Zuko Komisa

The National Counterfeit Goods Unit has conducted various intelligence-driven takedown operations, resulting in the arrest of five people and the seizure of counterfeit goods totaling more than R94 million.
The teams were made up of a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including SAPS members from various specialised units, the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI – “Hawks”), the Department of Home Affairs, South African Revenue Services (SARS), Traffic, Metro Police Departments, Brand Protectors, and force multipliers like private security companies.
The raids happened on the following dates:
- On 16 August 2024, police found and seized counterfeit clothing and sneakers worth over R37 million in a self-storage facility in Gauteng’s Doornfontein.
- On 25 August 2024, police also seized counterfeit goods that included sneakers, clothing, watches and backpacks worth more than R41 million at a shopping centre in Bellville, Western Cape.
- On 29 August 2024, counterfeit sanitary pads, deodorants and other consumables worth over R4.8 million were seized at a self-storage facility in Mayfair, Johannesburg. On the same day, counterfeit sanitary pads, hair extensions, toothbrushes and other consumables worth over R9.3 million were seized at a small holding in Bredell, Kempton Park, Gauteng.
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▶️ 16 August 2024, counterfeit clothing and sneakers worth over R37 MIL were found in a self-storage facility in Doornfontein (Gauteng) and seized;
▶️ 25 August 2024, counterfeit goods that included sneakers, clothing, watches… pic.twitter.com/MB988JlBAo
The South African Police Service (SAPS) said in a statement on Thursday that it, along with its crime-fighting partners, will continue to work tirelessly to disrupt and dismantle the unlawful trade in counterfeit and contraband items.
“The team also seized branded packaging, labels, machinery and other equipment used to manufacture counterfeit goods. Five Malawian nationals were also arrested for the contravention of both the Counterfeit Goods Act and the Immigration Act,”
“Police will continue to combat the illicit trade in counterfeit goods, protecting legitimate businesses and consumers who are subjected to substandard products that pose health and safety risks,” said the SAPS
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