Even so, police and other state security agencies must be ready to proactively prevent and contain disruption.
Independent and competent leaders are essential, but is there scope for better legal provisions regarding their appointments?
International demand for succulents is driving rampant harvesting and trade, and some species now face extinction.
A draft policy could ensure that South Africa’s provincial social development departments allocate 5% of their funds to violence prevention.
Are initiatives by Gauteng province and to a lesser extent Cape Town, legal and suitable for improving safety?
Despite many arrests and seizures, the devastating pufa drug remains widely available among the youth and poor communities.
With multiple violent conflicts, banditry and porous borders that enable weapons smuggling, gun liberalisation could backfire.
Researchers, police and public safety actors will connect to discuss recent research and its implications for partnerships.
What are the key ingredients for successful local-level violence prevention initiatives?
Combining parenting programmes with social grants works better against various types of violence than when used alone.
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