Housebreaking in South Africa affects many families, with about 5.7% of homes broken into each year, especially in KwaZuluNatal. People often feel safe during the day but worry more at night, which changes how they live and move around. Many do not report breakins, feeling unsure about the police helping them. To protect themselves, communities use burglar bars, neighborhood watches, and stay alert. Despite challenges, South Africans show strength and work together to keep their homes and neighborhoods safer.
