The Police Ministry's top brass appeared before the Parliamentary Committee of Police on Friday to table the 2015/16 crime statistics. The South African Police Service (SAPS) released the crime statistics for various categories of crimes between 1 April 2015 and 31 March 2016. South Africa has seen a general downward trend in the number of crimes committed in the country. Reported serious crime decreased by 1.4%, but a problem still remains in the area of contact crimes. "We are … [Read more...] about Crime up in Two Provinces
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J-Bay in the news: Concerns over crime levels on beaches
Concerns over crime levels on beaches: “Buffalo City has beautiful beaches and Jeffreys Bay is known to the world as the best surfing destination, beaches around the Nelson Mandela Bay, Buffalo City and the Wild Coast are beautiful. “One of our challenges is to keep our beaches clean and sa ... Source: "Jeffreys Bay" - BingNews. What to do in Jeffreys Bay, South Africa: Jbay is one of those truly special places for us. It’s a tiny, seaside town where Vaughan lived for one year and where we … [Read more...] about J-Bay in the news: Concerns over crime levels on beaches
J-Bay in the news: Glitter Strip Bare: Inside the Gold Coast’s world of crime, courts, politics, property and entertainment
Glitter Strip Bare: Inside the Gold Coast’s world of crime, courts, politics, property and entertainment: Mick Fanning celebrates his win in the final of the JBay Open. Pic: WSL/ Kirstin After last year’s terrifying shark encounter at Jeffrey’s Bay, the Gold Coaster returned to the famed South African point break to not only conquer his demons but take out ... Source: "Jeffreys Bay" - BingNews. … [Read more...] about J-Bay in the news: Glitter Strip Bare: Inside the Gold Coast’s world of crime, courts, politics, property and entertainment
Africa needs collaboration and support to tackle crime at sea
Africa needs collaboration and support to tackle crime at sea: Billions of dollars are lost yearly to illegal fishing, with West Africa being one of the worst-affected regions. Commander, US Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th/FlickrIllegal fishing and its associated criminal activity at sea is an intractable and major international problem. It involves high-profile white-collar crime syndicates that move vast amounts of illegal fish and seafood. But it also involves other crimes, like human and … [Read more...] about Africa needs collaboration and support to tackle crime at sea
Uitenhage in the news: Uitenhage Cluster members curbing crime
Uitenhage Cluster members curbing crime: KING WILLIAM’S TOWN: Police officials in the Uitenhage Cluster have arrested more than 170 suspects, through high density operations that were conducted during the past week. A total of 33 traffic fines were issued, valued at more than R16 500. Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. Media transformation and employee rights: Thuli Madonsela, When Governance and Ethics Fail, February 2014 Imagine what would happen if the CEO of Volkswagen South Africa were to … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: Uitenhage Cluster members curbing crime
Uitenhage in the news: South Africa: Uitenhage Cluster Clamping Down On Crime Towards a Safer South Africa
South Africa: Uitenhage Cluster Clamping Down On Crime Towards a Safer South Africa: In an effort to quell crime and criminal activities in the Uitenhage Cluster a total 154 suspects were arrested over the past weekend. Crime prevention operations and high visibility patrols were conducted from 18:00 on Friday, 10 June 2016 until 06:00 ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. South African Police Service: KING WILLIAM’S TOWN: In an effort to quell crime and criminal activities in the Uitenhage … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: South Africa: Uitenhage Cluster Clamping Down On Crime Towards a Safer South Africa
Stats SA says that Crime Levels have stabilised
While crime levels have stabilised, perceptions that crime is increasing persist, Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) said on Wednesday. "The crime levels show that crime has stabilised, it is moving in a path where it has stabilised. The perceptions are that crime has indeed increased; 43% of people believe that crime has increased and 38% believe that it has gone down and about 12% feel that it is staying the same," Statistician General Pali Lehohla said in a response to a question. This, … [Read more...] about Stats SA says that Crime Levels have stabilised
NMBT to strategise plan against industry crime
