A South African man was apprehended at the Mananga Border Gate in Eswatini while attempting to enter the country with a quantity of explosives. This arrest has sparked a full-scale investigation by the Royal Eswatini Police Service, who are probing the motives behind the possession of explosives and their intended destination. Authorities are exploring the possibility of a connection to planned criminal activities, including cash-in-transit robberies and ATM bombings, raising concerns about public safety.
Authorities in Eswatini made a significant arrest at the Mananga Border Gate, stopping a 37-year-old South Africa n man from entering the country. During a routine border check on Wednesday morning, authorities discovered explosives in the man's vehicle. The type of explosives found is known for its use in mining, quarrying, and construction due to its high detonation velocity and explosive power.
The Royal Eswatini Police Service (REPS) is actively investigating the incident, seeking to understand the suspect's motives for possessing the explosives and whether they were intended for use within Eswatini or for transport to another country.Sources suggest a potential link between this seizure and planned cash-in-transit robberies or ATM bombings, raising serious concerns about public safety in the region. This incident follows a December arrest involving two South African nationals and two Eswatini women, where authorities uncovered an explosive device and a firearm. The suspects in that case were linked to an ATM bombing that resulted in the theft of over R320,000. The December incident also involved charges for illegal entry and possession of firearms. Authorities are working diligently to gather all necessary information and ensure that any potential threats to public safety are addressed promptly
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