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Operation Shanela drives thousands of arrests, but conviction rates raise questions

Police across South Africa have intensified crime-fighting efforts through high-visibility and intelligence-led operations under Operation Shanela II, with thousands arrested and large volumes of contraband seized. However, a recent parliamentary reply has revealed a wide gap between arrests and convictions, raising concerns over the long-term effectiveness of these crackdowns. Nationwide Arrests and Major Seizures Between 28 July and 3 August 2…
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protectionweb.co.za broke the news in on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
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