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Ayo et Tina, symboles de l’esprit olympique à Milan

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

Alors que les Jeux Olympiques d’hiver battent leur plein en Italie, un invité spécial, venu tout droit du Sénégal, s’est joint aux festivités à Milan. Ayo (https://apo-opa.co/3MT87Qn), la mascotte des Jeux Olympiques de la Jeunesse (JOJ) de Dakar 2026 (https://apo-opa.co/4aPJmga), a rendu visite à Tina, la mascotte de Milano Cortina 2026… Une rencontre symbolique entre deux éditions des Jeux appelées à inspirer le monde en 2026.

Fait majeurs

  • Ayo, la mascotte de Dakar 2026, s’est joint aux festivités organisées à l’occasion des Jeux Olympiques d’hiver de Milano Cortina 2026.
  • Sa venue crée un lien symbolique entre deux événements olympiques appelés à inspirer le monde en 2026.
  • Cette visite intervient alors qu’approche le jour J -250 avant le début des JOJ de Dakar 2026.

Au cœur de la capitale lombarde, devant les murs séculaires du château des Sforza (Castello Sforzesco), puis sur la célèbre Piazza del Duomo, Tina a fait découvrir à Ayo toute la magie festive des Jeux d’hiver. Entourées de fans venus du monde entier, les deux mascottes ont célébré la joie, l’unité et la rencontre des cultures qui sont l’essence même de l’expérience olympique.

Pour Ayo, un jeune lion dont le nom signifie “joie” en yoruba, ce moment était à la fois une célébration et une mise en condition. Symbole de Dakar 2026 et de l’énergie de la jeunesse sénégalaise, Ayo s’est imprégné de l’atmosphère trépidante des Jeux d’hiver. La mascotte des JOJ s’est laissé gagner par l’optimisme de Tina et a vu à quel point les Jeux pouvaient fédérer, le sport illuminer une ville, l’imagination et l’ambition faire des rêves une réalité. Tina, l’une des deux mascottes de Milano Cortina 2026, incarne l’esprit italien qui anime ces Jeux. Cette petite hermine née dans les montagnes, mais tout aussi à l’aise en ville, porte un message de résilience et d’inclusion qui s’est fait entendre durant toute la visite.

La venue d’Ayo à Milan a eu lieu quelques jours avant que Dakar 2026 ne fête, le lundi 23 février, au lendemain de la cérémonie de clôture de Milano Cortina 2026, les 250 derniers jours qui séparent le Sénégal du début des JOJ.

Pendant son séjour à Milan, Ayo s’est également arrêté chez les partenaires olympiques mondiaux TCL et Samsung.

La rencontre entre Ayo et Tina a aussi permis d’évoquer l’avenir des Jeux Olympiques de la Jeunesse. Une fois que Dakar 2026 sera entré dans l’histoire en tant que premier événement sportif olympique organisé sur le continent africain, les prochains JOJ d’hiver rassembleront les jeunes athlètes dans les régions italiennes des Dolomites et de la Valteline. Des sommets enneigés et glacés de l’Italie aux rues animées de Dakar, les jeunes sont le cœur battant du Mouvement olympique.

Pour rappel, les JOJ de Dakar 2026 se dérouleront du 31 octobre au 13 novembre 2026 et réuniront 2 700 jeunes athlètes âgés de 17 ans au maximum. Les sites seront répartis sur trois zones : Dakar, Diamniadio et Saly.

Distribué par APO Group pour International Olympic Committee (IOC).

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Mascots Ayo and Tina showcase the Olympic spirit in Milan

Source: APO

With the Olympic Winter Games in full swing in Italy, a special guest from Senegal joined the celebrations in Milan. Ayo (https://apo-opa.co/46geHHe), the mascot of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) (https://apo-opa.co/46bRzty), visited Tina, the mascot of Milano Cortina 2026, in a symbolic meeting between two Games editions that are set to inspire the world in 2026.

  • Dakar 2026 mascot Ayo joins the celebrations at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games
  • A symbolic meeting between two Olympic events set to inspire the world in 2026
  • The visit marks the approach of 250 days to go until Dakar 2026

In the heart of the city, at the iconic Piazza del Duomo and in front of the historic Castello Sforzesco, Tina welcomed Ayo into the festive atmosphere of the Winter Games. Surrounded by fans from across the world, the two mascots celebrated the joy, unity and cultural exchange that define the Olympic experience.

