The discovery of R70 million worth of cocaine at the Port of Durban this week has been hailed as a step in the right direction in the country's war on drugs by the police and other government entities.
However, organised crime experts have warned state authorities to celebrate with caution amid prevailing gaps in South Africa's crime-fighting abilities. The major drug bust was announced by the police on Wednesday, who said they had spent a month monitoring a vessel travelling from Brazil.South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we're about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.