Authors : John Motsamai Modise

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 12 - December

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14863108

Abstract : This study seeks to investigate the determinants of crime in South Africa, evaluate the efficacy of existing crime prevention initiatives, and offer evidence-based suggestions to mitigate crime rates and improve public safety. Socioeconomic causes and crime. The influence of organized crime and gang violence, The efficacy of law enforcement and the judicial system, community-oriented crime prevention initiatives, and the influence of technology on criminal activity and policing. Principal arguments socioeconomic inequality, poverty, and unemployment are major contributors to crime in South Africa. Organized crime and gang violence are substantial dangers to public safety. The efficacy of law enforcement and the judicial system is impeded by several problems, including corruption and resource limitations. Community-oriented crime prevention initiatives can significantly contribute to the reduction of crime rates. Technology can augment crime prevention and detection initiatives. A thorough literature study will be undertaken to find pertinent scholarly papers, governmental reports, and other reputable sources. The review will concentrate on empirical research, case studies, and policy evaluations. Importance The results of this study will enhance the comprehension of the intricate elements influencing crime in South Africa. The suggestions will guide the formulation of evidence-based policies and actions aimed at reducing crime and enhancing public safety. The target audience for this study comprises politicians, law enforcement authorities, academics, and community leaders. By tackling the fundamental causes of crime, enhancing law enforcement and the judicial system, and empowering communities, South Africa may strive towards establishing a safer and more affluent future.

Keywords : Crime, Violence, South Africa, Public Safety, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Social Justice, Gang Violence, Organized Crime, Drug Trafficking, Firearms, Police Brutality, Corruption, Poverty, Inequality, Unemployment, Urbanization, Social Disorganization, Community Policing.

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