10 illegally installed transformers linked to large-scale electricity theft were dismantled and destroyed during a joint City Power, Eskom, SAPS and JMPD operation in Kya Sands, Randburg.
One suspect was arrested and detained at Douglasdale Police Station after being found in possession of a transformer used for illegal connections.
Authorities also seized cables and aluminium conductors used to unlawfully connect to the power grid.
Officials say criminal syndicates continue to reinstall illegal infrastructure despite previous crackdowns in the area.
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For those of you struggling to connect the dots or unable to understand what those texts reveal, this is the bigger picture. Julius Malema and his connections to the illicit cigarette mafia is now undeniable and his stance on Spaza shops and local ownership is becoming crystal clear.👍🏾👇🏾
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Take what Mr Ramaphosa said last night with a pinch of salt. We pushed him in 2020 to address illegal immigration and listen to what he said.
6 years later the promises remain empty, excuses endless, and the situation continues to spiral out of control.
South Africans! 🇿🇦
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Respect for education is important, but it cannot be a one-way demand.
Educated people also carry the responsibility of demonstrating critical thinking, intellectual honesty, and logical consistency.
When people with qualifications repeatedly make arguments that contradict observable reality or common sense, they shouldn't be surprised when others question the value of those qualifications.
Education earns respect not through certificates, but through the quality of thought it produces.
To label citizens who demand that their government fully enforce immigration laws without fear, favor, or prejudice as xenophobes, charlatans, extortionists, or lumpen elements is a misdiagnosis of the genuine safety, security, and sovereignty risks posed by porous borders. When government leadership fails to uphold its social contract with the people, it is inevitable that a leader will emerge from among the masses to champion their concerns.
The Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Model cautions against relying solely on avoidance or competition when managing conflicts. Applying this framework, protests against illegal immigration should be approached with careful diagnosis and constructive interventions. Dismissing or threatening protestors through labels and or unleashing the mighty hand of the law on them not only undermines legitimate grievances but also escalates tensions.
A balanced response by government and embassies requires acknowledging the citizens’ concerns, engaging in dialogue, and implementing fair solutions that strengthen both national security and social cohesion. Only then can conflict be transformed into an opportunity for trust-building and effective governance. Political rhetoric or sloganeering will not persuade the citizens to back down, because their demands are rooted in concrete lived realities rather than abstract words.
(Writing in personal capacity)
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@Sinawo_Thambo That solidarity included many countries around the world, yet South Africa is now branded as committing “white genocide” because of the Dubul’ ibhunu song. It’s alarming how easily narratives can shape people’s thinking. 🤷🏾♀️
Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala will face fresh charges of fraud, money laundering and corruption related to his tainted R360m SAPS tender. Senior police officers will join him in the dock.
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