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Joint security operation at Nelspruit Correctional Centre leads to contraband seizure.

On Friday, 12 December 2025, a joint operation by the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) at Nelspruit Correctional Centre uncovered illegal items. The search of 12 cells, involving 411 inmates, was part of ongoing Festive Season Security Operational Plan to prevent crime and smuggling.

Confiscated items included:
•34 cellphones & accessories (chargers, batteries, SIM cards)
•126 sachets of dagga
•Smoking pipes, sharpened objects, and a saw blade
•Bank cards, cash (R421.10)
•USB and vaping devices
•Numerous cigarettes, snuff, and other unauthorized goods

Inmates found with contraband will face internal disciplinary procedures. The public is reminded that smuggling items into correctional facilities is a criminal offence and can lead to prosecution.

DCS reaffirms its commitment to safe, secure, and orderly facilities for all officials, inmates, and surrounding communities.

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#CrimePrevention #SafetyAndSecurity
#CorrectionalCentre #LawEnforcement
#JointOperation
#FestiveSeasonSecurity #NoToContraband

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DCS and SAPS Conduct Joint Search Operation in Klerksdorp Management Area

A successful joint searching operation was conducted today, 26 November 2025, by Correctional Services officials and members of the South African Police Service at Wolmaransstad Correctional Centre in the Klerksdorp Management Area. The operation then proceeded to the Schweizer-Reneke Police Station and later the Amalia Police Station holding cells.

All security protocols were strictly observed, and the operation was completed without any incidents.

Contraband items recovered included:
• Extra blankets
• Electric wires
• A speaker
• Extra offenders’ uniform
• Dagga pipe

All confiscated items have been secured in line with prescribed procedures.

The Department of Correctional Services remains committed to maintaining safe and secure facilities that support effective rehabilitation.

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Search Operation Nets Major Haul of Contraband at Ermelo

In a targeted operation, the Department of Correctional Services' (DCS) Emergency Support Team uncovered a trove of illicit items at Ermelo Correctional Centre.

The haul from 188 offenders included:
•32 cellphones & 33 chargers
•86 sachets of dagga
•Crystal meth, Nyaope, and drug paraphernalia
•13 sharpened objects and other weapons
•R642.50 in cash

This seizure underscores our zero-tolerance policy and reaffirms our commitment to safe, secure, and rehabilitative correctional facilities.

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National Commissioner Thobakgale participates in Sanlam Peace Run 2025, and congratulates DCS’ Angelo Booysen on securing 4th place

Department of Correctional Services (DCS) National Commissioner, Makgothi Thobakgale ran the 10km peace run at the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon today, paving the way for DCS athletes participating in the marathon tomorrow.

Leading by example, and supporting DCS athletes, in this prestigious event, National Commissioner Thobakgale also congratulated Angelo Booysen, from the DCS West Coast Correctional Facility in the Western Cape, who finished 4th (29:59 finish time) in the 10km peace run.

Booysen’s outstanding performance amongst top athletes is a testament to his dedication, discipline and determination.

“Congratulations Mr Booysen on this incredible achievement. DCS celebrates your success and is proud to have you represent us on such a prestigious platform” said the National Commissioner.

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#Top5Finish*National Commissioner

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Joint Operation Seizes Contraband at Barberton Maximum Correctional Centre

A joint operation on 15 October 2025 uncovered a significant quantity of contraband at the Barberton Maximum Correctional Centre. The operation involved the Department of Correctional Services' (DCS) Emergency Support Team, the First Response Team from the Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West Region, and the South African Police Service (SAPS).

During the search of ten cells and 329 offenders, officials recovered the following prohibited items:

· 10 cellphones
· 13 chargers and 7 headsets
· 7 SIM cards
· 4 pairs of scissors
· 2 sharp objects
· 2 auxiliary cables
· 2 sets of playing dice
· 1 earpod
· Cash amounting to R1,548.30

The Department will pursue disciplinary charges against any offender found in possession of these items.

This operation reaffirms DCS's commitment to maintaining secure, safe, and contraband-free correctional centres. Eliminating illicit goods is essential to creating an environment that supports rehabilitation and the successful reintegration of offenders into society.

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📢 Don’t miss this important conversation!
National Commissioner Mr Makgothi Thobakgale joins Crime Watch on eNCA to discuss overcrowding, parole, rehabilitation, and Public-Private Partnership correctional centres.

🗓️ Sunday, 12 October 2025
🕢 19h30
📺 eNCA (Channel 403 on DStv)

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Unannounced Search Operation Yields Contraband at Nelspruit Correctional Facility

On 09 October 2025, the Emergency Support Team (EST), working jointly with the First Response Team (FRT), conducted an unannounced search operation at Nelspruit Correctional Facility in the Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West Region. The operation targeted eight cells in the A Section.

The following contraband items were confiscated:

• 32 x Cellphones
• 04 x SIM cards
• 03 x Loose batteries
• 01 x Earphone
• 244 x Slopes of dagga
• 35 x Sachets of nyaope
• 49 x Bed sheets
• 09 x Chargers
• 01 x Vapor device
• Cash amounting to R104.00

Inmates found in possession of contraband items will face departmental disciplinary action.

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) will continue to intensify search operations across all correctional centres to eradicate contraband and ensure safe, secure, and rehabilitative environments within its facilities.

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Contraband Search Operation Conducted at Barberton Correctional Facility

On 23 September 2025, the Barberton Correctional Facility in the Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West Region carried out a special search operation at Medium B correctional centre as part of ongoing efforts to eliminate contraband from correctional centres.

The following prohibited items were confiscated during the operation:

• 25 cellphones
• 19 cellphone chargers
• 2 loose batteries
• 3 pairs of scissors
• 3 saw blades
• 8 SIM cards
• 200 slopes of dagga
• 1 homemade weapon
• 1 mayonnaise bottle filled with dagga
• Cash amounting to R88.70

Inmates found in possession of these contraband items will face disciplinary charges. The Department of Correctional Services remains committed to ensuring safe, secure and rehabilitative correctional facilities across the country.

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