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Legal Quagmire Ends: Crime Prevention Wardens, 'Amapanyaza', Now Peace Officers

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Johannesburg – Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says he is relieved that the province’s Crime Prevention Wardens, popularly known as Amapanyaza, have been officially declared peace officers. This was announced by Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi during a joint media briefing on Friday, 30 January 2026, with Acting Police Minister Professor Firoz Cachalia and Gauteng Premier Lesufi. The move follows findings last yea…
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The Bulrushes broke the news in on Friday, January 30, 2026.
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