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A 30-year-old former driving school instructor from Limpopo, was arrested on 03 June 2025 during a joint operation by the Polokwane #Hawks’ Serious Corruption Investigation and the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) for alleged corruption.

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 ‼️𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒‼️ A 30-year-old former driving school instructor from Limpopo, was arrested on 03 June 2025 during a joint operation by the Polokwane #Hawks’ Serious Corruption Investigation and the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) for alleged corruption. It is alleged that between 2020 and 2021, the suspect acted as an intermediary in fraudulent activities involving officials attached to the Lephalale Testing Station, while employed as a driving school instructor in Lephalale. The arrest forms part of an ongoing investigation that has already led to the arrest of 14 other suspects, including traffic officials, driving school owners, and a former traffic examiner between February and June 2025. The suspect will appear in the Lephalale Magistrate’s Court on 04 June 2025.

BREAKING NEWS: HAWKS MADE MORE ARRESTS

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  THE HAWKS ARRESTS TRAFFIC OFFICER AND DRIVING SCHOOLS OWNERS FOR ALLEGED CORRUPTION RELATED OFFENCES   LEPHALALE  Four suspects, two driving schools owners,Traffic Officer (examiner), and a former Traffic officer (former examiner) between the ages of 37 and 61 were arrested for alleged fraud, corruption and money laundering at Lephalale this morning on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.  According to the information obtained from the Hawks Limpopo spokesperson Warrant Officer Lethunya Mmuroa, it alleged that during 2021, the examiners attached to Lephalale Testing Station connived with the driving schools owners and defrauded the Department of Road and Transport by issuing learners and driver's lisences to the applicants without following proper procedures in return of gratification.  The information was brought to the attention of the Polokwane based Hawks' Serious Corruption Investigation (SCI) and the Road Traffic Management Cooperation (RTMC).   A joined investi...

‼️BREAKING NEWS‼️ GBVF PERPETRATOR ALERT: POLICE SEARCH FOR AN AFRICAN MALE WHO USES THE NAME OF JOHN DRIVING A WHITE VW POLO WITH A CLONED NUMBER PLATE: LT 57 JG GP

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 ‼️BREAKING NEWS‼️ GBVF PERPETRATOR ALERT: POLICE SEARCH FOR AN AFRICAN MALE WHO USES THE NAME OF JOHN DRIVING A WHITE VW POLO WITH A CLONED NUMBER PLATE: LT 57 JG GP Gauteng, 26 May 2025: The South African Police Service has activated resources and teams to hunt down an African male who uses the name of John (pseudonym) and drives a vw polo fitted with a cloned number plate that belong to a Toyota Hilux. The cloned number plate is LT 57 JG GP.  The man is wanted in connection with the alleged murder of a 30-year-old female.  Olorato Mongale went on a date with her alleged killer who picked her up from her residential complex driving a white vw polo. During investigations it emerged that   the vehicle is fitted with fake registration number plates. The fake registration number plate is : LT 57 JG GP.  The man fetched Olorato at her residential complex in Athol, Johannesburg at around 15:00 pm on Sunday, 25 May 2025. He drove with the victim in the township of Al...

POLICE LAUNCH MANHUNT AFTER FOREIGN NATIONAL MALE KILLED IN SUSPECTED VIGILANTE ATTACK

Lephalale – The Police in Lephalale have launched a manhunt for suspects following the brutal murder of a foreign national man aged 39, in what appears to be a vigilante attack on Monday morning, 12 May 2025 at about 08:00 at Marapong Extension 3. Police were called to the scene, following reports of mob justice in the area. Upon arrival, officers discovered an African male lying on the ground, severely assaulted, bleeding and partially clothed. Emergency medical services were immediately summoned, and the victim was transported to the local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The case, initially opened as Assault with Intent to Cause Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH), has since been converted to murder. The motive behind the killing is still under investigation. No arrests have been made yet. Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has strongly condemned the incident: "Vigilantism has no place in our society and constitutes a serious criminal offense. We...

POLOKWANE: The Provincial Commissioner of police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe applauded the good work by men and women in blue who worked tirelessly resulting in the apprehension of a 27 year old male suspect in connection with a brutal murder of a woman who's body was found covered with a plastic bag.

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(Alleged Suspect) (Alleged Victim) The police in Tinmyne under Waterberg District were alerted to this gruesome discovery of a lifeless body of female victim,  which was in an advanced state of decomposition, wrapped with a plastic bag under the bridge on Sunday 23 March 2025 at about 13:10 .  Responding to the gruesome scen, the police conducted an intelligence driven operation led by SAPS Mahwelereng detectives and Tinmyn. The operation yielded positive results and a suspect was identified and subsequently  arrested at Mookgophong on Saturday, 12 April 2025. Preliminary reports revealed that the suspect allegedly committed murder at Rosslyn, Pretoria north in Gauteng, then disposed of her body at Mamatlakala bridge village in Limpopo Province Waterberg District. The suspect made his first court appearance on Monday, 14 April 2025, and he will appear again in Pretoria North Magistrate's court soon. The motive of the incident is unknown at this stage and postmortem analys...

Accident on R510: Serious Accident near Machauka Lodge: White Bakkie Involved in Cyclist Collision

   ( "Viewer discretion advised: The incident video involves a potentially serious collision between a vehicle and a cyclist. Details may be disturbing to some viewers.") Lephalale,   Saturday 12 April 2025 - A grave incident occurred this past Saturday at the vicinity of Machauka Lodge on R510 road, where a cyclist was reportedly run over by a white bakkie that allegedly entered the gravel area. The event unfolded around midday, raising significant concern among local residents.   Witness accounts indicate that the bakkie veered off the main road onto a gravel path where the cyclist was present, leading to the unfortunate collision. The seriousness of the injuries sustained by the cyclist is yet to be disclosed, but the incident has highlighted urgent discussions on road safety in the area.

Grannies International Football Tournament 2025: A Celebration of Ageless Passion and Determination

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As the world gears up for the 2025 Grannies International Football Tournament, anticipation and excitement fill the air, with South Africa proudly hosting the Grannies World Cup yet again. This remarkable event isn't just about football; it's about shattering stereotypes, celebrating diversity, and showcasing the indomitable spirit of women from around the globe. A Celebration of Strength and Unity The Grannies World Cup is an extraordinary platform that allows women, often labeled by age, to redefine the narrative. This tournament brings together teams from South Africa, the USA, France, Togo, Zambia, Mozambique, Ghana, and Kenya. It's a rich tapestry of cultures, talents, and stories converging on the football field, echoing the universal message that passion knows no boundaries. Representing South Africa: The Dikgoshigadi Grannies Among the star-studded lineup of teams is South Africa’s own Dikgoshigadi Grannies from Lephalale. Their participation is a testament to the t...