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LISTEN | Police in contact with SANDF but deployment would be premature, says Cele

No police station in SA has enough staff and the reason is clear, adds minister

11 August 2022 - 17:27
By Bulelani Nonyukela
Minister Bheki Cele says there is no need to panic at the police's handling of zama zamas.
Image: Ziphozonke Lushaba Minister Bheki Cele says there is no need to panic at the police's handling of zama zamas.

Police minister Bheki Cele has outlined plans to combat zama zamas and crime.

He suspects human trafficking is related to illegal miners. He also mentioned police understaffing.

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The subject of zama zamas has been a hot topic after the arrest of 350 in Krugersdorp, some arrests in connection with the gang rape of eight women in the area. Fourteen suspects have already appeared in court.

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