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    “The Republic of South Africa is governed by the rule of law, not by threats, fear or intimidation. The Constitution will be protected; public safety will be protected… the authority of the State will be upheld.”     This was the sentiment of the chairperson of the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS), Lieutenant-General Tebello Mosikili, during a briefing on Monday night.    This is as NATJOINTS warned protestors taking part in Tuesday’s demonstrations against undocumented migrants not to test the resolve of the

  The City’s Safety and Security Directorate is working closely in support of SAPS and the Department of Home Affairs to deal with any possible disruptions and unrest related to planned anti-illegal immigration protests today, 30 June.   The City says it has activated area-based Joint Operations Centres, which are managed by the Disaster Coordinating Team (DCT) in Goodwood.   Teams continue to monitor for any disruptions and credible threats leading up to 30 June.

  The Western Cape Police says law enforcement agencies are on high alert, with deployments set to unfold strategically at identified locations ahead of the anticipated commencement of the 30 June anti-immigration protest action.   According to Brigadier Novela Potelwa, all six districts within the province have reportedly activated their Joint Operational Centres for coordination purposes.   Integrated operations will comprise key role players such as the SAPS, departments of Home Affairs, Social Development, Health,

  A Malawian national has been arrested at the Beitbridge Port of Entry after authorities discovered explosive cables concealed inside luggage during a routine inspection of an Interlink bus travelling from Malawi.   The interception was made on Sunday by a vigilant border guard from the Border Management Authority (BMA), who flagged suspicious luggage during standard checks. Upon closer inspection, officers discovered explosive cables hidden inside a bag of rice.   The BMA Acting Commissioner,

  Gift of the Givers teams are on site at the Epping Home Affairs Repatriation Centre, where thousands of people, mostly Zimbabweans, are waiting to be processed to return to their home country.   Many people were forced to spend the night outdoors in cold and wet weather.   Gift of the Givers Spokesperson Ali Sablay says a surge in arrivals over the past 24 hours has placed immense pressure on humanitarian resources.   “During