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IOL News
18 hours ago
- IOL News
JMPD seizes R280,000 worth of drugs in Hillbrow operation
JMPD seize R280 000 worth of drugs in Hillbrow Image: Supplied JMPD/ Xolani Fihla The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) seized drugs with an estimated street value of R280,000 in Hillbrow. JMPD spokesperson, Superintendent Xolani Fihla said the JMPD were acting on a tip-off about drugs in the area and found drugs, including crack rock with an estimated street value of R92,000, and Nyaope with a street value of R187,500 at a well-known drug den. "The intelligence-led operation yielded a considerable haul of dangerous substances, preventing them from reaching the streets and harming our communities." Fihla said they did not make any arrests, however, they have launched an intensive manhunt for those responsible for this illicit operation. "Investigations are actively underway to identify and arrest the individuals involved in the distribution of these harmful substances." JMPD Chief of Police Commissioner Patrick Jaca said: "This operation is a testament to the JMPD's unwavering commitment to eradicating drug-related crime from our city." "We will continue to work tirelessly, utilising all available resources and intelligence, to dismantle drug networks and bring offenders to justice," Jaca said. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading The Johannesburg CBD has had multiple crime incidents executed by suspects believed to be fending for their drug use habit. IOL previously reported on issues of drug use and drug abuse in the city, ranging from school children, toddlers and adults. Jaca has in light of this development urged community members to continue providing valuable information that assists us in these crucial efforts." Fihla said the JMPD remains dedicated to creating a safer Johannesburg for all its residents and indicated that they will provide updates as the investigation progresses. The Star
TimesLIVE
18 hours ago
- TimesLIVE
About R280,000 worth of Nyaope and Rock seized in Hillbrow drug bust
The Johannesburg metro police department's (JMPD) tactical response unit and the undercover unit have seized drugs worth about R280,000 in Hillbrow. The department carried out an operation on Wednesday after receiving a tip-off. An estimated R92,000 worth of Rock and R187,500 of Nyaope was confiscated. JMPD chief of police commissioner Patrick Jaca said no arrests have been made so far; however, JMPD has launched a manhunt for those responsible for the operation. 'This operation is a testament to the JMPD's unwavering commitment to eradicating drug-related crime from our city,' Jaca said. 'We will continue to work tirelessly, using all available resources and intelligence to dismantle drug networks and bring offenders to justice. We urge community members to continue providing valuable information that assists us in these crucial efforts.'
The Citizen
20 hours ago
- The Citizen
JMPD seizes almost R280k worth of drugs in Hillbrow raid
No arrests were made during the raid at a drug den in Hillbrow. The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) dealt a blow to drug trafficking operations on Wednesday. Officers seized narcotics worth nearly R280 000 during a raid on a known drug den in Hillbrow. Crack valued at R92 000 and Nyaope worth R187 500 was seized during the operation. The total street value of confiscated drugs reached R279 500. JMPD intelligence-led operation targets drug den The JMPD's tactical response unit conducted the raid based on a tip-off. The raid, targeting a location known for drug distribution activities, was executed without incident, said JMPD spokesperson, Superintendent Xolani Fihla. 'The intelligence-led operation yielded a considerable haul of dangerous substances, preventing them from reaching the streets and harming our communities,' he said. ALSO READ: Mother in custody after video of 3-year-old boy allegedly smoking drugs [VIDEO] Manhunt launched for drug den suspects No arrests were made. 'The JMPD has launched an intensive manhunt for those responsible for this illicit operation,' Fihla said. Investigations are underway to identify the individuals involved in distributing the drugs and track them down. ALSO READ: Northern Cape man who killed sister's baby while high on tik escapes life sentence JMPD commitment to fighting drug crime JMPD Chief of Police, Commissioner Patrick Jaca, said the operation demonstrates the department's ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal networks in the city. 'This operation is a testament to the JMPD's unwavering commitment to eradicating drug-related crime from our city,' he said. 'We will continue to work tirelessly, utilising all available resources and intelligence, to dismantle drug networks and bring offenders to justice.' Community assistance requested The JMPD has called on residents to provide information that could assist in future operations. 'We urge community members to continue providing valuable information that assists us in these crucial efforts,' the commissioner said. Fihla added that further developments in the case would be communicated to the public as they become available. READ NEXT: Woman nabbed at OR Tambo airport with 10kg of cocaine
IOL News
29-06-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
Proof that caring governments can deliver
