The South African Police Service (SAPS) have seized more than R30 million in fakes, according to government news. Counterfeit goods, including branded clothing, are big business for criminals – though sometimes crime really doesn’t pay off. A sting by the Counterfeit Unit uncovered millions worth of counterfeit items. The items were confiscated, and those selling … Read more
Reporting crime is serious business, and a report that’s made could stop a criminal act from happening – as well as making the correct authorities aware that there’s a need for investigation. Authorities like the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), the South African Police Service (SAPS), and Eskom all have specific hotlines where reports … Read more
Noupoort Christian Care Centre (NCCC) was a “rehabilitation facility” closed in 2001, and then shut down again in 2004. After the deaths of several patients were reported, the Department of Social Development (DSD) ordered the private-run facility to close – additionally, the facility never had the adequate paperwork to legally operate. ALSO READ: Witchcraft in … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is the government agency that’s in charge of dispensing millions of social grants to those who are in need of assistance. Grants that include the R350-SRD Grant, the Disability Grant, and the Child Support Grant are issued through this agency every month. More applicants are approved as the … Read more
