Metro police praised for restoring order in by-law raids
Tshwane police have received praise from the multiparty coalition government for carrying out by-law operations throughout the city.
On behalf of the government, MMC for Community Safety Hannes Coetzee, commended the Tshwane Metro Police Department for executing decisive, lawful action across the city as part of a targeted by-law enforcement campaign.
The operations took place on June 24 in different parts of Tshwane, including regions 1, 4 and 6.
Coetzee said the executed operations are not isolated, as they form part of the metro's strategy to restore order in the city.
'They form part of a broader strategy to restore order, enforce accountability and reclaim public spaces for the people of Tshwane.'
He said in Region 4, multiple businesses received fines for failing to adhere to the by-laws.
'In Centurion, the TMPD issued 14 Section 56 notices to businesses found violating municipal by-laws.
'Lawlessness under the guise of commerce will not be tolerated,' he said.
Illegal structures and traders removed across the City. pic.twitter.com/7sZAcPUQ3s
— City of Tshwane (@CityTshwane) June 25, 2025
He said in Region 4, Mamelodi, two illegal street traders operating in prohibited zones were removed, with confiscations made and notices served.
'This administration is drawing a clear line that our streets will not be surrendered to disorder.'
He further said a crackdown was comprehensive in Region 1, as by-laws were enforced in the region.
'In Mabopane, 11 illegal structures were demolished. In Winternest, 79 unlawful structures were dismantled in a co-ordinated effort involving the crime prevention and land invasion units.'
He said illegal advertisements were removed, goods were seized, and offenders were served with enforcement notices.
Coetzee said the operations were not just enforcement, but a reaffirmation of the rule of law in Tshwane.
'We are rebuilding a city founded on respect, order and justice. The days of impunity are over.
'Let this stand as a warning to those who defy the law and a promise to residents who demand a city that works. We are taking action, and we will not yield to injustice,' he said
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