community safety

The Reintegration of a Notorious Criminal: A Complex Issue for the Mitchells Plain Community

The upcoming release of Norman 'Afzal' Simons, also known as the Station Strangler, has caused alarm and controversy in the…

10 months ago

Shocking Armed Robbery of a Film Crew in Langa Sheds Light on Security Concerns

Last Wednesday, a local reality television show film crew in Langa, South Africa, experienced a traumatic event that left them…

10 months ago

Arrest Made in Tragic Murder of 8-Year-Old Boy

In a horrific incident that has shaken the community of Kraaifontein, an 8yearold boy was found dead during a sleepover…

11 months ago

Empowering the Youth: Western Cape Police Oversight and Community Safety’s Youth Day Programme in Delft

The Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety (POCS) held a successful Youth Day Programme on June 19th, 2023, at…

11 months ago

Successful Crackdown in Mpumalanga Province: Operation Shanela Yields 69 Arrests

The High Density Operation Shanela in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, has made a significant breakthrough in its effort to improve…

11 months ago

Successful Rescue of Abducted Infant in Soweto

The South African Police Service (SAPS) AntiKidnapping Task Team has demonstrated their swift and efficient work by rescuing a fourmonthold…

12 months ago

The Menace of Gang-Related Shootings in South Africa

In recent times, South Africa's Western Cape has witnessed a surge in gangrelated shootings, resulting in the deaths of six…

12 months ago

North West Province Departments Present Budget Proposals

During the recent budget vote presentations in the North West Province, three major departments outlined their proposals for the upcoming…

12 months ago

Gauteng Police Department’s Efforts in Combating Crime

The Gauteng Police Department, led by Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Elias Mawela, is making significant progress in reducing crime rates.…

12 months ago

Effective Policing through Strategic Approach: A Case Study of Garden Route District Operations

The success of policing operations in the Garden Route District can be attributed to a strategic approach that emphasizes intelligence…

12 months ago

The Garden Route area in South Africa has been constantly striving to improve its safety measures. In line with this,…

1 year ago

Helping Displaced Wolwedans Families in Mossel Bay

The Western Cape Department of Infrastructure and the Mossel Bay Municipality have teamed up to assist 13 families from Wolwedans,…

1 year ago

Enhancing Community Safety: Graduation of Peace Officers in Mossel Bay and George

Mossel Bay and George, two municipalities in South Africa, are celebrating the graduation of 23 Peace Officers (POs), who will…

1 year ago

Life Imprisonment Sentence for Fatal Stabbing in Limpopo Tavern: A Landmark Ruling

The Tzaneen Magistrate’s Court has made a landmark decision in a case that highlights the tireless efforts of Limpopo's law…

1 year ago

Strengthening Community Safety in the Western Cape through the LEAP Initiative

The Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP) is a collaborative effort between the Western Cape Government and the City of Cape…

1 year ago

Western Cape Bolsters Neighborhood Watches with Bicycles and Resources

The Western Cape Government (WCG) and the Western Cape Mobility Department recently launched an initiative that provides support to local…

1 year ago