CPF strengthens fight against crime with new leadership 'All arrested suspects will appear in court today [July 7],' the SAPS confirmed in a statement. Kubheka commended the seamless collaboration among agencies and reaffirmed the SAPS' commitment to reclaiming the inner city from criminal networks. 'These operations send a clear message: Johannesburg is not a haven for lawlessness,' she said. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
09-07-2025
- The Citizen
Mass arrests and shutdowns in Joburg CBD as police target hijacked buildings
Mass arrests and shutdowns in Joburg CBD as police target hijacked buildings A large-scale, co-ordinated law enforcement operation led by Johannesburg district commissioner Major General Nonhlanhla Kubheka resulted in the arrest of 181 people and the closure of five illegal liquor outlets in the city's CBD on July 5. The multi-disciplinary effort, spearheaded by the SAPS, was done in collaboration with several key agencies, including the departments of Home Affairs and Social Development, the JMPD, the Gauteng Traffic Police, CPF members, City Power and local patrollers. The operation began with a parade of all the participating units before teams dispersed across Joburg's CBD and Moffatview, targeting nine hijacked and dilapidated buildings previously declared unfit for human occupation. ALSO READ: Gauteng SAPS targets armed crime, confiscates over 140 firearms Of the 181 arrests, 150 were of undocumented foreign nationals. Other arrests were for offences ranging from possession of drugs and unlicensed firearms to assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and robbery. The authorities inspected 11 liquor outlets during the operation, closing five for failing to comply with regulations under the Liquor Act. Officers also confiscated an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, crystal meth and nyaope, liquor and an undisclosed amount of cash suspected to be from illicit activity. 'All arrested suspects will appear in court today [July 7],' the SAPS confirmed in a statement. Kubheka commended the seamless collaboration among agencies and reaffirmed the SAPS' commitment to reclaiming the inner city from criminal networks. 'These operations send a clear message: Johannesburg is not a haven for lawlessness,' she said. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
