Golden Arrow has confirmed that the driver involved in the fatal multi-vehicle crash on Robert Sobukwe Road on Monday morning, which left two people dead, has been suspended.

Spokesperson Bronwen Dyke-Beyer said the suspension follows standard company procedure.

“According to preliminary information available at this stage, one of our buses was involved in a collision after encountering stationary vehicles on the roadway and attempting to avoid them. In line with company procedure, the driver has been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation. Golden Arrow is cooperating fully with the relevant authorities, and our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragic incident.”

The South African Police Service (SAPS) confirmed that Bishop Lavis police attended to the scene, where several vehicles, including a bus, were found damaged on the side of the road.

Police spokesperson FC Van Wyk says multiple people were injured in the crash, which resulted in two fatalities.

“Several persons were injured and taken to nearby medical facilities for treatment. The bus had no passengers, and the driver sustained no injuries. A blue Opel Astra vehicle was found with a 29-year-old driver, who sustained slight injuries to his head and leg. He had no passengers,” said Van Wyk.

He added that a Datsun company vehicle was also involved.

“A driver of unknown age sustained serious injuries to his head and legs, while a passenger sustained slight injuries to the leg. Both were transported to hospital by medical personnel. Another passenger in the vehicle was declared dead at the scene.”

Van Wyk further confirmed that a 45-year-old pedestrian, who was on his way to work, was also killed in the crash.

A Kia delivery vehicle was also involved, with the driver sustaining serious injuries to the head and legs, while a 24-year-old passenger suffered minor injuries. Both were taken to hospital for treatment.

According to the passenger, they were en route to deliver Blue Ribbon bread at the time of the crash.

Bishop Lavis police have opened a case of culpable homicide as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the accident.

This article has been updated with the latest information 

More counterfeit goods were confiscated in Bellville. The latest integrated operation was carried out on Tuesday, 16 June 2026. According to SAPS, several law enforcement agencies were involved. At the same time, shops in the vicinity where another raid took place less than a week ago were targeted.

More counterfeit goods were confiscated in Bellville in less than a week

Officers say high-end counterfeit branded clothing, shoes, bags, watches, sunglasses, caps and branded packaging were seized. Members raided over 40 shops in Bellville yesterday.

The combined total of counterfeit goods seized in 2 raids within a week exceeds R100-million.

Fake goods worth more than R100-million were seized at a Bellville shopping complex

Lt Col Amanda van Wyk says officers from the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) National and Western Cape Counterfeit and Illicit Goods Units took part in the raids. Various internal and external stakeholders supported them.

In yesterday’s operation, counterfeit goods with an estimated value of R10 million were confiscated during the multi-disciplinary operation at a shopping complex in Bellville.

Multi-disciplinary team

Van Wyk added that the multi-disciplinary team comprised members from SAPS, the Cape Town Metropolitan Police Department, City of Cape Town Law Enforcement and brand protectors.

The trade in counterfeit and illicit goods threatens the country’s economy

She says this follows a similar takedown operation a week ago, conducted at the same shopping complex. During that operation, members seized counterfeit goods valued at over R98 million. Van Wyk elaborated that combined, the two operations resulted in the seizure of counterfeit goods, worth more than R100 million, within a week.

The Police have also reiterated that these operations form part of nationwide efforts to dismantle the trade in counterfeit and illicit goods. SAPS says the trade in counterfeit and illicit goods threatens public safety, legitimate businesses and the country’s economy.

DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has confirmed that following a careful assessment of the DA’s team in the Government of National Unity, he has written to President Cyril Ramaphosa to inform him of several changes to the party’s representation in the National Executive.

Rapport first reported on the changes on Wednesday morning.

The most notable change is the removal of John Steenhuisen as Agriculture Minister. Willie Aucamp, himself a farmer, will replace Steenhuisen.

The Western Cape Government will lose its Education MEC, David Maynier, who has been called up to replace Aucamp as Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.

Hill-Lewis says he believes the renewed team announced today will “strengthen the DA’s contribution to government and give better effect to the mandate received from 3.5 million voters in the 2024 elections.”

He says Aucamp’s immediate mandate as new Agriculture Minister will be to resolve the ongoing legal proceedings relating to Foot and Mouth disease and to “work with the entire sector to overcome the crisis and restore confidence through accelerated practical steps to bring the crisis under control.”

Steenhuisen has faced increasing criticism from some in the farming sector over his handling of the FMD crisis, with accusations that he was dragging his feet to allow full private-sector involvement in vaccine procurement and administration.

The former DA leader has not been completely left out in the wilderness. Steenhuisen will replace Alexandra Abrahams as Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, while Abrahams will be moved to the role of Deputy Minister of Electricity and Energy.

Meanwhile, Yusuf Cassim, the DA’s Eastern Cape Deputy Provincial Chairperson, will be appointed Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, while Jack Bloom, the longest-serving member of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature, will take up the position of Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation.

The changes mean three DA Deputy Ministers have lost their posts: Samantha Graham-Mare (former DM for Electricity and Energy), Mimmy Gondwe (former DM for Higher Education) and Sello Seitlholo (former DM for Water and Sanitation).

Hill-Lewis says these changes demonstrate DA “values in action.”

“We believe in accountability in public office, high standards of performance, and responsiveness to the needs of South Africans.”

