Nelspruit Concerned Citizens

Good morning, trust that you are well…

A special thanks to NCC members that where on duty last night as well as ER 24 and Hi Tech ambulance services and Mnombela fire and rescue for their speedy assistance with the accident/entrapment on the Curlews Rd… the 2 NCC gents didn’t need to travel all they way out here but they did they jumped in and assisted the paramedics and after all was done they where off again to patrol and assist where needed … these guys are angels in disguise and the community is so not aware of how lucky they are to have these people amongst us… there is most definitely a very good working relationship between NCC, paramedics and authorities for which we are truly grateful..

Keep up the good work there are people out there that appreciate all of you.

we as the Curlews / Vergenoeg community salute you guys … 🫡🫡

Regards

Ross Harris
Curlews / Vergenoeg community

BOLO

Black BMW

KKY574MP

Stolen

In Nelspruit. Please report if spotted.

As received

DECEMBER 2023 BORDER ARRANGEMENTS.
I have been waiting for days for this arrangement to be officially announced. I just received confirmation, so I can go ahead. 🕺🕺🕺
1) On 8 December 2023, the President of Mozambique, President Nyusi, informed all uniformed staff that he will not tolerate any complaints about harassment of any tourist or Mozambican national by any uniformed official. This was a very strong instruction and command which must be executed by all divisions of the Government.
2) From 13 to 25 December, NO ore carrying trucks will be allowed through the border.
3) To enter Mozambique, tourists and Mozambican nationals will be processed at 3 sites.
4) Most passenger vehicles will be processed at KM7 on the South African side. This is at the site of the old airport. Cars, taxi's, etc will be diverted and taken into the area for processing. The site will be attended by South African and Mozambican staff. Passports will be stamped to certify the person going out of South Africa and into Mozambique at this One Stop Shop. Each vehicle will have to be issued with a TIP (Temporary Import Permit) at this point. Please ensure that you do receive your Import Permit as having it, is a legal requirement and if you do not have it, you WILL be fined. The TIP is issued free of charge and no payment may be requested for it. There will be no need for the person to stop on the Mozambican side after following this procedure exceptbto hand in a gate pass, described later.
5) After being cleared by passport control, all vehicles will be inspected by Customs officials at KM7. After their inspection, each vehicle will be issued with a dated sticker to display on the windscreen of the car. This 'SAFE PASSAGE' sticker will ensure that NO tourist will be stopped for routine inspections for 24 hours after passing through the border. The sticker is NOT a licence to break the Law and transgressions of the Law, such as speeding, will still result in being stopped and fined. The intent of issuing the sticker is to ensure safe passage for an adequate time to at least reach the main tourist destinations.
6) After receiving the sticker, the cars will be issued with a Gatepass to show on the Mozambican side and allowed to proceed through the South African and Mozambican borders, with only stopping to hand in the gate pass. We advise tourists not to stop in the town of Ressano Garcia as there will be a lot of border traffic flowing through the town, which might contain criminal elements. No 'inspectors' or 'officials' wearing reflective jackets and carrying tags around their necks are allowed to stop you, until you clear the town, going past the KM4 truck inspection area. The only stop will be inside the Mozambican border post and then it will only be to hand in the gate pass, certifying that your vehicle was already inspected at KM7.
7) All cars must have Compulsory Mozambican Third Party Insurance cover. This is not part of a vehicle's South African all risks or third party insurance and must be issued by an authorised Mozambican broker. The cover is available online but if you haven't taken it out before the trip, it will be available at JoMoz, 5.6 km from the borderpost. JoMoz is situated on the left, right next to the MERU filling station and there is adequate parking available. The insurance is also available at the SASOL Garage and at the Galp Garage, but both are inside the zone which tourists are advised not to stop in.
8) Returning mineworkers and other pedestrians will be processed at the Pedestrian Processing Center, up the hill, inside the South African customs area.
9) The normal border post will also be manned and will process passports as usual. The procedure, if you get directed to the 'normal' border post, will be the same as usual, except that you will be issued with a 'Safe passage' sticker to ensure you freedom from road harassment for 24 hours.
10) The 'reverse' procedure for returning to South Africa will be announced soon and will be similar in nature to the procedure described above. The reverse procedure will come into effect on 4 January 2024.
11) On 14 December, all roleplayers will meet again to give feedback on the success of the project. The feedback session will be organised by CTA and will include a media briefing.

Good luck, safe travels and a HUGE thank you to all involved (especially Rogerio Gomes) for getting the above concessions in place.

Monthly Induction - Nelspruit Crossing
Come say hi 👋

21h48
A call came through from members on EMS channel and the public channel of shots fired close to Westend on Enos Mabuza drive. Members of NCC and securicon and fedility reacted immediately. They patrolled the area and couldnt find anything, with further investigations NCC members reported that there was an attempted highjacking involving suspect vehicle VW Polo White in colour with registration unknown. Victims are currently at SAPS opening a case. Thank you to the members of public who called it in on Zello and members of NCC reaction and security companies that asisted. Be safe!

A while ago we conducted a Crime Survey with nearly 300 responses and here are the results.

Participation on one particular question stood out - Do you think community involvement and patrols will make a difference in your area? 83.5% answered YES.

