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Both the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces are currently grappling with the serious issue of rising organized crime.

Steady: 0 in the last 7 days Updated sep 28

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3 reports, 2 independent, last reported Sep 7. The briefing below covers this first event.

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Both the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces are currently grappling with the serious issue of rising organized crime.

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  1. Law enforcement operations are currently underway in the Western Cape province.Sub-event
  2. Both the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces are currently grappling with the serious issue of rising organized crime.1 source

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