The City of Tshwane's Section 79 Utility Services committee is pleased with the progress of the Rooiwaal Wastewater Treatment Plant's refurbishment. Image: .Bongani Shilubane / Independent Newspapers The City of Tshwane's recent achievements during the last two Council meetings and today at Hammanskraal prove that caring governments can deliver spatial, social, economic and environmental justice for South Africa', says GOOD's Councillor Sarah Mabotsa, the Tshwane Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Development and Spatial Planning. Today at Hammanskraal, the handover of Module 2 of the Klipdrift Water Treatment Plant means safe water is coming to more homes in Hammanskraal. The neighbourhoods of Kudube - Units 1, 2, 3, 6, 10 and Unit D, Jubilee Tower, Jubilee Direct, Dominican Tower, and some areas of Majakaneng will benefit from Module 2's water supply. This expands the areas of Hammaskraal that have since January 2025 benefited from Module 1's water supply (namely Mandela Village, Marokolong, Ramotse, Kekana Gardens/Steve Bikoville and Babelegi Industrial area). In 2023, dozens of Hammanskraal residents tragically died from a cholera outbreak. The provision of safe, reliable water in taps is something most South Africans take for granted, and, finally, for the residents of Hammanskraal, in 2025, this is becoming a reality. Access to clean water and a healthy environment is a Constitutional right of every South African. This week, the City of Tshwane's Council also approved the multi-party coalition government's initiation of a public participation process to commence for the Urban Forestry Tree Protection By-Law. The City of Tshwane is known as the Jacaranda City, but these and many other trees in our parks, road reserves and other public open spaces are being vandalised and sometimes illegally removed. Trees and urban forests are proven to mitigate the impacts of climate change, and these green spaces provide important environmental assets for communities. We must protect and preserve our natural assets and ensure that the environment of the city is managed and enhanced for future generations. GOOD has also supported the transfer of 1,007 City-owned residences to a non-profit housing entity, Housing Company Tshwane, to provide more affordable housing in well-located parts of the city. The total municipal value of the 1,007 residential properties approved for transfer to the non-profit Housing Company Tshwane is approximately R92 million. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ The Housing Company Tshwane is a City-owned company that can offer homes for rent at less than the market rate. These below-market rentals provide housing to the so-called 'missing middle' segment of the market, to those households with a combined income of less than R22,000 per month. According to the Centre for Affordable Housing Finance in Africa, the City of Tshwane's residential market by value is the third largest in South Africa (after Cape Town and Johannesburg), and almost one quarter of Tshwane's households are tenants. The provision of affordable, well-located rental accommodation that is close to economic centres helps more workers to afford to live closer to their place of employment. The rental units transferred to Housing Company Tshwane are in the centrally-located suburbs of Capital Park, Silverton, Eloffsdal, Villiera, Wolmer, Daspoort, Danville, Claremont, Arcadia and Proclamation Hill. Bringing people closer to their jobs is an underlying principle of both spatial and economic justice and serves to reverse some of the cruel legacy of apartheid, which placed black, coloured and indian people very far from economic opportunities. The provision of more affordable rental apartments in centrally-located areas of the city means that more residents can afford to live close to their places of work. This will save hours of commuting time and reduce costly transport costs, meaning more money in their pockets and more time with their families. A reduction in transport distances is also good news for the whole city, as this tends to reduce air pollution from transport emissions (achieving some environmental justice) and shorter commutes help reduce traffic congestion. GOOD is proud to be part of the City of Tshwane's multi-party coalition government. The work for Spatial, Social. Economic and Environmental Justice for South Africans is central to the objectives of GOOD, as this is the pathway to a safer, more prosperous, equitable, inclusive and sustainable society. Sarah Mabotsa, GOOD City of Tshwane Councillor and MMC for Economic Development and Spatial Planning
The South African
28-06-2025
- Business
- The South African
South Africa's millionaires pack their bags for UAE
South Africa continues to experience a significant outflow of wealth, as the country saw 250 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) – those with assets exceeding $1 million (R17.88 million) – emigrate in 2024, according to the latest Henley & Partners Wealth Migration Report. The departure of these individuals has resulted in an estimated R28 billion in wealth leaving the country. This forms part of a broader trend, with South Africa's millionaire population shrinking by 12% over the past decade. In 2014, there were approximately 46 800 dollar-millionaires in the country. That figure dropped to 37 400 in 2024, marking a net loss of over 9 000 HNWIs. Globally, 134 000 millionaires migrated in 2024, with that number expected to rise to 142 000 in 2025. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) led the list of top destinations, gaining 9 800 millionaires and roughly R63 billion in new wealth. In contrast, the United Kingdom experienced the greatest outflow, losing 16 500 millionaires, with R92 billion in wealth departing the country. Despite the trend of dollar-millionaires exiting South Africa, the country has seen growth in rand-based millionaires. Data from the South African Revenue Service (SARS) shows that 569 351 individuals earned over R1 million annually in 2024 – a 16% increase from the previous year. These individuals now make up 3.94% of the 14.45 million registered taxpayers, up from 3.45%. Henley & Partners note that economic uncertainty, political instability, and crime remain key push factors behind South Africa's ongoing wealth migration. However, the growth in the number of local tax-paying millionaires suggests that while global investors may be leaving, South Africans continue to build wealth locally – albeit in rands, not dollars. As pressure mounts to retain skilled professionals and investors, economists suggest that policy certainty, improved security, and economic reform will be essential to reverse the exodus and rebuild long-term investor confidence. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
