Directorate for Priority Crime InvestigationIn the news
Six Nigerians (in white) were extradited to the United States of America for their alleged involvement in romance scams targeting more than 100 US women. The process was facilitated by the Hawks and INTERPOL South Africa.
ROMANCE SCAMS

Inside the alleged R100m Black Axe laundering pipeline

The victims sent the money. What happened next reveals the sophisticated network behind the scam.

  • Gcwalisile Khanyile
5 min read
Extradited: Yesterday, the six men, allegedly part of an organised crime network, being led to the flight that will take them to the US, where they are wanted by the authorities in connection with charges of wire fraud and money laundering.
ROMANCE SCAMS

Love, lies and R100 million: Six alleged romance scammers extradited to the US

Afer five years, the men were finally extradited. This is how investigators say the alleged love scams worked and what victims should do.

  • Genevieve Serra
  • The National Team
8 min read
uMkhonto weSizwe Party members have approached the Hawks over alleged financial misconduct regarding party funds.
FINANCES

MKP members seek fraud investigation into party finances

Disgruntled MK Party members have approached the Hawks over alleged financial misconduct.

  • Willem Phungula
2 min read
(From left) Commissioner Adv. Sesi Baloyi SC, Chairperson Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga and Commissioner Adv. Sandile Khumalo, SC in consultation during a hearing of the probe into criminality, political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system on August 17.
SOUTH AFRICA

Strengthening SA's security: The path forward after Madlanga

Exploring challenges faced and the necessary structural changes required to enhance institutional integrity and combat organised crime.

  • Dr. Reneva Fourie
6 min read