A multi-agency operation in Theunissen led to several arrests and the seizure of illegal gold-bearing material and mining equipment.
Authorities in Matjhabeng are intensifying crackdowns on illegal mining, resulting in multiple arrests, equipment seizures, and ongoing operations against criminal syndicates.
Two SANDF soldiers die after falling down abandoned mine shaft while pursuing illegal miners west of Johannesburg on Friday morning.
A total of 217 suspected illegal miners were arrested at the Losberg Kloof Mine at Westonaria as part of the multidisciplinary law enforcement Operation Prosper.
Joint operations against illegal mining in the Free State led to multiple arrests, firearm seizures, and recoveries of gold and copper.
Joint Operation Prosper in Lejweleputswa led to multiple arrests, seizures of illegal firearms, gold, and copper cables, addressing illicit mining.
Law enforcement disrupted illegal mining in Free State, arresting multiple suspects and seizing gold-bearing materials and equipment.
The Gauteng High Court has ordered the South African National Defence Force to pay legal costs after relocating Operation Prosper troops from Fort iKapa.
Security forces arrested six suspects during Operation Prosper in Welkom, targeting illegal mining and associated crimes. The operation included the South African Police, Defence Force, and private security. Arrests were…
Deputy President Mashatile’s Mitchells Plain visit to assess Operation Prosper was marred by CPF exclusions and community anger over gang violence.