Following the launch of the national Safer Festive Season 2026/2027 Operations, the Acting Minister of Police, Mr Firoz Cachalia, will officially launch the Western Cape Safer Festive Season operations. The National Commissioner of the South African Police Service, General Fannie Masemola (SOEG) will also be in attendance.
The event will also provide an opportunity for community members to visit displays and exhibitions as well as access mobile service units from departments including the Department of Employment and Labour.
Integrated law enforcement teams will, during the launch showcase operational expertise through simulations depicting real-life crime situations. Approximately 175 new vehicles will be handed over to the six districts within the Province in order to bolster operational activities thereby ensuring safer communities.
During the festive season, joint policing operations will be intensified, with increased police visibility and targeted interventions aimed at ensuring the safety and security of residents and visitors.
Members of the media are invited as follows:
Date: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Time: 11:00
Venue: Nyanga Rugby Stadium, 3rd Avenue, Nyanga
For more information, contact:
Ministry Spokesperson
Kamogelo Mogotsi
Cell: 076 523 0085
Brigadier Novela Potelwa,
WC Spokesperson for the SAPS
Cell:082 559 4676.
For media releases, speeches and news visit the SAPS portal at: www.saps.gov.za
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