Monday, September 22, 2025
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has reaffirmed government’s commitment to collaborating closely with community volunteers and law enforcement stakeholders in the fight against crime.
Ntuli engaged the Provincial Executive for Community Safety Structures, which brings together several key formations, including the Community Police Forum (CPF), the Crime Prevention Youth Desk, the KZN Community Crime Prevention Association, and the Spiritual Crime Prevention Initiative.
These structures play a vital role in crime prevention at the community level by mobilising residents, strengthening relationships with police, and providing direct support in improving safety.
During a recent meeting, representatives outlined their ongoing work in reducing crime and promoting vigilance.
They also highlighted the challenges they face in fulfilling their responsibilities, including resource constraints, limited training opportunities, and the need for stronger integration with law enforcement agencies.
Ntuli commended volunteers for their dedication, emphasising that safety requires a collective effort.
He reaffirmed the provincial government’s resolve to strengthen working relations with law enforcement, government entities, and grassroots crime-fighting initiatives.
“The fight against crime cannot be won by the police alone. It requires a whole-of-society approach where government, communities, and civil structures stand together. These community safety structures are the backbone of our collective response.”
The Premier pledged continued provincial support to ensure that community policing forums and related structures are better resourced, trained, and empowered to operate effectively.
He stressed that building safe communities is central to KwaZulu-Natal’s broader development agenda, as it creates the foundation for investment, growth, and social stability.
The engagement forms part of the province’s comprehensive crime prevention strategy, which prioritises partnerships, visibility, and proactive interventions to create safer communities for all. – SAnews.gov.za
