- Government Engagement with Communities on Gang Violence: Deputy Minister Andries Nel, alongside other officials, participated in a community engagement in Mitchells Plain to discuss strategies aimed at combating gang violence, emphasizing local involvement.
- Part of a Broader Justice and Security Initiative: This programme is part of the JCPS Cluster’s ongoing efforts to enhance community-based safety measures and foster collaboration between government, law enforcement, and citizens.
- Stakeholders Involved in the Initiative: The engagement included members of Parliament, civic organizations, religious leaders, and Community Policing Forums, indicating a multi-sector approach to addressing gang-related issues.
Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mr Andries Nel, joined Minister of Police, Professor Firoz Cachalia, and Deputy Minister of Police, Dr Polly Boshielo, in Mitchells Plain this morning, 9 September 2025, to engage with local communities on strategies to address gang violence.
The programme forms part of the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster’s ongoing efforts to strengthen community-driven approaches to safety. Stakeholders at the engagement included Members of Parliament, civic organisations, religious leaders, and Community Policing Forums (CPFs).
The gathering aims to create practical interventions that bring together government, law enforcement, and communities in the fight against gang-related crime. By enhancing cooperation across different sectors of the criminal justice system, the initiative seeks to restore safety and stability in areas hardest hit by gang activity.
Officials stressed the importance of building lasting partnerships with local communities to ensure that interventions are sustainable and effective in the long term. The engagements also highlight the commitment of the JCPS Cluster to ensure that inter-departmental collaboration results in meaningful impact on the ground.