In today's reality, relying on your community for help is becoming more apparent. By getting involved in your area and getting to know your neighbours, you create a safe space for everyone.

Well done.

Date: 2023/08/15
Time: 06h00

*MP - ELANDSVALLEY*
N4
ProtestAction at Elandshoek (N4/7x km 16.2) *ROAD CLOSED*. Please use Schoemanskloof.

https://t.me/+Cm2L6OfkZWI4YWI0

MPUMALANGA Safety WhatsApp Group Invite

As received.

MPUMALANGA
This is the road condition from Hazyview to Sabie. Permanent road closure

Sponsoring an event is a huge responsibility and the one who takes up the charge understands the dire need for co-related investment

Dit is te danke aan ons borge dat ons hierdie sportdag vir ons kleuters kan hou. Besoek gerus hulle uitstallings en knoop 'n geselsie aan.
Nelspruit Concerned Citizens

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White Ford Ranger 2004 model Reg: DTX793MP stolen in Nelspruit.

UPDATE - FOUND - NO FURTHER DETAILS AVAILABLE AT THIS STAGE

Missing Person Alert

21/04/2023 20H40 UPDATE:

FOUND SAFE - No further details available at this stage.
Thank you to the community and everyone who helped with the search.

MISSING PERSON ALERT
21/04/2023 11h50

Adriaan Basson 28yo

Black overalls with camo cap.
Left Zirconia Str this morning on foot to his work place in Riverside.
Has not been seen since.
Please be on the lookout

• *Lowveld Security JOC update @ 14:10*

The protesters have reached Nelspruit Station. It is believed that the march has now come to an end. Awaiting protesters to disperse.
Police still in attendance.
Will keep all updated.

• *Lowveld Security JOC update @ 11:10*

Protestors now turning right onto R40. Proceeding passed SARS building.
Will keep all updated.

• *Lowveld Security JOC update @ 10:00*

The situation in Mbombela and surrounds remains mostly clear. Disruptions in Mataffin have escalated. The SAPS are on scene.
All bus services operating normally.

• *Lowveld Security JOC update @ 09:00*

The situation in Mbombela and surrounds is mostly clear. Disruptions in Mataffin have been tended to by SAPS and all roads are open.
The Hermansburg Road entrance near the Kaapsehoop Road is open.
Bus services are temporarily suspended in Makoko. Bus services are interrupted in KaBokweni.

• *Lowveld Security JOC update @ 08:00*

The situation in Mbombela and surrounds is mostly clear. Some disruptions in Mataffin are being tended to by SAPS.
The Hermansburg Road entrance near the Kaapsehoop Road is open, but road users should approach with caution due to the presence of a small group of protesters.
Bus services are temporarily suspended in Makoko. Bus services are interrupted in KaBokweni.

• *Lowveld Security JOC update @ 07:00*

The entrance to Mataffin is still blocked.
All roads remain open in Mbombela. There is a large contingency of SAPS members on the ground. The Tiger Wheel & Tyre intersection on R40 is just about cleared. A small group remains on the road side.

Busses started operations in Nkomazi area again. It was suspended before daylight as a result of a bus that was hi-jacked.
Bus services have also resumed in Pienaar and Lekazi.

Bus services suspended in Makoko and Kabokweni due to activities

There are sporadic reports of small incidents of tyres burning and rocks in the road in Plaston, Mataffin and Kanyamazane.

The Tonga road is open but the Kamhlushwa road remain closed.

There are still no incidents reported in Hazyview.

Stay up to date!

UPDATE re EFF Shutdown

The following places have been identified where there will be protest action:

1. Matsulu
2. Bushbuckridge
3. Barberton
4. Moyeni
5. Kanyamazane
6. Masoyi
7. White River
8. Mataffin
9. Mganduzweni
10. Dayizenza
11. Mahushu

We still do not know exactly what to expect. What we do know is that it's a constitutional right to protest. However in this instance there is a court order that prohibits protesters from blocking any road or forcing any business to close.

The entire security cluster is already fully operational.

Please follow your CPF, Lowveld JOC or your security company's platforms to stay up to date.

Please read.

Statement from Nelspruit CPF Chair

Make sure to tune in today on Radio Laeveld 100.5FM just after the 5 O'clock news

15 March 2023

Join us today just after 17h00 on Radio Laeveld where we will be discussing the National Shutdown on 20 March 2023.

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While following up on a lead in Mataffin on Saturday, we came across this Trailer that was stolen in West Acres, Kiaat street in January 2023.

With a joint effort of NCC, Nelspruit CPF , ACS Security and Nelspruit South African Police Service, the Trailer was recovered today and handed back to the owner.

We often collaborate with South African National Blood Service because when it comes to saving a life, it is not always crime related. Thank you to Anel Fincham and Team, as well as Lourens Kriel from Vleis Paleis for his contribution.

If you have missed us today at Nelspruit Crossing, you can always catch up with us at our next monthly induction on 24 March at 19h00 🗓

Come say Hi at Crossings 🤙if you want to find out more about what we do or how to get involved, drop in and have a chat with us. Also support SANBS by donating blood to save lives 🩸