The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (Popcru) is escalating tensions surrounding the staff handover at the Mangaung Correctional Centre, a maximum-security prison. Popcru alleges the Department of Correctional Services is disregarding court rulings related to the transfer of personnel. The union warns of potential non-cooperation from its members, raising concerns about operational stability during the transition. This dispute centers on the process of transferring staff following a previous court decision. Popcru claims the department’s actions jeopardize the safety of both staff and inmates. The situation threatens a potential standoff as the handover process unfolds, with the union prepared to resist what it deems an unlawful procedure. Further negotiations are anticipated to resolve the impasse and ensure a smooth and legally compliant transfer.