South Africa: Ramaphosa announces deployment of army to tackle crime
## Deployment of Military for Crime Reduction
Deployment of Military for Crime Reduction
In an effort to reduce high levels of gang violence and other crimes, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the deployment of military forces to collaborate with police units.
On Thursday, President Ramaphosa stated that organized crime poses an immediate threat to democracy, society, and economic development. The primary focus for the year is enhancing efforts against organized crime and criminal syndicates.
President Ramaphosa emphasized the necessity of a zero-tolerance approach toward organized crime. He assured that the law would be enforced rigorously, with no impunity for criminality and corruption.
In an effort to reduce high levels of gang violence and other crimes, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the deployment of military forces to collaborate with police units.
Additional measures include the recruitment of approximately 5,500 new police officers.
South Africa experiences a high murder rate, with approximately 60 deaths per day. This includes fatalities from drug gang conflicts and mass shootings associated with illegal mining activities.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
