Police minister
Q2 crime stats show 1,056 more murders, rape up by 7%
Police Minister Bheki Cele and SAPS management on Friday briefed Parliament's police committee about the latest numbers - which cover the July unrest that...
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GBV took a serious turn after alcohol ban was lifted - Police Minister
Police Minister Bheki Cele said that after the alcohol ban was lifted on 1 June 2020 the country appeared to see an increase in gender-based violence cases.
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[WATCH] New police minister delares war on crime
Fikile Mbalula has promised an intense war against criminals, saying the police are not going to be soft in fighting crime and dealing with criminals.
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Nhleko tells police committee to expect more ‘tarnishing’ claims about him
The police minister appeared before the committee on Wednesday to discuss various issues including allegations of R30m tender.
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DA to lodge complaint against Nhleko for reportedly handing girlfriend tender
The DA has previously questioned the payment in Parliament but says the police minister deliberately gave vague answers.
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Spotlight on crimes against women & children
Minister Nkosinathi Nhleko is concerned about the high number of crimes against women & children in Gauteng.
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Elections: SAPS deployments
The number of SAPS members deployed to voting stations will be determined by a risk assessment.
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Mthethwa lauds Dewani extradition
The police minister has commended officials for the way Dewani's extradition has been handled.
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Mthethwa: Only the best will join SAPS
Nathi Mthethwa told potential police recruits he wants to ensure the best candidates are selected.
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'Appointing McBride would be unethical'
A criminologist says McBride’s IPID appointment would be an example of cadre deployment.
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McBride nominated as new IPID head
The Police Minister has reportedly nominated Robert McBride as the new head of the IPID.
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No plans to suspend Phiyega
Nathi Mthethwa has reiterated there are no plans to suspend Phiyega.
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Mthethwa deciding on Phiyega scandal
Nathi Mthethwa asks for patience as he decides how to deal with the Riah Phiyega scandal.
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892 cops charged
At least 22 officers were suspended, eight with their salaries and 14 without pay.
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Mthethwa praises communities
The police minister says help from the community has been invaluable in the fight against crime.
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‘Fight against crime on the right track’
Crucial crime categories like murder, house robberies and hijackings increased in the past year.
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Mthethwa's 'practical' power questioned
Hugh Glenister & Helen Suzman Foundation brought court action against the Police Amendment Act.
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Zille wants gang unit reinstated
Helen Zille says the Police Minister’s refusal to reinstate the gang unit is a slap in the face.
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'Dirty cops should be exposed'
The Police Minister also called on communities to help fight crime.
