The past few weeks in Cape Town have proven particularly violent. From mass shootings to taxi violence, and the much-publicised attempted hijacking on three MPs, there are several questions about whether South Africa’s policing methods are working. Now contrasting this with what is happening in Washington – this city has seen a steady decline in crime. This is despite the claims of US President Donald Trump. So, what has contributed to this? And how can South Africa learn from these lessons?
Eldred de Klerk, senior associate with the African Centre for Security and Intelligence Praxis
Rafique Foflonker, spokesperson for the Western Cape Community Policing Forum board
