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Eastern Cape Missing Person & Trafficking Unit is dedicated to tracing missing persons, combating human trafficking , protecting vulnerable communities, and promoting justice through partnerships.

🇿🇦⚖️CASH-IN-TRANSIT ROBBERY REPORTED AT AMALINDA SHOPPING CENTRE⏳⚖️🇿🇦A cash-in-transit robbery was reportedly carried ou...
19/10/2026

🇿🇦⚖️CASH-IN-TRANSIT ROBBERY REPORTED AT AMALINDA SHOPPING CENTRE⏳⚖️🇿🇦

A cash-in-transit robbery was reportedly carried out at Amalinda Shopping Centre in KuGompo City on Monday, 19 October 2026.
According to preliminary information, suspects allegedly held a Fidelity cash-in-transit team at gunpoint before fleeing with an undisclosed amount of cash, a r***e and pistols. One fire arm allegedly belonging to the fidelity company has been recovered.

Police, including the Tactical Response Team (TRT), SAPS in Cambridge, K9 East London, Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), also known as Hawks and the Eastern Cape Missing Person and Trafficking Unit, responded to the scene. While the vehicle allegedly used in the robbery was also recovered.

The amount of cash stolen and the identities of those involved have not yet been confirmed. Investigation is still in progress.

Story by: Mihlali Mngaza
Pictures: Philasande Maqoma

⏳🇿🇦⚖️FOREIGN NATIONALS ARRESTED DURING IMMIGRATION OPERATION IN PEDDIE🇿🇦⏳⚖️PEDDIE, EASTERN CAPE | 16 OCTOBER 2026On Frid...
18/10/2026

⏳🇿🇦⚖️FOREIGN NATIONALS ARRESTED DURING IMMIGRATION OPERATION IN PEDDIE🇿🇦⏳⚖️

PEDDIE, EASTERN CAPE | 16 OCTOBER 2026

On Friday, 16 October 2026, the Eastern Cape Missing Persons and Trafficking Unit, working in collaboration with Immigration Services and the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Peddie, conducted a joint law enforcement operation aimed at strengthening immigration compliance and enforcing the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

During the operation, several foreign nationals were arrested for alleged contraventions of the Immigration Act 13 of 2002, following their failure to produce valid documentation confirming their legal status in the country.

The operation formed part of ongoing collaborative efforts by law enforcement agencies to address immigration-related offences, strengthen compliance with immigration legislation, and promote public safety.

Story by: Lithemba Nyembezi
Photographs by: Siphokazi Maphondla

⚖️⏳MEDIA STATEMENTFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE15 October 2026⏳🇿🇦⚖️STATEMENT REGARDING THE COURT APPEARANCE OF AN ETHIOPIAN NATI...
15/10/2026

⚖️⏳MEDIA STATEMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

15 October 2026⏳🇿🇦⚖️

STATEMENT REGARDING THE COURT APPEARANCE OF AN ETHIOPIAN NATIONAL ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH ALLEGED ILLICIT ALCOHOL TRADING AND FRAUD

EASTERN CAPE – The Eastern Cape Missing Person and Trafficking Unit wishes to express serious concern regarding developments surrounding the court proceedings involving an Ethiopian national who was arrested in eQonce in connection with two criminal dockets, including allegations of selling counterfeit alcohol, fraud, and contravention of the Eastern Cape liquor legislation.

According to information received, the accused appeared in court without the knowledge of the investigating team, which included members of the Commercial Crime Unit and the Eastern Cape Missing Person and Trafficking Unit.

The circumstances surrounding this court appearance have raised serious concerns regarding communication, coordination and transparency in the handling of the matter.

The Unit has formally engaged the relevant Anti-Corruption authorities to establish the circumstances surrounding these developments and determine whether any misconduct or unlawful interference occurred.

We wish to assure the people of the Eastern Cape that this matter is being treated with the seriousness it deserves. No individual should be above the law, and any evidence of corruption, interference or misconduct must be investigated through the appropriate legal processes.

We fully understand the concerns and expectations of the Eastern Cape community, particularly those who expected the law to take its course following the arrest.

Our commitment to fighting corruption, organised crime, fraud and illicit trading remains firm and unwavering.

We will continue working with relevant law enforcement agencies to ensure that the circumstances surrounding this matter are properly investigated, accountability is pursued where warranted, and justice is served in accordance with the law.

The Eastern Cape Missing Person and Trafficking Unit remains committed to protecting communities, upholding the rule of law and promoting integrity within the criminal justice system.

Justice must not only be done, but must also be seen to be done.

ISSUED BY:

COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT
EASTERN CAPE MISSING PERSON AND TRAFFICKING UNIT

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🇿🇦⚖️ETHIOPIAN NATIONAL ARRESTED FOR ALLEGED ILLICIT ALCOHOL TRADING IN eQONCE🇿🇦⚖️⏳eQONCE, EASTERN CAPE | 13 OCTOBER 2026...
14/10/2026

🇿🇦⚖️ETHIOPIAN NATIONAL ARRESTED FOR ALLEGED ILLICIT ALCOHOL TRADING IN eQONCE🇿🇦⚖️⏳

eQONCE, EASTERN CAPE | 13 OCTOBER 2026

An Ethiopian male national was arrested in eQonce on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, during a joint operation involving Qonce SAPS, and Eastern Cape Missing Persons and Trafficking Unit.