For Ayo, a young lion whose name means “joy” in Yoruba, the moment was about both celebration and preparation. As the symbol of Dakar 2026 and the energy of Senegalese youth, Ayo embraced the vibrant Winter Games atmosphere, learning from Tina’s optimism, experiencing how the Games bring people together, how sport lights up a city, and how imagination and ambition can turn dreams into reality. Tina, one of the stoat siblings of Milano Cortina 2026, embodies the Italian spirit of the Games – born in the mountains yet at home in the city, and carrying a message of resilience and inclusion that resonated throughout the visit.

The visit came just days before Dakar 2026 reaches the milestone of 250 days to go, which will be marked on Monday 23 February, just after the Closing Ceremony of Milano Cortina 2026.

During his time in Milan, Ayo also stopped by Worldwide Olympic Partners TCL and Samsung.

The encounter between Ayo and Tina also looked ahead to the future of the Youth Olympic Games. After Dakar 2026 makes history, as the first Olympic sporting event to be staged on the African continent, the next Winter YOG will bring young athletes together in the Italian regions of Dolomiti Valtellina. From the snowy and icy peaks of Italy to the vibrant streets of Dakar, young people are at the heart of the Olympic Movement.

Dakar 2026 will take place from 31 October to 13 November 2026, bringing together around 2,700 young athletes aged up to 17 across three host zones: Dakar, Diamniadio and Saly.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of International Olympic Committee (IOC).

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Energy transition a matter of survival – President Ramaphosa

Source: Government of South Africa

Energy transition a matter of survival – President Ramaphosa

The climate transition is not only a developmental goal for South Africa, but a matter of survival for humanity and the globe.

This is according to President Cyril Ramaphosa, who chaired the virtual inaugural meeting of the newly elected Presidential Climate Commission on Friday.

“Climate change is an existential threat to the future of humanity and the planet. We must act with others across the globe to ensure that we do not breach the 1.5 degree warming above pre-industrial levels.

“We must reduce carbon emissions at a pace and scale that is appropriate to our national circumstances. We must simultaneously climate-proof our development and infrastructure, while strengthening resilience and disaster management capabilities,” the President urged.

He noted that South Africa is already “experiencing the effects of climate change”, citing flooding in parts of the country as examples of the destruction of climate change.

“[These] are predicted to increase rapidly as we approach the end of this decade and beyond. This could significantly impede our growth and our collective prosperity. It is likely to undermine our efforts to address inequality, poverty and unemployment.

“Addressing climate change must therefore go hand in hand with improving living conditions for all. Those most vulnerable to climate change – including women, children, people with disabilities, the poor and the unemployed – need to be protected,” he emphasised.

Jobs and livelihoods of those working in carbon intensive industries will also need to be protected as South Africa moves towards lowering its carbon emissions.

“As the country works to reduce its carbon footprint, we must ensure that this shift does not disproportionately affect the most vulnerable, such as those who depend on industries like coal mining for their livelihoods.

“This will require inclusive social dialogue and unprecedented levels of cooperation between government, business, labour and communities.

“By bringing together voices from all sectors of society, the PCC will promote consensus on the implementation of economic, social and environmental policies needed to achieve our decarbonisation targets,” he said.

From word to action

The President reflected on the progress made since the PCC’s inception in December 2020 – noting that this marked a “turning point in South Africa’s climate agenda”.

Additionally, the commission has served as a platform for consensus building as the country continues its transition.

“By bringing together government, business, labour, civil society, youth and academia, the PCC has fostered inclusive dialogue and solutions to some of the country’s most complex and contested climate and development challenges.

“It has helped to align diverse interests around common goals such as the phase-down of coal, investment in renewables and the protection of livelihoods.

“It has sought to ensure that policy decisions are both evidence-based and also socially legitimate and widely supported,” President Ramaphosa said.

With the policy groundwork laid, President Ramaphosa stressed that it is now time to move the Just Energy Transition Partnership “from commitment to delivery”.

“We must translate pledges into visible progress on the ground. Among other things, we need to accelerate renewable energy deployment, strengthen and expand transmission infrastructure, enable storage solutions and create space for greater private sector participation.

