The South African government is implementing drones, biometrics, and a digital travel system to enhance border security. According to Schreiber, enforcement efforts have increased, resulting in thousands of deportations, with a complete digitization of immigration processes expected by 2026/27.

Experts and testimony before the Madlanga Commission indicate that South Africa is playing a growing role as a key hub in transnational drug-trafficking networks, according to IOL. The reporting points to allegations of criminal influence within the country's law-enforcement and justice institutions, raising concerns about the state's ability to combat organised crime and the infiltration of official structures by trafficking syndicates.

South African police are investigating a murder linked to a surge in anti-migrant attacks, which have resulted in several fatalities and prompted hundreds of individuals to flee the country. The situation reflects growing tensions surrounding migrants in South Africa, according to Al Jazeera.

Banking apps were linked to about 89% of reported digital banking crime cases in South Africa in 2025, accounting for 70.5% of reported client losses, according to the South African Banking Risk Information Centre (SABRIC). The organisation said many scams began with impersonation and social engineering tactics targeting customers, rather than hackers breaching bank systems. The figures highlight the growing threat of digital banking fraud facing South African consumers as criminals increasingly exploit human vulnerabilities instead of technical weaknesses.

South Africa is not producing enough digital specialists to meet labour-market demand, according to a World Bank report cited by IOL. The report says the pipeline for software developers, cybersecurity specialists and cloud professionals is failing to keep pace with employer needs. The warning points to a growing mismatch between training output and the skills required for the country’s expanding digital economy, though the blurb provides no figures, timeline or proposed remedies.

The Lagos State Justice Ministry is focusing on digital transformation, performance reviews, and accountability to improve service delivery and justice, according to the Attorney General. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the justice system in Lagos.