The suspect was apprehended following investigations into the alleged illegal sale and distribution of illicit and suspected counterfeit alcoholic beverages in the area.

According to preliminary information, the suspect was allegedly supplying illicit liquor to a tavern in eTshatshu, Zwelitsha. Investigations further revealed allegations that the suspect was operating an illicit alcohol trading network alongside his brothers.

The Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality (BCMM) Municipal Health Services also participated in the operation, during which samples of the suspected illicit alcoholic beverages were collected for forensic examination to determine their composition, authenticity and compliance with applicable legislation.

The arrest and investigation involve suspected contraventions of several pieces of legislation, including:

* Applicable national and provincial liquor legislation
* Customs and Excise Act 91 of 1964
* Relevant municipal health by-laws
* Fraud ( Fronting)

Authorities are continuing their investigations to establish the full extent of the alleged illegal alcohol distribution network and identify other individuals who may be involved.

Further arrests and additional charges have not been ruled out as investigations continue.

Story by: Mihlali Mngaza
Pictures by: Philasande Maqoma

⚖️🇿🇦 GOOD LUCK ⚖️🇿🇦
12/10/2026

⚖️🇿🇦 GOOD LUCK ⚖️🇿🇦

🇿🇦⚠️⚖️CLOSING OF TRAFFICKING WEEK: 43 FOREIGN NATIONALS APPREHENDED IN QONCE🇿🇦⚖️Qonce, Eastern Cape – Forty-three foreig...
10/10/2026

🇿🇦⚠️⚖️CLOSING OF TRAFFICKING WEEK: 43 FOREIGN NATIONALS APPREHENDED IN QONCE🇿🇦⚖️

Qonce, Eastern Cape – Forty-three foreign nationals were apprehended in Qonce during an operation conducted as part of activities marking the closing of Trafficking Week.

The operation focused on verifying compliance with the Immigration Act and examining travel and other relevant documentation to establish the immigration status of the individuals encountered.

The multidisciplinary operation involved the Eastern Cape Missing Persons and Trafficking Unit, Buffalo City Immigration Services, Buffalo City Metropolitan Law Enforcement, and Qonce SAPS.

The operation highlighted the importance of inter-agency collaboration in addressing immigration-related offences, strengthening law enforcement efforts, and combating human trafficking and related crimes.

The operation formed part of broader efforts to promote compliance with the law and strengthen coordinated responses to trafficking in persons.

Story By: Aphelele Kaleni
Photo By: Aphelele Kaleni

⏳🇿🇦38 UNDOCUMENTED FOREIGN NATIONALS WERE APPREHENDED DURING A JOINT OPERATION CONDUCTED ALONG TERMINUS AND BUFFALO STRE...
09/10/2026

⏳🇿🇦38 UNDOCUMENTED FOREIGN NATIONALS WERE APPREHENDED DURING A JOINT OPERATION CONDUCTED ALONG TERMINUS AND BUFFALO STREETS IN KUGOMPO CITY. 🇿🇦⚖️

The operation involved the Eastern Cape Missing Persons and Trafficking Unit, immigration officials and the South African Police Service (SAPS).

Authorities arrested several people for alleged immigration violations, while fines were issued where applicable. Those arrested are expected to appear before the East London Magistrate’s Court.
The operation forms part of ongoing efforts to address concerns about undocumented immigration in the area.

The Eastern Cape Missing Person & Trafficking Unit, together with its law enforcement and government partners, remains committed to conducting a joint operations aimed at promoting community safety, lawful business practices and the protection of vulnerable people.

Story by: Mihlali Mngaza & Siphokazi Maphondla
Pictures by: Natasha Mpondo

🇿🇦⚖️55 Undocumented Foreign Nationals Apprehended in Mthatha⚖️⏳MTHATHA — Fifty-five undocumented foreign nationals were ...
07/10/2026

🇿🇦⚖️55 Undocumented Foreign Nationals Apprehended in Mthatha⚖️⏳

MTHATHA — Fifty-five undocumented foreign nationals were apprehended during a human trafficking awareness operation in Mthatha as part of Trafficking Week.

The operation involved the Eastern Cape Missing Persons and Trafficking Unit, Immigration officials, SAPS, National Prosecuting Authority , the Hawks and other organisations.

The operation aims to raise awareness about human trafficking, identify potential victims and strengthen efforts to combat trafficking in communities.

Story by: Aphelele Kaleni
Photo by: Aphelele Kaleni

⚖️⏳🇺🇬 UGANDAN TEACHER IN FORT BEAUFORT DENIED BAIL⚠️🇿🇦A Ugandan national employed as a teacher by the Eastern Cape Depar...
06/10/2026

⚖️⏳🇺🇬 UGANDAN TEACHER IN FORT BEAUFORT DENIED BAIL⚠️🇿🇦

A Ugandan national employed as a teacher by the Eastern Cape Department of Education in Fort Beaufort has been denied bail by the court following his arrest for allegedly being illegally in South Africa.

Following the court’s decision, the relevant authorities are expected to commence the immigration and deportation process, in accordance with applicable South African law.

The case forms part of ongoing efforts to address immigration compliance and the employment of foreign nationals in the Eastern Cape.

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