The Gauteng legislature has come out in defence of a recently launched crime prevention unit. The Gauteng community safety committee said the project would likely reduce crime throughout the province, despite widespread criticism. | Malaika_Dee
The Gauteng community safety committee said the project would likely reduce crime throughout the province, despite widespread criticism.
This after the deployment of 4 000 wardens in townships, informal settlements, and hostels on Monday. On Wednesday, the committee said the unit was a"replica" of street committees, usually led by residents, and insisted the government was trying to assist in fighting crime.Concerned about the backlash and overreliance on the government to tackle crime throughout Gauteng, the committee urged residents to work"hand in hand" with the government.
Following the parade, the programme was not only criticised by the public but political parties as well.
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