The area of focus for this specific operation, which began on 30 May 2011, is the Kruger National Park (KNP) as the majority of poaching incidents are taking place within the boundaries of the KNP.
The Natjoints is a structure mandated by Cabinet to coordinate major events and cross-cutting joint operations. The Natjoints managed all security related operations to secure, inter alia, the FIFA Confederations Cup 2009, the FIFA 2010 World Cup and the recent Local Government Elections.
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