Gang-related crime in South Africa is widespread, but is under-reported outside hotspots such as the Cape Flats in Cape Town or Westbury in Johannesburg. In these areas gangs are deeply rooted and ...

The South African Police Service is investigating cases of murder and attempted murder after an 11-year-old was shot and ...

Extortion rackets threaten entire industries in Cape Town. The situation has been worsening for years throughout South Africa, and police infighting has stymied the fightback.

BRIDGEPORT — A Bridgeport gang member was sentenced Friday to 40 years of jail time for his involvement with a violent ...

Illegal gold mining in Africa spiked in August 2025 as record prices and cartel activity fuelled a surge in illicit ...

Law enforcement authorities in Africa have arrested over 1,200 suspects as part of 'Operation Serengeti 2.0,' an INTERPOL-led ...

There are about 40 occult-related gangs operating in one province. Understanding what draws young people to them is key to combating them.