Cape Town – Two foreign nationals were arrested in Limpopo after police intercepted a truck and discovered a haul of dagga and assorted medications — including Benylin with codeine — worth over R2 million.
The suspects, Cuthbert Derera (30) and Wishborn Fufa (39), face charges of possession of dagga and contravention of the Medicines and Related Substances Act.
Authorities seized 40 bales of Swazi dagga, valued at around R1.5 million, along with various medications, including Benylin with codeine, Bronclear, and Astra pain medication, collectively worth approximately R500,000.
#sapsLIM Two foreign nationals, Cuthbert Derera (30) and Wishborn Fufa (39) have appeared before Thabazimbi Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 15/09 for possession of dagga worth R1 500 000 and Contravention of Medicines and related Substances Act. Their case was postponed to 22/09… pic.twitter.com/iyW8tpgvsd
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Police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba confirmed the details of the bust, saying, “This was a well-coordinated operation which prevented drugs and other illegal substances worth millions from reaching our communities. We remain committed to tightening the grip on smuggling routes through Limpopo.”
The suspects were unable to explain where the items came from, and police believe the substances were likely destined for the Groblersbrug border post outside the Waterberg District.
The provincial police commissioner, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, commended the officers involved for their diligence, reported The Citizen.
They appeared in the Thabazimbi Magistrate’s Court on charges of possession and smuggling of illicit substances. The matter has been postponed to 22 September 2025 to allow for further investigations.
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Compiled by Lisabeal Nqamqhele