An urgent action plan to fight the worrying crime rate in Nelson Mandela Bay's (NMB) prime tourism, residential and educational area of the beachfront is to be discussed today at a special meeting involving key role-players. Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism chief executive, Mandlakazi Skefile said that it was essential to preserve the reputation of the beachfront as a safe environment for everyone, including international and South Africa visitors to the city. "By and large, the area is safe, … [Read more...] about NMBT to strategise plan against industry crime
Crime Blotter: Zebra Meat, Leopard Skins, and More – Featured Blog
Today's posts from our featured Port Elizabeth Blogger: Crime Blotter: Zebra Meat, Leopard Skins, and More by Sardine Run Port Elizabeth: A weekly roundup of wildlife crimes. National Geographic News Click here to book your Sardine Run Experience. Read more here: Sardine Run Port Elizabeth Cage Diving , during Sardine Run 2016 by Sardine Run Port Elizabeth: We had a awsome time seeing a total of 6 White Sharks last 2 days. Best views along the South African Coastline in Mossel Bay with … [Read more...] about Crime Blotter: Zebra Meat, Leopard Skins, and More – Featured Blog
The Mandela Bay Development Agency’s programme to root out crime
A MyPE.co.za 'Mandela Bay Development Agency' selected video for you: The Mandela Bay Development Agency is embarking on a bold programme to root out crime and drug dealing in the economic, tourism, beachfront and inner city hubs through private sector security law enforcement. Security dogs have been sourced from the Western Cape to patrol hot spot areas and 63 trained security guards have been deployed in the areas along with five vehicles. The MBDA has spent … [Read more...] about The Mandela Bay Development Agency’s programme to root out crime
Beyond Tolerance
I don't really give too much thought to the war in Syria. There's just too much else to think about all the time. I mean right now I am facing a real dilemma: do I buy the silver baubles for the Christmas tree or do I get those shiny red ones with a picture of a snow man on them?... And what about the Christmas lights? Do I get the white flickering ones my wife wants to match the candles she bought for the table or do I get the brightly coloured blinky lights that remind me of my child … [Read more...] about Beyond Tolerance
SAPS’ Handy Tips to avoid becoming a crime victim
The 2015 Festive Season is upon us and at this time of the year, finance gurus will be consistently and continuously issuing stern warnings to consumers to cut back on their cravings to spend their hard-earned money, in line with the tough economic climate we are facing. They will also allude to the perils of falling into such temptations. As these finance gurus attempt to save us from sinking further into debt, it is also the responsibility of the South African Police Service to further … [Read more...] about SAPS’ Handy Tips to avoid becoming a crime victim
Poll: Summertime crime increase
In reaction to readers saying that the crime always increases in Summerstrand during the last three months of each year MyPE asked you to vote in our poll. Some of the 'Other' reasons given are: crime increases all over during the specific time as stated. not exclisive to summerstrand anarchy Criminals taking chances because less are home during summer ext31 shooting yesterday Profit taking by the NMBMM criminals finding it lucrative and relatively easy to break into homes in … [Read more...] about Poll: Summertime crime increase
Do NMMU students have an influence on crime on Summerstrand
Help us out here - chatting to residents in Summerstrand they say that the crime rate increases significantly every year from the beginning of October to the end of the student year. The majority of residents blame this increase on needy students who require funds in order to write exams or re-register for the following year. Having a mix of elderly residents and young students forced into a desperate situation and needing money could be a potentially volatile one. Driving down from the … [Read more...] about Do NMMU students have an influence on crime on Summerstrand
Attacks on foreign-owned businesses in Grahamstown
Police have arrested over 80 suspects following the looting of several foreign owned businesses in Grahamstown and Joza. It is feared that the looting was a result of xenophobic sentiments. Police spokesperson Captain Mali Govender said 11 youths were also amongst those arrested. "The suspects face charges of public violence. Sporadic incidents are still being reported and police are closely monitoring the situation and maintaining high visibility." Grahamstown Cluster Commander … [Read more...] about Attacks on foreign-owned businesses in Grahamstown
