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More illegal firearms off of Western Cape streets but Minister Marais repeats call for improved prosecutions

Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux Marais, welcomed the seizure of approximately 60 illegal firearms...

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Extended Premier’s Coordinating Forum strengthens readiness to safeguard the Western Cape against multiple risks

On Tuesday, 28 April 2026, Premier Alan Winde chaired an extended Premier’s Coordinating Forum (PCF) meeting. These gatherings are held on a...

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Enough is enough: Western Cape Mobility Department launches taxi driver registration drive

The Western Cape Mobility Department today (25 March 2026) launched a landmark initiative to register minibus taxi drivers across the...

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The Western Cape Government rolls out community level Safety and Development Programme

The Western Cape Government is reinforcing its commitment to building safer, more resilient communities through the introduction of a new...

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Minister Marais condemns attacks on LEAP Officers in Hanover Park

Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux Marais, has strongly condemned the attacks on Law Enforcement...

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Western Cape Government welcomes the re-enlistment of 62 detectives to the Western Cape

Western Cape Premier, Alan Winde, and the provincial Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux Marais, have welcomed the re...

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Western Cape Provincial Safety council commits to stronger safety collaboration

Premier Alan Winde chaired a meeting of the Western Cape Provincial Safety Council on Wednesday, 11 February 2026, to receive progress...

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Premier calls for better resourcing during Kraaifontein SAPS oversight visit

To address major public concern regarding policing in Cape Town and to address challenges facing the South African Police Service (SAPS)...

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Minister Marais welcomes convictions and sentencing in Khayelitsha mass murder case

The Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux Marais, has welcomed the guilty verdict and sentences handed down...

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The Western Cape Government welcomes additional Police officers for festive season operations

The Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux Marais, has welcomed the deployment of more than 400 newly...

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