“We look to this commission for guidance on how to ensure that our energy transition advances energy security, while reducing emissions and maximising the opportunities for our economy from a low carbon transition,” he said.

President Ramaphosa was candid about the challenges that lie ahead, noting the need to learn from past mistakes.

He highlighted the community of Komati in Mpumalanga which has faced economic struggle following the decommissioning of its power station in 2022 without a solid recovery plan.

“As this new commission begins its work, we should not leave important tasks unfinished. For example, we need to attend to the redevelopment of the community of Komati in Mpumalanga who, in the aftermath of the decommissioning of the power station, were left with no economic recovery plan.

“We expect all government departments at all levels to continue to be cooperative, supportive and receptive to the views of the commission. 

“We expect all parts of government to take the PCC’s recommendations forward and work collaboratively on awareness and social dialogue, enabling local action and adjusting policy measures where necessary,” the President said.

He emphasised that all South Africans must be empowered to participate in the country’s energy transition” not as passive beneficiaries of government services and corporate social responsibility grants, but as economic actors”.

“This must be a transition to a transformed, inclusive and more equal economy.

“I call on you as Commissioners to work in close partnership with our key Ministers and their departments to ensure that climate action is fully integrated into our national priorities, from energy and finance to trade, labour and cooperative governance.

“Through coordinated leadership and shared accountability, we can undertake climate action in a manner that advances development, protects livelihoods and unlocks new opportunities for our people,” President Ramaphosa concluded. – SAnews.gov.za

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How RelyEZ is powering Africa’s growing solar and storage demand

Source: APO – Report:

Across Africa, the rapid rollout of solar generation is shifting the challenge from simply adding capacity to integrating power reliably into weak and unstable grids. Diesel dependence, frequency instability and limited transmission infrastructure are driving demand for battery energy storage systems (BESS) not as optional hardware, but as core infrastructure for resilient power systems.

In markets from East to West Africa, storage is increasingly deployed not for arbitrage but for reliability, stability and energy access — especially in hybrid microgrids and solar-plus-storage projects that reduce fuel costs and improve service continuity.

To meet these needs, developers and utilities are moving beyond standalone batteries toward end-to-end storage solutions that bundle engineered systems, intelligent controls and lifecycle support. This approach enables faster integration, higher performance under Africa’s challenging operating conditions and stronger bankability for long-term financing.

VUKA Group, as RelyEZ’s regional partner, plays a key role in delivering these solutions across Africa. VUKA Group provides local expertise, project management, and support services, ensuring that RelyEZ’s modular, containerised platforms and intelligent Energy Management Systems are deployed effectively and optimised for African conditions. Together, RelyEZ and VUKA Group are helping utilities and communities integrate storage, strengthen grid stability, and advance renewable energy access.

Want to understand how RelyEZ and VUKA Group are aligning storage delivery with Africa’s solar growth?
Read more here: https://apo-opa.co/3OodPKB

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Address by President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Special Session of the Presidential Climate Commission

Source: President of South Africa –

Ministers,
Deputy Chairperson of the Commission, Mr Dipak Patel,
Members of the Presidential Climate Commission,
Executive Director, Ms Dorah Modise,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
 
Climate change is an existential threat to the future of humanity and the planet. 
 
We must act with others across the globe to ensure that we do not breach the 1.5 degree warming above pre-industrial levels.
 
We must reduce carbon emissions at a pace and scale that is appropriate to our national circumstances. We must simultaneously climate-proof our development and infrastructure while strengthening resilience and disaster management capabilities. 
 
Climate action and development must be aligned and support our growth and prosperity.
 
South Africa is already experiencing the effects of climate change, and these are predicted to increase rapidly as we approach the end of this decade and beyond.
 
This could significantly impede our growth and our collective prosperity.
 
It is likely to undermine our efforts to address inequality, poverty and unemployment.
 
Addressing climate change must therefore go hand in hand with improving living conditions for all.
 
Those most vulnerable to climate change – including women, children, people with disabilities, the poor and the unemployed – need to be protected.
 
We also need to protect workers’ jobs and livelihoods.
 
South Africa has set ambitious goals for climate action, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change.
 
