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Treating #PoliceCorruption as an investigative problem misses the point. Corrupt cops often operate in networks that evade complaint-driven systems. Police heads must ensure internal accountability, intelligence-led investigations and disciplinary action. ISS Today #SouthAfrica crimehub.org/iss-today/natio…

Can #AI help South Africa move from reacting to #corruption to preventing it? Join SA Treasury's GTAC’s 6 Nov webinar, where ISS researchers will show how the new ACTis tracker identifies patterns of systemic corruption, helping authorities intervene before damage is done gtac.gov.za/events/can-south…

Political killings and mob justice account for 57 of 64 recorded deaths. Between May and October 2026, the ISS Protest and Public Violence Monitor captured 621 incidents, of which 227 were violent. The data reveal an important distinction between public protests, political attacks and other forms of violence. Explore the trends behind the statistics. crimehub.org/analysis/fact-s… #CrimeHub #PublicViolence #CrimeData @HannsSeidelSA

ISS has developed an innovative AI-powered system that detects warning signs of #corruption before state institutions are compromised. Join SA Treasury's GTAC 6 November webinar to hear how emerging technologies like ISS’ ACTis tracker can support integrity in public institutions gtac.gov.za/events/can-south…

26 fatal attacks. Publicly reported arrests or charges in only four cases. With 34 deaths recorded in suspected political attacks between May and October, questions about investigation and accountability are becoming increasingly urgent. ISS Crime Hub examines the cases, the available evidence and the actions needed to strengthen accountability. Read the full fact sheet. crimehub.org/analysis/fact-s… #CrimeHub #CriminalJustice #PoliticalViolence @HannsSeidelSA

Political violence is no longer limited to attacks on individuals. October saw fatal attacks on groups in Katlehong and Umgababa, alongside a shooting that wounded five people at an anti-immigration gathering in Dunoon. ISS warns that attacks on groups create additional risks of retaliation and escalation. Understand the changing patterns in Killing for Office. crimehub.org/analysis/fact-s… #CrimeHub #PoliticalKillings #PublicSafety @HannsSeidelSA

Protecting voting stations alone will not prevent political killings. At least 24 of the 26 fatal attacks recorded by ISS involved firearms. Eleven occurred at or near victims' homes. Candidates, campaigners and party agents face risks far beyond the ballot box. Read the evidence and ISS recommendations for election security. crimehub.org/analysis/fact-s… #CrimeHub #ElectionSecurity #ViolencePrevention @HannsSeidelSA

Two provinces account for 56% of recorded political deaths. KwaZulu-Natal has recorded 10 deaths and Gauteng nine. But fatal attacks have now been documented across seven provinces. Which municipalities face the greatest risks ahead of voting day? Explore the hotspot analysis and nine provincial maps. crimehub.org/analysis/fact-s… #CrimeHub #ElectionViolence #SouthAfrica @HannsSeidelSA

Political killings are affecting South Africa's political spectrum. Of 34 recorded deaths, 15 victims were affiliated with the ANC, four with the IFP and three with the DA. Victims span nine political, civic and traditional-leadership affiliations. The perpetrators' affiliations remain unknown in almost every case. See the full breakdown in ISS Crime Hub's latest fact sheet. crimehub.org/analysis/fact-s… #CrimeHub #PoliticalViolence #LocalElections2026 @HannsSeidelSA

The timing of political killings tells a troubling story. ISS analysis identifies three distinct waves coinciding with voter registration, candidate selection and the final election campaign. The week of 12 October was the deadliest, with eight recorded political deaths. Explore the timeline and the risks ahead. crimehub.org/analysis/fact-s… #CrimeHub #ElectionSecurity #SouthAfrica @HannsSeidelSA

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34 deaths. 26 attacks. One election. Political killings now account for 53% of deaths recorded by the ISS Protest and Public Violence Monitor between May and October 2026. With South Africa's local elections approaching, who is most at risk, and where? Explore the new ISS Crime Hub fact sheet, Killing for Office. crimehub.org/analysis/fact-s… #CrimeHub #LocalElections2026 #PoliticalViolence @HannsSeidelSA

SA elections: young South Africans aren’t apathetic – they are alienated Ahead of SA’s 4 November local elections, ISS research in Ekurhuleni and eThekwini reveals deep alienation among young people who feel ignored by politicians and local government. Yet this disengagement doesn’t mean withdrawal from public life. Youth still volunteer in community policing, healthcare and other initiatives. But their frustration enables exploitation by movements like March and March, who redirect their anger towards foreign nationals. Across many democracies, alienated young people are turning to those who offer someone to blame. SA must avoid deepening this trend. Young people need to be heard and included in decisions affecting them – not merely courted before elections. ISS Today by Thandi van Heyningen crimehub.org/iss-today/sa-el…

In many democracies, alienated youth turn to political parties offering someone to blame. In South Africa, anti-migrant groups like #MarchandMarch tap into youth frustration. But #election promises won’t be enough – councillors must hear young people and draw them into solutions. ISS Today crimehub.org/iss-today/sa-el…

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Young South Africans aren’t apathetic about #elections – they’re alienated from a system that ignores their needs. ISS research reveals that local government is experienced as absent or unconcerned. Even so, many young people are active in community initiatives. ISS Today crimehub.org/iss-today/sa-el…

SA elections: young South Africans aren’t apathetic – they are alienated Township youth feel the system neither sees nor serves them. Will 4 November deepen that alienation, or begin reversing it? crimehub.org/iss-today/sa-el…

𝗔 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗦 𝗼𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 South Africa’s police face a crisis of public confidence amid allegations of corruption and organised criminal infiltration. Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia’s reset agenda prioritises discipline, accountability and removing officers involved in wrongdoing. But rebuilding the SAPS requires more than scrutiny and sanctions. Its nearly 30-year-old Code of Conduct should be replaced with a concise oath that promotes professional pride, dignity, respect and moral courage. Honest officers must be supported in resisting corruption and rejecting the code of silence that protects wrongdoing. Strong ethical leadership and a renewed professional identity are essential to restoring public trust. ISS Today by David Bruce crimehub.org/iss-today/a-new…

The #SAPS Code of Conduct is nearly 30 years old – South Africa needs a renewed commitment to ethical policing. A concise new oath emphasising dignity, respect and moral courage could help officers challenge police #corruption and rebuild public trust. ISS Today by David Bruce crimehub.org/iss-today/a-new…

Understanding Police Powers Under the Criminal Procedure Act Did you know that under the Criminal Procedure Act, police have the authority to make arrests to prevent crime or to bring a suspect before the court? A warrant of arrest can be issued by a judge or magistrate based on a written application from a prosecutor or a police officer ranked captain or higher. Stay informed and empowered! Download the full details: factsheet Languages available: Zulu, Xhosa, Sotho, English, Afrikaans crimehub.org/analysis/fact-s…