Heidelberg Correctional Facility raided by EST and SAPS

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GAUTENG - On Monday, 8 December 2025, the Anti-Gang Unit (AGU), under the leadership of Lieutenant Colonel Arends, conducted a search operation at the Heidelberg Correctional Facility. This initiative was executed in collaboration with facility management, including the Communications Department, the Emergency Support Team (EST), and various units of the South African Police Service (SAPS). The operation involved the search of over 100 inmates, resulting in the confiscation of numerous illegal items, including cellphones, chargers, earphones, a laptop, cash, dagga, tattoo machines, and various grocery items. On Wednesday, 10 December 2025, the #AGU returned to the Boksburg Correctional Facility for another search of approximately 150 inmates, resulting in the seizure of contraband such as multiple cellphones, a mini hi-fi, chargers, a knife, various grocery items, dagga, and cash. Further charges were imposed on the inmates found in possession of these contraband items. Lt ...
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#BacktoSchool: Western Cape Premier joins Grades 1s on first day of school

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CAPE TOWN - Western Cape Premier Alan Winde witnessed only tears of joys from parents and curious little faces when he visited a school in Cape Town to welcome the newbies this morning.

The academic calendar kicked started today, Wednesday, 15 January, a significant period in many children, parents and guardians lives.

"There was not a tear shed by any of our Grade 1s (but definitely by some loved ones) at Timour Hall Primary School as they kicked off the new academic year, only excitement!" Winde reflected on his visit after a candid interaction with some of the newbies.

The Premier was joined by Western Cape Provincial Minister of Education David Maynier to wish some of the learners 'all the best for 2025' as they start their education journey. 

"After our sterling 2024 results, I'm more excited than ever for what the future holds for these learners," said Winde.

Meanwhile, Alderman JP Smith, MMC for Safety and Security, appealed to parents to make sure the vehilce used  for learner transportation is safe and registered for Learner Transport.

"Only vehicles that comply with legislated safety standards and that were manufactured after 1 September 2006 (except for the 2005 Toyota Quantum) may be used. 

"Any form of public transport must be registered according to national regulations. This includes the vehicle being safe and suitable for the purpose, but also requires the driver to be correctly licensed and holding a valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP), and holding a valid permit for Learner Transport," Smith cautioned.



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