Zimbabwean Arrested With Cigarettes Worth R213,000 Near Musina

A Zimbabwean man has been arrested in South Africa after police allegedly found illicit cigarettes worth R213,129 in his vehicle along the N1 highway near Musina, Limpopo Province.

The 38-year-old was arrested on Friday, October 23, 2026, during an operation conducted by members of the Vhembe District Cross-Border Task Team.

According to police, officers came across a silver-grey Volvo S40 parked off the road with two flat tyres and heavily tinted windows.

A search of the vehicle reportedly led to the discovery of nine master boxes, 47 cartons and eight loose packs of Remington Gold cigarettes on the back seat.

Police said the driver claimed ownership of the cigarettes before being taken into custody.

The cigarettes were seized along with the Volvo, which is estimated to be worth R360,000.

Limpopo Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Jan Scheepers praised the officers for their alertness and continued efforts to curb cross-border crime.

The suspect is expected to appear before the Musina Magistrate’s Court facing a charge of possession of illicit cigarettes.

Police investigations into the matter are continuing.