Limpopo: On Thursday, 13 March 2025, Sergeant Mienkie Ramakgoakgoa from Limpopo SAPS Vala Umgodi Operations TACJOC, Pillar 05: Communication, spearheaded a live radio awareness campaign at Mphahlele FM in Seleteng Village, Ga-Mphahlele, within the Lebowakgomo Policing area. Additionally, a similar campaign was conducted telephonically at Sekgosese FM.
According to South African Police Service, the primary objective of these awareness campaigns was to mitigate illegal mining activities in the province. The campaigns also sought to provide the community with important educational information.
Community members were encouraged to apply for a mining permit through the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE). They were also advised to report any criminal activities to the police, instead of taking matters into their own hands.