As the Commission, our work is to ensure a just transition to a low-carbon economy while helping South Africa become more resilient, strengthening our global competitiveness, and reducing poverty, inequality and unemployment. 
 
To do this, we need to build consensus through social dialogue.
 
The birth of the Presidential Climate Commission in December 2020 marked a turning point in South Africa’s climate agenda.
 
For the first time, the country created a permanent, independent, multi-stakeholder body to advise on its response to climate change.
 
South Africa needed an independent, credible body that could convene diverse voices, provide sound evidence and help the country navigate one of the most complex policy challenges in its democratic history.
 
The Presidential Climate Commission was established to ensure that South Africa’s climate transition is just, inclusive and responsive to the needs of vulnerable communities – and that it is based on the best available scientific evidence.
 
At the last session of this Commission’s first term, in December last year, I received a report outlining what the Commission had done in its first five years.
 
That report lays a basis for a broad scope of what our priorities should be for the next five years until 2030.
 
Since its inception, the PCC has played a central role in South Africa’s climate policy landscape.
 
Most importantly, the PCC has emerged as an important platform for consensus-building in South Africa’s just transition journey.
 
By bringing together government, business, labour, civil society, youth and academia, the PCC has fostered inclusive dialogue and solutions to some of the country’s most complex and contested climate and development challenges.
 
It has helped to align diverse interests around common goals such as the phase-down of coal, investment in renewables and the protection of livelihoods.
 
It has sought to ensure that policy decisions are both evidence-based and also socially legitimate and widely supported.
 
The just transition is an opportunity to rebuild trust with communities and to deal with practical issues relating to jobs, local economies, skills, social support and governance, among others.
 
We gather at a pivotal moment in South Africa’s energy transition.
 
Energy security and climate action must be mutually reinforcing.
 
A stable, diversified electricity system is the foundation of growth, investment and job creation, especially as we propel the country towards green industrialisation.
 
The Just Energy Transition Partnership must now move from commitment to delivery.
 
We must translate pledges into visible progress on the ground.
 
Among other things, we need to accelerate renewable energy deployment, strengthen and expand transmission infrastructure, enable storage solutions and create space for greater private sector participation.
 
We look to this Commission for guidance on how to ensure that our energy transition advances energy security, while reducing emissions and maximising the opportunities for our economy from a low carbon transition.
 
At the same time, we look to this commission for guidance on how our communities can adapt and be more resilient to the ever-increasing effects of climate change.
 
Our pathway to the targets set out in our Nationally Determined Contribution must reinforce growth, inclusion and job creation.
 
As we continue to seek sufficient financial investment to reduce our carbon emissions, we must increase the share of funding for adaptation.
 
This is essential to secure the development gains the country has achieved.
 
As the country works to reduce its carbon footprint, we must ensure that this shift does not disproportionately affect the most vulnerable, such as those who depend on industries like coal mining for their livelihoods.
 
This will require inclusive social dialogue and unprecedented levels of cooperation between government, business, labour and communities.
 
By bringing together voices from all sectors of society, the PCC will promote consensus on the implementation of economic, social and environmental policies needed to achieve our decarbonisation targets.
 
As this new Commission begins its work, we should not leave important tasks unfinished.
 
For example, we need to attend to the redevelopment of the community of Komati in Mpumalanga who, in the aftermath of the decommissioning of the power station, were left with no economic recovery plan.
 
We expect all government departments at all levels to continue to be cooperative, supportive and receptive to the views of the Commission.
 
We expect all parts of government to take the PCC’s recommendations forward and work collaboratively on awareness and social dialogue, enabling local action and adjusting policy measures where necessary.
 
For the transition to be just, it must be redistributive, restorative and procedurally just.
 
All citizens should be empowered to participate in this transition, not as passive beneficiaries of government services and corporate social responsibility grants, but as economic actors.
 
This must be a transition to a transformed, inclusive and more equal economy.
 
I call on you as Commissioners to work in close partnership with our key Ministers and their departments to ensure that climate action is fully integrated into our national priorities, from energy and finance to trade, labour and cooperative governance.
 
Through coordinated leadership and shared accountability, we can undertake climate action in a manner that advances development, protects livelihoods and unlocks new opportunities for our people.
 
