SANParks staff arrested for rhino horn theft

CHRO South Africa 27 October 2020

Three SANParks employees arrested in connection with rhino poaching.

Three South African National Parks (SANParks) employees face criminal charges in connection with rhino poaching at the Kruger National Park according to a report by news24. Two of those arrested are security guards, while the other works with the technical services division at a rest camp.

The employees were arrested on 20 October after they were found in possession of a fresh set of rhino horns. This followed a car chase by law enforcement officers in an extended intelligence-driven operation by SANParks, the SAPS Crime Intelligence Unit, Sabi Sands and Skukuza SAPS Stock Theft Unit.

The three appeared in court on 22 October and will be held in custody until their bail hearing on 29 October.
SANParks reports that in the last quarter, it has arrested 16 suspected poachers inside the Kruger National Park, confiscated seven high-calibre rifles and observed 410 poacher activities. Investigations continue and more arrests are possible.

CHRO South Africa

Integrating AI in HR processes should be clear, regular and transparent

As AI changes how people work, organisations must decide how to embrace innovation without losing employee trust. Drawing insights from Sage’s latest HR and Payroll Leaders’ Report, a panel discussion at the 2026 HR Indaba explored how leaders can adopt AI responsibly, support employees through transformation, and create more connected experiences across HR and payroll.

30 October 2026

2026 HR Indaba: Managing restructures without breaking culture

Shedding the workforce is one of the most emotionally taxing experiences for employees and the exco alike. Leading HR executives at the 2026 HR Indaba unpacked how to navigate retrenchments with transparency and empathy while sharing practical strategies for communication, leadership alignment and preserving culture.

22 October 2026

HR must make technology work for people, says Sage at 2026 HR Indaba

As HR leaders face growing workloads, expanding responsibilities and pressure to adopt AI, Abel Makgato, field sales manager for payroll and HR at Sage, urged organisations to prioritise trust, accuracy and simplicity when choosing technology at the 2026 HR Indaba.

20 October 2026