Law enforcement agencies in South Africa have launched a manhunt after a prisoner identified as Madiba escaped from the Rooigrond Maximum Correctional Centre near Mahikeng on Sunday. According to The Citizen, as many as eight officials could face suspension in connection with the escape, and the Department of Correctional Services is involved in the search effort. The circumstances of the escape, including how the inmate managed to flee the maximum-security facility, have not been detailed in the report.

A manhunt has been launched in South Africa's North West province for an inmate who escaped from the Rooigrond Correctional Centre, according to SABC News. Preliminary information indicates that the escapee, identified as Madiba, cut through the burglar-bar door of the single cells section of the facility. Authorities have not yet released further details about the circumstances of the escape or the progress of the search, and the man remains at large.

The Uganda Prisons Service has promoted 258 senior officers, appointed new managers, and implemented transfers while directing several officers to take accumulated leave. This initiative aims to enhance professionalism, operational efficiency, and service delivery within the institution, according to Frank Baine Mayanja, the Senior Commissioner of Prisons responsible for Cooperation and Corporate Affairs.

A South African premier has claimed that 'untrustworthy' officials leaked information about a planned raid targeting illegal workers, according to the Sowetan. Employees who were released from work reportedly said their bosses had been informed in advance of the crackdown, undermining the operation. The allegations raise concerns about internal leaks within government structures and the effectiveness of enforcement efforts aimed at undocumented workers. The report does not specify which province's premier made the claims or the outcome of the raid.

Mkhwanazi has addressed allegations concerning his involvement in systemic criminality and corruption within the EMPD, including issues related to fake police clearances, fraudulent badges, and a R14 million stolen gems heist, during the Madlanga commission hearings.

Eight individuals, including seven men and one woman, have been arrested in Marsabit in connection with a SIM swap fraud involving Sh1.2 million. The suspects have been identified as Benrodgers Kyalo, Evans Mbweli, Patrick Vundi, Emily Mwende, Josephine Kasiva, Pius Mwenda, Alex Stima, and Jane Mueni.