Thank you for taking on this responsibility and for your commitment to this work.
 
I look forward to our continued efforts to contribute meaningfully to global climate action and build a sustainable and prosperous future for all South Africans.
 
I thank you.

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Compulsory gender-based analysis training for public servants

Source: Government of South Africa

Compulsory gender-based analysis training for public servants

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has introduced a compulsory Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) online training course aimed at strengthening gender-responsive, youth-responsive, and disability-inclusive planning, budgeting and service delivery across government.

The GBA+ online course is designed to support the development of inclusive and responsive policies, programmes and other government initiatives by equipping public servants with practical analytical tools.

Encouraging officials to enrol, the department said the training will enhance the capacity of public servants to apply an intersectional lens in policy development, programme design, and monitoring and evaluation processes.

Department spokesperson Cassius Selala said the course will assist officials in understanding how factors such as gender, age, disability, race, class and geographic location influence access to opportunities and resources.

“The GBA+ training will equip public officials with practical tools to ensure that government interventions actively reduce inequality rather than entrench it,” Selala said.

He said gender mainstreaming remains critical to achieving equality and addressing persistent gaps in awareness and implementation across departments.

The training forms part of a coordinated and institutionalised approach to integrating gender, youth, and disability considerations into all areas of public service work.

Public servants may register for the course through the department’s online learning platform, using this link https://learning.dwypd.gov.za/. – SAnews.gov.za

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Teen arrested for possession of explosives

Source: Government of South Africa

Teen arrested for possession of explosives

Members of the National Intervention Unit (NIU) and Gauteng Crime Intelligence have arrested a 16-year-old in Roodepoort this week for possession and distribution of explosives.

The team operationalised intelligence-led information on suspects selling explosives in and around Motlhakeng.

Information reportedly led the team to an identified address in Roodepoort, where they arrested the teenager and seized 50 blasting cartridges, 25 safety fuse connectors and detonating cords.

“Investigations remain ongoing to identify the criminal networks behind the illegal possession and distribution of explosives.

“Explosives are often used in the commission of serious crimes such as cash-in-transit (CIT) robberies and illegal mining,” the police said. 

The teenager is expected to appear in court soon. – SAnews.gov.za

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SAPS to welcome new members of the Special Task Force

Source: Government of South Africa

SAPS to welcome new members of the Special Task Force

The South African Police Service (SAPS) will today welcome 13 Special Task Force (STF) Operators to join the organisation’s elite tactical unit. 

The STF unit deals with high-risk operations that fall beyond the scope of general policing, which requires specialised skills.

The National Commissioner of the SAPS, General Fannie Masemola, will officiate at the parade of the newly highly trained members of the Special Task Force at SAPS Academy Tshwane.

“The 13 STF Operators have undergone and successfully completed the basic Special Task Force Training Programme, qualifying for the prestigious STF Wings,” the police said in a statement. 

According to SAPS, they will add to existing capacity of STF Operators that attend to high risk and hostage situations, kidnappings, cash-in-transit robberies and illicit mining operations.

“The other cohort of 16 members will also stand on the parade to receive their Operator Badges after completing all compulsory outstanding courses and one year of operational experience,” the police said. – SAnews.gov.za

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Africa’s Next Wave of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Investment Set to Converge at Paris Energy Forum

Source: APO – Report:

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With governments and operators from across Africa’s gas frontier confirmed to participate, the Invest in African Energy Forum (Paris, April 22–23, 2026) arrives as the continent’s LNG sector enters a new phase of growth. Major export projects are moving into expansion, emerging producers are scaling floating liquefaction capacity and several large undeveloped gas discoveries are advancing toward commercialization. Together, these developments are shaping where capital, partnerships, and infrastructure investment will flow across Africa’s next wave of LNG and gas opportunities.

Grand Tortue Ahmeyim Expansion – Mauritania & Senegal

With first LNG already achieved, the strategic focus has shifted to Phase 2 expansion of the Grand Tortue Ahmeyim development. Partners are advancing plans for a low-cost scale-up that could roughly double liquefaction capacity before the end of the decade, leveraging existing floating LNG infrastructure and proven offshore reserves. Because core infrastructure and export routes are already in place, Phase 2 represents one of the clearest near-term LNG growth opportunities in Africa, offering comparatively lower development risk alongside meaningful production upside.

