A Volvo truck crossing from the Kingdom of Eswatini into South Africa was intercepted at the Oshoek Border Post after police discovered 49 bags containing approximately 630 kilograms of suspected dagga.
The discovery was made at around 01:30 on Monday, 17 August 2026, on the South African arrival side of the Oshoek Port of Entry in Mpumalanga.
Police officers were conducting search operations on vehicles entering South Africa when they searched the Volvo horse and trailer.
During the inspection, officers reportedly discovered the large consignment of suspected dagga. The total weight was approximately 630kg, with an estimated street value of more than R4 million.
A suspect was arrested following the discovery and detained at Hartebeeskop SAPS.
The Volvo horse and trailer, which carries Eswatini registration numbers, was also seized by police. The vehicle reportedly belongs to a logistics company based in the Kingdom of Eswatini.
It is not clear from the information released by police whether the arrested suspect was the truck driver or what role the suspect allegedly played in the transportation of the consignment.
The suspect is expected to appear before the relevant court on a charge relating to dealing in dagga.
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Police investigate origin and destination
Police investigations are continuing to establish where the suspected dagga came from and where the consignment was allegedly destined.
Investigators will also look into whether other people were involved in the movement of the drugs across the border.
The seizure comes as law-enforcement authorities continue conducting searches at South Africa’s border posts and along major transport routes in an effort to disrupt the movement of illegal drugs.
For transport operators and truck drivers travelling through Oshoek and other border crossings, the incident also highlights the importance of knowing what is loaded onto a vehicle and ensuring that consignments are properly documented and verified.
The investigation remains ongoing, and the allegations against the arrested suspect will ultimately be tested in court.
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