Four people were killed on Sunday morning in a head-on collision between a light delivery vehicle (LDV) and a sedan on the N2 Road between eMkhondo and Pongola. Three of the deceased, two males and one female, including the driver, were occupants in the sedan. The fourth person, a female,…
A massive crystal methamphetamine laboratory valued at about R350 million was discovered on a farm in Oudehoutkloof, Volksrust, on Friday, 19 September 2025. The lab was uncovered following a tip-off from the community about suspicious activities, notably a strong chemical smell emanating from the premises, which sparked concerns of illicit…
BARBERTON – Two people were torched in an alleged mob justice incident yesterday. It is alleged that both deceased individuals were suspected by some community members of being involved in a series of house robberies in the area. Community, Safety, Security and Liaison MEC Jackie Macie says what occured was…
MBOMBELA – Mpumalanga province has recorded a notable decrease in crime rates, with 17 categories of serious reported crimes dropping by 10% in the fourth quarter of the 2024/2025 period. This was announced during a media briefing on the province’s crime statistics for the fourth quarter (January to March) of…
ACORNHOEK – Mpumalanga had already recorded more deaths at 18, than last year’s figures. That was the outcry of MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Jackie Macie during the funeral service of the eight Mpumalanga victims on Sunday, April 20. He blamed it all on human error as he…
MBOMBELA- As Mpumalanga officially launched it 2025 Easter Road Safety Activation yesterday, the emphasis was on safety of all humanity. This was further highlighted by the MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Jackie Macie who said the main objective this weekend is putting a lot of emphasis on safety…
MBOMBELA – Despite a national decline in sexual offences, rape remains a major concern in the province. It was revealed that over 700 rape cases were reported in Mpumalanga between October to December, 2024, marking a 1,3% increase from 2023. This was announced during a media briefing on Wednesday afternoon,…
SECUNDA – Premier, Mandla Ndlovu has called on abuse victims to break the silence as the first step towards justice. This was during the launch of the Provincial Gender Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Council to intensify the fight against the scourge at the Graceland Hotel and Casino on Wednesday…
PIENAAR – Levisa Tavern in has been temporarily closed following a devastating mass shooting that claimed the lives of eight people and left two others seriously injured on Saturday, January 11. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting concerns about violence and safety in the area.Acting Mpumalanga Police…
LEBOMBO BORDER POST – There was frantic traffic and human activity throughout Sunday as Mozambican nationals were returning to their workplaces in different parts of South Africa. Recounting the success of policing the roads in the province, MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Jackie Macie was at hand observing…