Yakaar-Teranga – Senegal’s Pre-FID Gas Anchor

Senegal’s Yakaar‑Teranga discovery remains one of the world’s largest undeveloped gas resources, with commercialization structure and domestic-versus-export allocation still under negotiation. This positioning places Yakaar-Teranga among the continent’s most consequential pre-FID gas opportunities, capable of underpinning future LNG trains, long-term gas-to-power supply or industrial feedstock development – making it a focal point for upstream financiers and infrastructure developers evaluating scalable, long-life reserves.

Nigeria’s Domestic LNG & Gas-to-Power Build-Out

Nigeria is accelerating gas monetization through supply growth, LNG expansion and downstream utilization. A 2026 gas master plan targets an additional 1.8 billion cubic feet per day (bcf/d) of supply, forming part of ambitions to reach 10 bcf/d by 2027 and 12 bcf/d by 2030, alongside more than $60 billion in sector investment. Parallel rollout of mini-LNG and small-scale liquefaction projects is expanding gas access for off-grid industry, transport and distributed power – creating multiple entry points for midstream investors, technology providers and infrastructure financiers across the value chain. For capital markets, Nigeria’s strategy signals a shift from export-only LNG toward integrated domestic gas ecosystems with diversified revenue streams.

Libya’s Gas Redevelopment Potential

Libya is working to raise gas production to nearly one billion cubic feet per day in the second half of 2026 through offshore redevelopment and the rehabilitation of legacy infrastructure, with the dual aim of stabilizing domestic electricity supply and rebuilding export capacity. If financing conditions and political alignment continue to improve, the country could re-emerge as a major Mediterranean gas supplier later this decade – representing one of North Africa’s most significant, yet still undercapitalized, gas investment opportunities.

Congo LNG – Fast-Track Floating Liquefaction Growth

The Congo LNG development has rapidly positioned the Republic of Congo as a new LNG exporter. Phase 2 began operations in December 2025, adding 2.4 million tons per year of capacity and lifting total output to about 3 million tons annually. Built around floating LNG units and modular upstream tie-ins, the project demonstrates a replicable, lower-cost commercialization model – reducing timelines compared with traditional onshore terminals. For investors, the modular structure and expansion-ready design create opportunities across upstream supply, LNG shipping, processing services and regional gas infrastructure partnerships, offering a clear pathway to participate in a fast-growing and relatively lower-risk African LNG market.

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SAPS destroys over 13 000 firearms

Source: Government of South Africa

SAPS destroys over 13 000 firearms

In an effort to remove illegal firearms from circulation, the South African Police Service (SAPS) destroyed a total of 13 859 firearms during its second firearm destruction process for the 2025/26 financial year. 

This brings the total number of firearms destroyed over the past seven years to 305 934.

The District Commissioner of Sedibeng in Gauteng, Major General Adelaide Mukhwevho, presided over the official firearm destruction process that took place in Vanderbijlpark.

The majority of the destroyed firearms were confiscated during various policing operations, including Operation Shanela, and were forfeited to the State. 

“Some of the firearms are linked to finalised criminal cases such as farm attacks, cash-in-transit (CIT) robberies, and crimes against women and children. Others were voluntarily surrendered or handed in during firearm amnesty periods,” the police said in a statement.

By destroying forfeited firearms, the SAPS prevents them from re-entering circulation. 

The provincial breakdown of firearms destroyed is as follows: 

  • Gauteng: 5 193
  • KwaZulu-Natal: 2 752
  • Western Cape: 2 155
  • Eastern Cape: 1 300
  • Mpumalanga: 605
  • Limpopo: 535
  • Free State: 499
  • Northern Cape: 411
  • North West: 354
  • Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation: 55

Type of firearms destroyed:

  • Handguns: 11 183
  • Rifles: 1302
  • Shotguns: 1004
  • Combination: 34
  • Firearm parts: 336

“Also amongst the destroyed firearms is a total of 7 708 blank guns, airguns and homemade firearms, which were also destroyed during the destruction process.  

“Although these weapons are often perceived as less lethal than conventional firearms, they are often used in the commission of crimes,” the police said. – SAnews.gov.za

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