Authorities have intercepted two consignments of suspected cocaine at OR Tambo International Airport, with the combined haul estimated to be worth more than R200 million.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) and other law enforcement authorities have seized cocaine worth an estimated R200 million at OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) after intercepting two separate consignments.
The seizure occurred on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
The operation was led by SAPS members attached to ORTIA, working with other law enforcement authorities, including Customs officials, who intercepted the two consignments of cocaine.
National police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said two large travel suitcases were intercepted at the airport terminal during the first incident.
