The proliferation of weapons, extortion rackets, and gangsterism are among the crimes of concern raised at a summit in Khayelitsha.
Police top brass say the community must step up to report criminals.
But crime volunteers say they need more support to help keep their communities safe.
South Africa’s new police commissioner says the community plays a vital role in getting a grip on crime in Khayelitsha.
Source: eNCA
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Mpho posted a video of the moment on Twitter which shows her in a vehicle and overcome with emotion as someone identified as Karabo hands her a bouquet of pink roses, a note, and a cake on behalf of her man. Learn More