Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime

Violence and political killings in South Africa

4 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Cyril Ramaphosa expresses concern over political killings

South Africa is experiencing a surge in violent crime, specifically through political assassinations and high-casualty mass shootings. Between January and September 2026, at least 43 people were killed in suspected polit

Drug manufacturing and trafficking in South Africa

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: South Africa drug labs: Police dismantle multi-million-rand manufacturing facilities

Law enforcement operations in South Africa have targeted various illicit drug manufacturing and distribution activities. In September 2026, police conducted raids in the Sedibeng district of Gauteng, dismantling hydropon