“In every decision I take, no matter how difficult, I seek to advance the attainment of an open, opportunity society for all – a society in which every person can live a life of value. These changes will enhance the DA’s ability to give effect to that vision for South Africa.”

The City of Cape Town has renewed calls for Transnet to accelerate initiatives to improve efficiencies at the Port of Cape Town, which has been ranked the “worst performing” port in the world by the 2025 World Bank Container Port Performance Index (CPPI).

Cape Town placed 400th out of 400 ports assessed, with the report citing that persistent weather disruptions and equipment reliability issues continue to undermine operations at the port.

The report found that vessels faced long delays, with Cape Town’s performance deteriorating sharply since the last index.

The Mayoral Committee for Economic Growth, James Vos, says South Africa cannot afford a port that underperforms, and all options for structural improvement, including increased private sector involvement in operations, must be considered urgently.

“While Transnet has made investments to improve port operations, we are still not seeing this improvement reflected in the latest global port rankings. This should concern everyone who cares about economic growth, exports, investment and job creation in South Africa.”

Vos says the Port of Cape Town continues to struggle with operational inefficiencies that undermine competitiveness and frustrate exporters.

“The City notes the encouraging steps taken by port authorities to improve efficiencies, including Requests for Proposals to operate the Liquid Bulk Terminal and a cold storage terminal, as greater private sector involvement at the port cannot come soon enough. The City will continue to provide its full support to port authorities in reforming port inefficiencies.”

He says in engagements with businesses, exporters, and investors, one issue consistently rises to the top of the agenda: the performance of the Port of Cape Town.

“Whether it is agricultural producers trying to get fresh produce to overseas markets, manufacturers moving goods through supply chains, or logistics operators attempting to plan with certainty, the message is remarkably consistent. The port remains one of the biggest constraints on economic growth in the Western Cape.”

Research commissioned by the Western Cape Government found that a more efficient Port of Cape Town could unlock approximately R6 billion in additional exports, support nearly 20 000 jobs, generate more than R1.6 billion in additional tax revenue and add meaningful growth to the provincial economy.

“Cape Town should have one of the most efficient ports on the African continent. We are strategically located on one of the world’s busiest shipping routes. We are home to a diverse and growing economy, world-class industries and a globally recognised tourism destination. Our port should be a competitive advantage that strengthens our position as a leading hub for trade and investment. Instead, it too often acts as a bottleneck that constrains growth and limits opportunity.”

Vos says the City maintains that the door should be opened far wider to private sector participation in port operations.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged South Africans not to be misled by people trying to cause chaos in the country with anti-immigrant sentiments. 

He spoke on the sidelines of a Youth Day commemorative event, which marked exactly two weeks until planned mass anti-migrant protests on 30 June. Groups like March and March, as well as the political party, ActionSA, are among the groups that have called for undocumented immigrants to leave the country by the date. 

Meanwhile, thousands of foreign nationals from countries including Nigeria, Malawi, Ghana and Mozambique have been repatriated in recent weeks, amid growing protest action. 

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There has also been a series of protests in the Western Cape, particularly Cape Town; most recently, protesters took to the streets in Sea Point. 

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Meanwhile, President Ramaphosa dismissed the 30 June deadline, noting that it was not “necessary”. 

“In my view, its not an event that is even necessary because we are addressing the challenges that our people are facing,” Ramaphosa said. 

In his Youth Day speech, Ramaphosa also acknowledged that the challenges facing the youth should not be blamed on foreign nationals, noting that “our problems are our own”. 

“The roots of these challenges lie primarily in inequality, slow economic growth and weaknesses in service delivery. Addressing these challenges requires practical solutions, not the scapegoating of vulnerable people.” 

Ramaphosa added that problems related to illegal immigration should only be addressed by the government, adding that officials are working on this.  

“No South African must take any action against any person from any of our African sister countries. That is the responsibility of the government and government officials.” 

He further noted that law enforcement agencies will be deployed to maintain calm and to ensure that people’s lives are not disrupted on 30 June.  

“We must not allow South Africans to be duped and to be misled by those who want to foster instability in our country. And we will not allow that. So security forces in our country are going to ensure that there is no instability and there is no disruption of the lives of our people. But government is continuing the interventions.” 

YOUTH DAY | President Cyril Ramaphosa says the 30th of June deadline for undocumented foreign nationals to leave the country is unnecessary. He adds that South Africans must not be misled by those seeking to foster instability. pic.twitter.com/HuXYDpG49Q

— SABC News (@SABCNews) June 16, 2026

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At the same time, the national taxi council SANTACO is calling for peaceful and lawful demonstrations.

SANTACO said it recognises concerns around illegal immigration but has expressed concern over suggestions that demonstrations may interfere with transport operations or disrupt economic activity. Spokesperson, Rebecca Phala said such actions will have unintended consequences for the transport, tourism, trade and other industries. 

“Such consequences may ultimately affect ordinary South Africans, transport operators, small businesses, and communities whose livelihoods depend on a stable and functioning economy. SANTACO therefore urges all stakeholders to ensure that any demonstrations, campaigns, or advocacy efforts remain firmly within the confines of the law and are conducted in a manner that respects the rights, safety, and dignity of all people,” said Phala.