Two foreign nationals have been arrested for allegedly dealing in drugs after police discovered more than 2kg of dagga concealed in a vehicle on the N10 between Upington and Groblershoop.

According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), members attached to the ZFM Highway Patrol (A Shift) and Border Police conducted a vehicle checkpoint operation on Sunday, 21 June 2026, when they stopped a white Toyota Tazz for inspection.

During a search of the vehicle, officers allegedly uncovered dagga hidden inside the car.

“The dagga was weighed and found to have an approximate weight of 2.3 kilograms, with an estimated street value of R55 725,” SAPS said.

Two male occupants, aged 32 and 39, were arrested at the scene.

“The pair, who are foreign nationals, were arrested and detained. They are facing charges of dealing in dagga,” police said.

SAPS also confiscated R7 450 in cash, which is suspected to be linked to the illegal drug trade.

The arrests form part of ongoing police operations aimed at disrupting drug trafficking and other criminal activities across the Northern Cape.

The suspects are expected to appear in the Upington Magistrate’s Court soon.