Gauteng Premier Unveils SAPS Fleet Featuring VW Sports Rides, Mzansi Reacts: “Can I Have One Car”

Gauteng Premier Unveils SAPS Fleet Featuring VW Sports Rides, Mzansi Reacts: “Can I Have One Car”

  • Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi showed off the vehicles that were handed to the South African Police Services in the province
  • The rides included a fleet of Volkswagen sports cars which caused a stir and distastefulness among the Mzansi people
  • The Premier said that he is committed to resourcing the battle against crime in the Gauteng province

Sinothando Siyolo is a Human Interest Writer at Briefly News. He holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from the University of Cape Town (UCT), with majors in Media and Writing, Politics and Governance. Before joining Briefly, Sinothando worked as a Content Producer for Hibari Media and as a News Content Producer for The South African (TSA).

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi took to his X account and flexed the police vehicles that will be handed over to the SAPS.

SAPS received a fleet of VW sport cars, leaving the internet in fury.
Gauteng SAPS were handed a fleet of VW sports cars. Images: @Picture alliance, @Gallo Images
Source: Twitter

In a video he uploaded, the cars included a fleet of stunning Volkswagen rides. The Premier said the rides will help fight against crime in Gauteng to the next level. He added that he is committed to bringing about a safer province.

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This comes as South Africa is approaching the festive season, when people will be going in and out of provinces and the country. At this time, criminals also find the opportunity to commit their legal activities the most. Though the Premier’s intentions are good, Mzansi couldn’t help but criticise the use of VWs by the SAPS.

Gauteng SAPS officers get sports cars

Watch the X video below:

Mzansi reacts to the SAPS luxurious cars

The online community reacted, saying VWs are luxurious to be used by South African Police members to get their job done. See the comments below:

@Nolofy wrote:

“Wowww mara why…In USA they dont drive Sports cars but sedans, suvs with bullbars. Not a single GTi car in USA.. Vrrrphaaaa for Saps.. Yooo huuu e e”

@shai_khutso commented:

"Right move Premier @Lesufi , can I get one which I will used to go around encouraging those that are doing good not to give up."

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@lukheleomega

“I fully agree that tools are essential in the fight against crime in the province. However, do we really need to purchase sports cars, or could the same results be achieved with a more affordable vehicle?”

@T_mmifi said:

“Can I have one car, I saw a lot of GTI’s and I think I deserve one.”

SAPS member stuns Mzansi with a beautiful ride

In another story, Briefly News reported about a young cop who stressed Mzansi with his stunning car.

A man wearing a South African Police Service (SAPS) uniform shared his latest purchase with social media users. Themba Mnyandu, who uses the handle @thembakhayelihle on TikTok, shared a video of himself getting a new Volkswagen Polo at a dealership. The young gent was all smiles when the car salesman removed the cover to unveil the vehicle.

Source: Briefly News

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Sinothando Siyolo (Editor) Sinothando Siyolo is a Human Interest Writer at Briefly News. He holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from the University of Cape Town (UCT), with majors in Media and Writing, Politics and Governance. Before joining Briefly, Sinothando worked as a Content Producer for Hibari Media and as a News Content Producer for The South African (TSA). He has the ability to write across various sections - News, Human Interest, Politics, Entertainment, and Business. He joined Briefly in 2023. You can contact Sinothando at s2pinyana@gmail.com