Zimbabwe: SA Border Authorities Intercept R500k Zim-Bound Contraband

South African border authorities on Saturday intercepted an assortment of goods worth an estimated R500 000 that were being smuggled into Zimbabwe via the Limpopo River.

Smuggling syndicates are using inflatable boats to smuggle goods between the two countries.

Limpopo police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Thakeng said the suspects escaped to Zimbabwe in eight boats after being intercepted by security officials.

“The South African Police Service (SAPS) Operation Vala Umgodi National…